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Exim India web site
APRIL 2, 2025
  • JNPA handles record 7.301 million TEUs and 92.11 MMT in 2024-25
  • Deendayal Port exceeds 150 MMT cargo traffic in 2024-25
  • Softlink Academy strengthens logistics workforce development through MoU with MITCON
  • Top supply chain risks in 2025
  • BMCT's Phase II to commence operations on 1,000 m wharf later this month
  • Implementation of the Sea Cargo Manifest and Transhipment Regulations (SCMTR)
  • Rail freight crosses 1.61 bn tonnes in FY25
  • Steel exports seen facing EU barrier as quotas tighten
  • VOC Port handles more overall cargo and containers in 2024-25
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International Transport Journal web site
APRIL 2, 2025
  • New nonstop Vienna-Duisburg rail link
  • Driving innovation in ground support technologies
  • Xenos Marine names largest US-built heavylift vessel
  • WiseTech acquires Editrade
  • New Bosch-Webfleet parking service
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  • MOL named 'Nadeshiko Brand' for fifth year running
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The Loadstar web site
APRIL 1, 2025
  • CMA CGM set to takeover Air Belgium following court approval
  • Carsten Trolle to leave DSV after 40 years
  • Shippers snap up airfreight capacity to US ahead of tariff deadline
  • DSV in pain - regulatory risk weighs, 'zero upside' from Schenker buy
  • Looming Trump tariffs will create 'a bureaucratic monster' for Customs
  • Warehouse safety improved by automation
  • DHL Group - break-up talk ahead of investor day
  • It's a struggle for 'digital' forwarders, with 'poster boy' Flexport losing value
  • Fortress SITC - liner shipping's insulated star performer
  • CMA CGM targets auto sector via Ceva ro-ro transhipment services
  • UPS draws in customers with landed cost calculator, with a guarantee
  • Political fallout may delay Panama Ports Co sale to BlackRock-TiL
  • Maersk developing the tech to create the 'Amazon of logistics'

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Marine Log web site
APRIL 1, 2025
  • Conrad reports improved 2024 operating results
    Morgan City, La.-headquartered shipbuilder Conrad Industries, Inc. (OTC Pink: CNRD) has reported 2024 results that included net income of $11.2 million and income per diluted share of $2.24 for the twelve months
  • Steerprop solutions selected for FSV set to operate in harsh Canadian offshore conditions
    The new field support vessel (FSV) being built by Crist S.A. in Gdynia, Poland, to operate on the Grand Banks off the coast of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada (see earlier story), will

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Container News web site
APRIL 1, 2025
  • Hapag-Lloyd applies GRI from Asia to Latin America and Caribbean
    Hapag-Lloyd said that a General Rate Increase (GRI) will apply to shipments from Asia to the West and East Coasts of South America, Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean, starting 15 April and 28 April for Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands. This GRI applies to cargo in 20' and 40' dry containers, including high cube and non-operative reefer containers, as follows: 20' Dry Container: US$5
  • Port of Barcelona opens first OPS for ferries at Grimaldi Terminal Barcelona
    The Port of Barcelona has announced that its first Onshore Power Supply (OPS) for ferries is now operational at Grimaldi Terminal Barcelona, on Sant Bertran wharf. This OPS supplies 100% renewable electricity daily to the ferries connecting Barcelona with the Balearic Islands, allowing them to turn off their engines, preventing emissions and noise. The entry into service of the OPS for ferries co
  • European ports are getting ready for the market uptake of new shipping fuels
    European ports fully support the decarbonisation efforts to be made by shipping companies to get to net-zero by 2050. While it seems that energy efficiency measures, use of onshore power supply and use of transition and renewable/low carbon fuels will allow shipping companies to comply with the EU emission reduction targets in a first phase, the European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO) understands
  • Container Shipping Sector: Monthly Stock Highlights
    The container shipping sector faced a turbulent March as shifting trade dynamics, geopolitical tensions , and fluctuating demand sent stock prices on a rollercoaster ride. While some companies demonstrated resilience through long-term contracts and strategic positioning, others grappled with spot rate volatility and overcapacity concerns. From Maersk's steadying influence as an industry bellwethe
  • Geopolitical Implications of CK Hutchison Port Sale for China
    A social media post from a China Central Television-affiliated account briefly surfaced on 29 March, criticizing CK Hutchison's decision to divest its Panama Canal-proximate ports to a consortium of BlackRock and MSC. The post, which was quickly removed, claimed the sale compromised China's significant national interests, likening it to "handing a knife to an opponent"
  • Duvenbeck Group appoints new Chief Commercial Officer
    Marco Nazzari joins Duvenbeck Group as the new Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), bringing over 30 years of executive leadership experience and a strong focus on scaling commercial performance. Having held senior positions in sales and operations at DP World, CEVA and Crane World Wide, Marco Nazzari will focus on driving the company's commercial initiatives, while ensuring growth and collaboration a
  • Port Houston faces weather disruptions in February, expects recovery in March
    Port Houston has been impacted by fog, with total tonnage at the US port terminals down in the first two months of the year. Port Houston handled 325,424 TEUs in February, translating to a 13% decline year-over-year. In particular, loaded imports fell 14%, and loaded exports declined 16% in the second month of the year compared with the same month in 2024. Port Houston said general cargo is up 9%
  • GRIs and blank sailings halt long-haul rate slide
    Mainline operators achieved their first rate gains of 2025 by implementing general rate increases (GRIs) for 1 April, according to Linerlytica's report
  • Copenhagen Malmö Port to receive new STS cranes
    Copenhagen Malmö Port's (CMP's) new STS-cranes, which will be installed at the new container terminal in Ydre Nordhavn, have begun their journey to Denmark. CMP is expected to start receiving the new Konecranes equipment by the end of this week. These large cranes will be shipped one at a time to the new container terminal in Ydre Nordhavn and are expected to arrive a few weeks apart. "The cranes
  • CMA CGM sues Houston supplier over contaminated bunker fuel
    French shipping company CMA CGM has filed a lawsuit against GCC Supply & Trading, an oil & natural gas company based in Houston, in a Texas court, seeking over US$5 million in damages over an alleged case of contaminated bunker fuel dating back to 2023. The Marseille-based ocean carrier claims that 13 of its vessels suffered damage after taking on Very Low Sulphur Fuel Oil (VLSFO) in Houston duri
  • India's Tanker Entry Denial May Signal Shift in Shipping Ties with Russia
    The recent denial of entry by Indian authorities to a ship carrying Russian crude oil due to lack of proper documentation may signal broader geopolitical implications for both nations. The Indian shipping industry's relationship with Russia has evolved significantly in recent years, driven by geopolitical shifts, economic necessities, and strategic partnerships. This relationship is deeply intert
  • Hefty US port fees to hit ZIM and CMA CGM hardest
    Alphaliner's analysis shows that ZIM Line and CMA CGM will be the worst hit should US President Donald Trump succeed in implementing hefty port charges for ship operators with Chinese-built ships
  • Wan Hai christens new 13,100 TEU container vessel
    Continuing its fleet expansion and modernization efforts, Taiwanese shipping company Wan Hai Lines held a ship naming ceremony for its 13,100 TEU newbuilding Wan Hai A18 on 27 March at Samsung Heavy Industries Geoje shipyard in South Korea. Yung-Chen Huang, President of Mega International Commercial Bank Co., performed the christening rituals, bestowing blessings on the vessel for good fortune an
  • What Is Time Theft, and How Can It Be Prevented
    Time theft is a common issue in many industries. Basically, staff use all sorts of methods to trick their employees without suffering any consequences. The odds of time theft increase as staff experience burnout or unfair working conditions. However, there are those who'd still be from the company, no matter what. In this article, we'll explain the issue and suggest a few solutions for its preven
  • CLdN announces major investment in UK terminal
    Luxemburg-headquartered logistics company CLdN announced a major investment plan for its UK terminal at Killingholme on the River Humber. The project will be completed in the second half of 2026 and is expected to significantly enhance cargo-handling capabilities at the terminal. It will support the projected volume growth on CLdN's North Sea connections between Killingholme and the company's ter
  • GPS Tracking and Telematics: How Technologies Increase Fleet Efficiency
    The main objectives of companies operating in the field of freight transportation are to reduce costs and increase efficiency. Modern technologies are used for this purpose. They are becoming a key tool in fleet management. Using specialized equipment and software, which can be ordered at https://fleetchaser.com/ , you can organize a highly effective monitoring and tracking system. Therefore, sol

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Splash web site
APRIL 1, 2025
  • US bulker outfit Pioneer Navigation shuffles leadership team
    US dry bulk shipping player Pioneer Navigation has reshuffled its leadership team. The Stamford-based company founded through the combination of Nassau-based Pioneer Navigation in the Bahamas and dry cargo brokerage Atlas Shipping has named Peter Bro as its new president. Bro, who spent about 20 years at Lauritzen Bulkers, joined Pioneer Navigation last September as ...
  • TGS gets OBN work in Gulf of Mexico
    Oslo-listed seismic data specialist TGS has kicked off a new multi-client ultra long offset OBN data acquisition campaign in the Gulf of Mexico. The so-called Amendment 4 project will expand node coverage in TGS' multi-client library, adding over 1,100 sq km in the Mississippi Canyon, Ewing Banks, and Grand Isle South areas. The project, supported ...
  • The first domino? Capesize asset valuations point the way to market rebalancing
    Lower earnings and values for the dry bulk sector are on the way, with the biggest ships leading the way, writes Will Fray, a director at Maritime Strategies International. New analysis by Maritime Strategies International suggests a divergence between Fair Market Value (FMV) of dry bulk assets and their value on a Discounted Cash Flow ...
  • CMA CGM sues Houston bunker supplier for $5m
    French liner giant CMA CGM is suing GCC Supply & Trading for more than $5m at a court in Texas over an alleged case of contaminated bunkers dating back to 2023. CMA CGM claims 13 of its vessels were damaged when it took on VLSFO fuel at Houston in the first half of 2023. "Shortly ...
  • MOL sends ageing LNG carrier for demo
    One more steam turbine LNG carrier has been sold for demolition this year. Brokers report that Japanese shipping giant Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) has disposed of its 2004-built Dukhan for around $20m. The final destination of the 137,457 cu m ship, which has been idle in Malaysia since last September, has not been revealed. One ...
  • Japanese bulker tonnage appreciates in price significantly
    Sales activity remains brisk in the dry bulk market, especially in the supramax sector, with a notable firming of values. Brokers are reporting increased Japanese- and Korean-built vessel sales candidates being circulated for sale. The news follows last week's public hearing held by the US Trade Representative (USTR) looking into China's dominance in shipbuilding, including ...
  • Valaris adds $352m to backlog with new drillship deal
    New York-listed offshore driller Valaris has won a new contract in Africa for one of its drillships. Valaris said in a statement that its Valaris DS-10 drillship was awarded a two-year contract offshore West Africa. The new deal with the undisclosed client is expected to begin in the second or third quarter of 2026. The ...
  • Woodside picks SLB for drilling services on Trion project off Mexico
    Houston-based oilfield service giant SLB has been awarded a contract by the Australian oil and gas company Woodside Energy for drilling on its ultra-deepwater Trion development project offshore Mexico. SLB will oversee the delivery of 18 ultra-deepwater wells using an integrated services approach and AI-enabled drilling capabilities to improve operational efficiency and well quality. The ...
  • Eiffage buys HSM Offshore Energy
    French civil engineering construction company Eiffage has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of HSM Offshore Energy through its subsidiary Smulders. HSM Offshore Energy is an EPCIC solution provider, particularly of electrical and mechanical systems for offshore energy projects. The company is also focused on topsides for emerging new markets like CCS and hydrogen. The ...
  • Seven Islands Shipping doubles down on clean tonnage
    Clayton Pinto-led Seven Islands Shipping, a Mumbai-based tanker specialist, has paid $11m for the 13,200 dwt Owl 3-its second 2010-built clean tanker acquisition in under a year. The ship is listed as sold by clean tanker specialist Interunity Management. In recent years, Fairfax Financial Holdings-backed Seven Islands has focused on adding MR-sized tankers and smaller chemical ...
  • Costamare unveils leadership of bulker spin-off
    Greek shipowner Costamare has lined up a management team for its dry bulk business spin-off. Costamare Bulkers, a separate entity set to be listed on the New York Stock Exchange, will be headed up by Costamare's chief of finance, Gregory Zikos. Supporting Zikos at the outfit, which will own nearly 40 vessels in addition to ...
  • Beijing looks to put the brakes on the sale of Hutchison Ports
    Beijing has moved to prevent the sale of CK Hutchison's ports division to BlackRock and Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC), a transaction that was meant to have gone through tomorrow. The decision last month by the Li Ka-shing-controlled conglomerate to sell 80% of Hutchison Ports for $22.8bn in a record-breaking ports transaction that covers 43 ports ...
  • Shipping and scenario planning
    How can you plan for the future when the present is so uncertain, writes Pierre Aury? Scenario planning involves looking at different scenarios with associated assumptions and events. These scenarios are not forecasts but views of how the future could unfold. These scenarios only need to be plausible. The idea is that by analysing these ...

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Lloyd's List web site
APRIL 1, 2025
  • 'Thermonuclear' port fee-tariff combo: Shipping 'disaster' or will rates go 'ballistic'?
    Shipping forecasts are having a 'chaos theory' moment. Trump tariffs and US port fees imply a volatile mix of positives...
  • Green freight buyers' club needs the IMO's help
    Group of freight buyers, including Amazon and Ikea, says countries must agree on adequate financial rewards for e-fuels, a lifecycle...
  • Uncertain investment climate highlights need for P&I underwriting discipline, Swedish Club warns
    Managing director Nordberg 'really happy and proud' with results just published, but market volatility beyond marine mutual's control
  • Weak newbuilding activity behind green fuels' slow start to 2025
    Class society says general reluctance to order new ships, rather than a problem specific to alternative fuels, is behind the...
  • Terminal control will give Gemini flexibility, says APMT
    The Gemini Cooperation has promised schedule reliability of more than 90% and early indications using Sea Intelligence data are good
  • Don't make me do it: Beijing turns up pressure on CK Hutchison's port deal
    Beijing is pressuring CK Hutchison to reconsider its $22.8bn global port sale, signalling strategic concerns and potentially steering the deal...
  • South Korea will provide finance to small- and medium-sized domestic shipping companies
    Support provided not only for the purchase of the carriers but also for ship-operating leases and vessels' green retrofitting
  • All lower-carbon fuels should be encouraged, says Maria Angelicoussis
    Angelicoussis Group chief executive argues that penalising LNG or any other 'credible decarbonisation pathway' would be a setback to net...
  • Feeders still dominate boxship charter market as tonnage supply stays limited
    CMA CGM has been the most active in arranging new fixtures or extending existing charters
  • Trafigura pays more than $150m to settle cases in US and Brazil
    US Department of Justice has been investigating conduct by former employees in Brazil that took place more than 10 years...
  • Cosco Shipping appoints Li as new vice-president
    Li's telecom experience puts him in a good position to drive the shipping group's digitalisation initiatives
  • Iran says it seized two tankers for smuggling diesel
    State-owned Iranian media reported on Monday the IRGC seized two tankers in the Middle East Gulf for smuggling diesel. According...
  • Daily Briefing
    BIMCO and ECSA leaders dismiss benefits of US port levies | Iranian LPG continues to dominate Houthis' imports as Ofac...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
APRIL 1, 2025
  • April blank sailings ramp up amid push to finalize long-term contracts
    A total of 68 sailings globally are expected to be canceled during April, according to maritime consultancy Drewry, with about half of the cancellations in trans-Pacific services.
  • Disrupted cross-border freight shipping braces for US tariffs
    As shippers race to get goods from Mexico and Canada into the US before full implementation of 25% tariffs Wednesday, they're beginning to rethink supply chains.
  • Norfolk Southern launches program to certify carbon emissions
    The initiative, called RailGreen, will allow intermodal customers to purchase verified carbon certificates reflecting their use of lower-emission freight options.
  • The Buyer's Guide to Automation
    Future-proof your architecture with Camunda's process orchestration buyer's guide.

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TradeWinds web site
APRIL 1, 2025
  • Could US port fees push tankers toward a 'trifurcated' market?
    US fees on Chinese-built ships could further split an already fractured fleet
  • Here's how Trump's MARAD pick believes technology can fuel a US shipping 'revolution'
    From 3D-printed containers to vertical heavy-lift systems, new book lays out Brent Sadler's call for a government technology incubator
  • Viewpoint: Why the IMO should ban the 'false choice' of scrubbers
    Clean Arctic Alliance's Eelco Leemans says impending MEPC meeting is a chance to revisit exhaust gas cleaning systems
  • Repsol tanker pulls Venezuelan call after US revokes more licences
    Monte Serantes docks in Mexico following further measures from Trump administration
  • Marinakis to steer Chinese-built ships away from US trading if port-fee scheme ensues
    Greek tycoon describes recession in Europe as 'inevitable'
  • Lars-Christian Svensen takes over from Herman Billung at 2020 Bulkers and Himalaya Shipping
    Svensen has been chief commercial officer since leaving Golden Ocean last year
  • Steady demand steers panamax market to six-month highs
    Lower Colombian coal exports may dent demand for gearless vessels
  • Peter Bro takes top job at Pioneer Navigation seven months after leaving Lauritzen Bulkers
    US bulker operator also adds Star Bulk executive to expanding team
  • Finland's Langh Ship gets $38m financing for two newbuilds from KfW IPEX-Bank
    Langh Ship is a new client of German export bank
  • Donald Trump team cancels US plan to tighten offshore vessel crew documentation
    US Coast Guard uses a four-word bulletin to cancel enforcement of rules for back-deck crew
  • 'Shrinking' compliant fleet sends tanker rates racing ahead of nine-month averages, analysts say
    Jefferies calls strong earnings 'noteworthy' in traditionally weaker season
  • Donald Trump team cancels Biden plan to tighten offshore vessel crew documentation
    US Coast Guard uses a four-word bulletin to cancel enforcement of rules for back-deck crew
  • Belships to delist from Oslo Stock Exchange and appoints new board
    Bulker owner has traded on Oslo market since 1937
  • Maersk veteran: 'If you knew the amount of money being wasted'
    An architect of the Gemini Cooperation explains why the radical new liner network needs to succeed
  • NYK takes over Eneos shipowning venture in $500m-plus deal
    Japanese giant completes transaction to control fleet of gas carriers, tankers and bulkers
  • Nigerian oil major in final stages of IPO for $153bn of assets
    Domestic law requires exporting group to list shares following its switch to a limited liability company in 2022
  • Russia says Arctic shipping will not get easier until 2050
    Head of Northern Sea Route administration says sea ice levels will not change much before then
  • Internal candidate tipped to take top Lloyd's of London job
    Outgoing chairman says there is 'huge support' for current chief of markets Patrick Tiernan
  • Clarksons targets US government deals through takeover of Washington DC broker Euro-America
    London-listed group buys company specialising in freight contracts with state agencies
  • Roll the ship and spray the decks: How to defend your vessel from state-backed helicopter boarding
    Industry groups publish 60-page guidance on preparing defences against state, criminal and piracy attacks
  • Donald Trump tariffs a 'clear negative' for car carriers as prices set to go up
    Foreign cars made up nearly half of all US auto sales last year, analysts said
  • Lower newbuilding action pushes down first-quarter uptake of alternative fuels
    DNV's numbers for March show methanol on the move again across a range of ship sectors
  • Gunvor shipping and chartering profit shields trader from 'normalised' oil trading
    Swiss commodities group also focusing more on energy transition
  • Chinese start-up inks first newbuilding deal for up to six LNG-fuelled container ships
    Jiangsu Qinfeng yard agrees deal for one firm feeder vessel, with five options
  • 'Shameful set of statistics': Top liner shipping companies under fire for low tax payments as profit piles up
    Huge profit calculation comes from NGO report attacking industry's tax payments
  • Trafigura pays $49m to settle Brazilian bribery cases
    Trader and shipowner says former parent has resolved civil cases in South American nation
  • 'Huge trigger': KNOT Offshore Partners initiated with buy at Fearnleys
    Analysts see 'robust backlog' to boost dividend capacity
  • Shipowner Ernst Russ sets up limitation fund as Stena sues over fatal North Sea tanker collision
    German owner says cash pot will provide security for claims
  • Greek cruise company sells ship with colourful past
    Accident-prone New Dawn heading for unclear future under Middle Eastern ownership
  • China Merchants Energy logs rising profits despite drop in income
    Shanghai-listed shipping giant says it benefited from the dry bulk and container ship markets in 2024
  • Iranian forces seize two foreign tankers as Middle East tensions with US ramp up
    Vessels and 25 seafarers detained over alleged fuel smuggling
  • Norwegian shipowners see weakening profitability in 'unpredictable world'
    Norway must bolster its defences to protect its interests, shipowners' association says
  • Caspian Pipeline Consortium may curb loadings after Russian inspections
    Kazakh oil outlet temporary decommissions two out of three offshore mooring points at Novorossiysk
  • MOL to scale up in Singapore by setting up sub-headquarters
    Japanese shipping giant will group six of its existing Singapore units together
  • Russian insurer wrangles over unpaid wages of abandoned crew
    Case of the Lady Mina highlights sharp rise in seafarers left without proper wages when shipowners run out of cash
  • Change the Jones Act? Tanker owners consider options with US port fees on table
    Century-old cabotage law tends to enjoy support, but executive suggests changes could be made

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American Shipper web site
APRIL 1, 2025
  • Tariff backdrop finds ocean rates steady
    Trans-Pacific container rates to the United States were narrowly mixed in the latest Freightos index.
  • As China blocks terminals deal, BlackRock chief says ports 'will define the future'
    BlackRock Chairman Larry Fink says container shipping infrastructure is as critical to the future global economy as data centers and power grids.

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In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
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ITS Costruttori, il corso di alta formazione per entrare nel mondo di Fincantieri
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
India launches nearly $8 billion package to support its shipbuilding and maritime sectors
New Delhi
Shipyard production capacity expected to increase to 4.5 million gross tonnage per year
In the second quarter of this year, freight traffic in French ports fell by -0.4%.
Paris
Dry bulk and rolling bulk trades are declining. Container and liquid bulk trades are growing.
Antin Infrastructure Partners to acquire UK's leading marina operator
Paris/London/New York
It will take over ownership from British private equity firm LDC
Royal Caribbean agrees with Meyer Turku to build Icon ships for a decade
Miami
Order confirmed for a fifth Icon cruise ship and option placed on a seventh unit of the same series
Maersk announces it will not apply surcharges for new US tariffs on Chinese vessels
Copenhagen
The company assures that it will not make any changes to its services
Cochin Shipyard and KSOE enter into strategic collaboration in shipbuilding sector
New Delhi
The creation of approximately two thousand direct jobs is expected
DHL will resume freight shipments from Germany to the United States for corporate customers.
Bonn
They had been suspended due to the removal in the USA of the "de minimis" threshold for goods with a value of less than 800 dollars.
World Business Council for Sustainable Development Statement in Support of the IMO Net-Zero Framework
Ancona: Tax fraud in the shipbuilding sector
Ancona
Over €2.3 million in non-existent tax credits seized
CMA CGM buys British rail freight operator Freightliner
Birmingham
The transaction will be completed in early 2026
Containerized cargo at the port of Algeciras decreased by -9.4% last month
Algeciras
The 20-foot containers handled were 399 thousand (-0.7%)
Italferr participates in Europe's largest railway electrification contract
Rome
Activities within the Rail Baltica project
Freight traffic increased in the ports of Barcelona and Valencia in August
Barcelona/Valencia
In the first eight months of 2025, decreases of -1.6% and -0.3% respectively were recorded
In the June-August quarter, FedEx express courier revenues increased by +3.1%
Memphis
An average of 16.8 million express shipments were handled per day (+3.5%)
Breakthrough in the exploratory tunnel of the Brenner Base Tunnel
Milan/Rome
At 64 kilometers, it will be the longest underground railway connection in the world.
Tender launched for privatization of Croatian shipyard 3. MAJ Rijeka 1905
Zagreb
The starting bid is 6.66 million euros.
To decarbonize, shipping should join forces with other hard-to-abate sectors
London
This is highlighted by a report by Accelleron which believes that a critical mass of demand is necessary to overcome a stalemate phase.
COSCO Reassures Customers on Impact of New U.S. Tariffs on Chinese Vessels
Shanghai
We - the Chinese company assured - will maintain competitive freight rates and surcharges.
Shipping is still far from the target of 5-10% of fuel used coming from scalable, zero-emission sources by 2030
Copenhagen
The need to introduce incentives was underlined
Spain's Boluda acquires Transfesa's intermodal rail freight services.
Valencia
The agreement also includes industrial services, railway maintenance and shunting activities and intermodal terminals.
Til (MSC Group) to become a shareholder in Turkey's Petkim container port
Til (MSC Group) to become a shareholder in Turkey's Petkim container port
Baku
Agreement with the Azerbaijani oil group SOCAR
German and Austrian trailer manufacturers challenge EU regulation to reduce truck environmental impact
Berlin/Brussels
They denounce that its application leads to an increase in traffic volumes and therefore emissions.
The Venice Marghera station has been equipped with a track compliant with European TEN-T standards
Venice
A 740-meter freight track has been opened.
World Shipping Council introduces Cargo Safety Program to prevent ship fires
Washington
It is based on artificial intelligence and traditional goods inspections
Rheinmetall to enter naval shipbuilding sector by acquiring Naval Vessels Lürssen
Bremen
Lürssen Group to focus on megayacht production
The British government is investing half a billion pounds to reduce shipping emissions.
London
Private investments of 700 million expected
HMM signs new 10-year contract with Vale for iron ore transport
Seoul
It is worth around $310 million.
The Campania Port Authority reaches an agreement with UNIPORT and Assiterminal
Naples
The regional tax - highlights the port authority - risks undermining the competitiveness of ports
IAPH and WCO publish updated guidelines on cooperation between customs and port authorities
Tokyo/Brussels
Contributed by the World Shipping Council
ABB and Blykalla collaborate on nuclear marine propulsion
Stockholm
The agreement focuses on small modular fast reactors developed by the Swedish company
Saipem wins new offshore contract worth approximately $1.5 billion in Türkiye
Saipem wins new offshore contract worth approximately $1.5 billion in Türkiye
Milan
It is related to the third phase of the Sakarya gas field development project.
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the port of Civitavecchia grew by +5.7%
Civitavecchia
Record for cruise passengers this period
Uniport and Assiterminal oppose the additional fees demanded of port operators by the Campania Region.
Rome
Amount between 10% and 25% of the annual state fee
The first train from Belgium under the FS Logistix-Lineas agreement has arrived in Segrate.
Milan
Five return connections per week to Antwerp are scheduled
Modernization works are underway at the passenger terminal at the port of Igoumenitsa.
Naples
Grimaldi takes delivery of the PCTC "Grand Auckland"
Damage to submarine cables in the Red Sea
Portsmouth
According to the International Cable Protection Committee, the cause could be ship traffic
Dutch company Damen to build 24 naval vessels for British company Serco
Gorinchem/Amsterdam
Green light for a €270 million bridging loan to the shipbuilding company.
DP World to build and operate container terminal at Montreal's new Contrecœur port
Dubai/Montreal
It will become operational in 2030
Expansion work has begun at the Vienna South intermodal terminal.
Vienna
Annual traffic capacity expected to increase by 44%
In July, ship traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +0.8%
Cairo
In the first seven months of 2025, a decrease of -10.2% was recorded
In July, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado decreased by -3.0%
Genoa
The decline was limited by increased oil traffic in the Vado harbor. Ferry traffic dropped 9.9%.
Trump nominates Laura DiBella as chair of the Federal Maritime Commission.
Washington
The nomination of Robert Harvey as commissioner of the federal agency has also been forwarded to the Senate.
Genoa's new dam: a modification has been approved to allow for completion of work by the end of 2027.
Genoa
Phase A and Phase B works will be carried out rather than sequentially
Assiterminal, simplify and standardize dredging procedures to restore the operational competitiveness of ports.
Taranto Recommends: The Regasification Plant Would Promote the Port's Revitalization
Taranto
Melucci: a lifeline for the entire port system and for our city's economic growth.
Cargo and cruise traffic in eastern Sicily ports is on the rise
Catania
In the container segment, an increase of +27.9% was recorded
FS Logistix and Lineas form joint venture to manage the Antwerp Mainhub Terminal
Antwerp
Rail services between Antwerp and Milan expected to increase
Attack on a product tanker in the Red Sea
Southampton
A missile fell near the ship which suffered no damage
Sea trials have been completed for the new GNV Virgo ro-pax vessel.
Genoa
It will be GNV's first liquefied natural gas ship
In the first half of the year, Singamas' container sales decreased by -10%.
Hong Kong
The average selling price dropped by -3.8%
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.
Athens
They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.
Rozzano
The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)
Valencia
In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel
The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.
Pozzallo
It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm
Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises
Monfalcone
It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.
Rome
This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.
The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.
Genoa
The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector
Rome
Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.
Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.
San Donato Milanese
The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023
Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena
Mesero
Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.
Naples
Serious irregularities found on board
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%
Venice
The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico
The Eagle
The sale will be completed in the next few days
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.
Ferrara
The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities
The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.
London
Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch
In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%
Taranto
The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles remained stable in August.
Los Angeles
Volumes expected to decline in the remainder of 2025
Meeting between the port authorities of Jacksonville and Livorno
Livorno
Among the objectives, to start one or more direct services between the two ports
Italian State Railways and ENAC sign an agreement for the use of drones in infrastructure monitoring.
Rome
They will also be used to fly over sections of the railway and road network that would otherwise be difficult to monitor.
A.SPE.DO, the port of La Spezia is essential to ensuring employment, development, and a future for the local economy.
La Spezia
Landolfi: We cannot afford to underestimate its value.
The MIT meets with the heads of the Italian AdSPs
Rome
Meeting on the government's strategic vision for the sector and port reform
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean Co. to build seven 15,880 TEU container ships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Over 40 expressions of interest have been received for the development of the Ukrainian port of Chornomorsk.
Kiev
Today the first meeting of the tender commission
The first commercial ship is expected at the public dock in Largo Trattaroli in Ravenna.
Ravenna
The car carrier "AICC Huanghu" is coming soon
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach decreased by 1.3% last month.
Long Beach
Empty containers are increasing. Full containers are decreasing.
Assiterminal's Terminal Road Show is starting
Genoa
Cognolato: We want to strengthen our ties with local communities and territories.
Assoporti, the Italian ports' cruise offerings presented at the Seatrade Europe fair.
Hamburg
Giampieri: We are leaders in the Mediterranean area and in Europe
Commander Claudio Tomei, USCLAC president from 2012 to 2024, has passed away.
Viareggio
His strong commitment to improving the working conditions of Italian seafarers
In the first quarter of 2025, cargo traffic in Greek ports grew by +1.4%
Piraeus
Passengers down by -1.1%
HD Hyundai Samho Orders Four New Container Ships
Seoul
Order worth approximately 468 million dollars
Trieste: Fraudulent bankruptcy in the shipbuilding sector
Trieste
Investigation into a company based in Palermo
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by 7.4% in August.
Hong Kong
In the first eight months of 2025 the decline was -3.8%
BigLift Shipping and CY Shipping order two additional heavy lift vessels
Amsterdam
Order placed at Chinese shipyard Jing Jiang Nanyang Shipbuilding Co.
Container traffic at the port of Singapore continued to decline in August
Singapore
Total volume of goods increased by +1.1%
The Charthage ferry was placed under administrative detention in the port of Genoa
Genoa
A Coast Guard inspection found numerous deficiencies
Disney Cruise Line's largest ship's debut delayed by three months
Lake Buena Vista
Construction delays force the maiden voyage to be postponed until March 10th.
Shell to supply liquefied biomethane to Hapag-Lloyd containerships
Hamburg
Agreement effective immediately
Andrea Zoratti has been appointed general manager of Hub Telematica
Genoa
The company is controlled by Assagenti and Spediporto
Jotun and Messina sign agreement to improve the environmental and commercial performance of ships.
Genoa
The "Jolly Rosa" vessel will use the Hull Skating Solutions solution
PSA Genova Pra' announces the hiring of 25 people dedicated to container handling.
Genoa
Ferrari: International markets have changed profoundly
CMA CGM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels and Chinese services
Marseille
The rates announced by the USTR in April will apply from October 14th.
South Korean HJ Shipbuilding wins orders for four 8,850 TEU containerships
Busan
Orders with a total value of approximately 461 million dollars
Conference: "Waiting and Delays in Road Transport: Logistics in Check"
Genoa
Organized by Trasportounito, it will be held on September 26th in Genoa
GNV has inaugurated a new office in Barcelona
Barcelona
The company currently has 52 employees throughout Spain.
Port of Trieste: EU funding for two new projects
Trieste
Resources with a total value of 1.7 million euros
Filt Cgil, the Flotilla incident is serious. Dockworkers are ready to mobilize.
Rome
Union announces action if aid is not allowed to reach Gaza
Stena Line to buy Latvian port operator Terrabalt
Gothenburg
It handles rolling stock, bulk cargo, and general cargo traffic in the port of Liepaja.
In the first eight months of 2025, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +10.6%
Gioia Tauro
2,912,943 TEUs were handled
Meyer Turku begins construction of Royal Caribbean's fourth "Icon"-class cruise ship
Miami/Turku
It will be delivered in 2027
More than one in ten maritime shipments has shortages
Washington
This is what a report by the World Shipping Council has revealed, highlighting the safety risks
Last July, traffic in the port of Ravenna increased by +3.8%
Ravenna
In the first seven months of 2025, growth was +5.4%
In the first quarter of 2025, freight traffic in Belgian ports fell by -3.2%.
Brussels
Landings down 1.3% and embarkations down 5.4%
Product tanker High Fidelity rescues 38 migrants on a drifting dinghy
Rome
Intervention in the south of the island of Crete
GES and RINA sign agreement to develop a prototype of a new hydrogen battery
Rovereto/Genoa
PSA's second phase of container terminal at Mumbai Port inaugurated
Singapore
Annual traffic capacity will increase to 4.8 million TEUs
The conference "EU ETS - Perspectives and Opportunities for Decarbonization in the Maritime Sector" will be held in Palermo.
Rome
It will be held on September 18th and 19th
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Korean Firms Reassess U.S. Investments After Mass Immigration Raid
(The Korea Bizwire)
Russia's infrastructure development plan aims to build 17 marine terminals by 2036
(Interfax)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Fincantieri and PGZ sign an agreement to support the modernization of the Polish Navy
Trieste
The third LSS section for Chantiers de l'Atlantique was launched in Castellammare di Stabia.
In the US, funding for wind energy development projects in ports is being cut.
Washington
Resources worth $679 million will be reallocated for port infrastructure upgrades
From January 1st, Kombiverkehr will operate the PKV intermodal terminal in the port of Duisburg.
Frankfurt am Main
It has a traffic capacity of approximately 200 thousand intermodal units per year.
Wallenius Marine and ABB form Overseas joint venture
Stockholm
The aim is to accelerate the launch of the platform of the same name for improving fleet performance.
The Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport has asked the Region to agree on the appointment of Bagalà as president of the Sardinian Port Authority.
Rome
He is currently the extraordinary commissioner of the same body
DHL eCommerce has acquired a minority stake in Saudi Arabia's AJEX Logistics Services.
Bonn/Riyadh
The Middle Eastern company has two thousand employees
CMPort's port terminals handled record container traffic in the second quarter
Hong Kong
In the first six months of 2025 the total was 78.8 million TEUs (+4.3%)
Confitarma approves the decree on advanced training for tanker seafarers.
Rome
Applause to the General Command of the Port Authority Corps
Quarterly freight traffic in Moroccan ports increases
Tangier/Casablanca
In Tanger Med the growth was +17%
The board of directors of the Genoa-based Ente Bacini has been renewed.
Genoa
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