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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
  • International freight

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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
  • Expanding its networks and capacities
  • MOL named 'Nadeshiko Brand' for fifth year running
  • Growing Kazakh flag carrier renews ULD partnership
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • JD growing in the Middle East
  • Verified carbon certificates by Norfolk Southern
  • Come and meet us at 'transport logistic' in Munich!

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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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APM Terminals buys the Panama Canal Railway Company
The Hague
The company operates the railway line parallel and adjacent to the Panama Canal
Piloda plans a hub for ship repair, refitting and demolition in the port of Brindisi
Naples
Expression of interest for the reconversion and reindustrialization of the former coal power plant area
Kuehne+Nagel to handle spare parts logistics for Changan electric cars in the European market
Schindellegi
Agreement with the Chinese car manufacturer
A.P. Møller Holding submits offer to acquire entire share capital of towing company Svitzer
AP Møller Holding submits offer to acquire entire share capital of towing company Svitzer
Copenhagen
The Mærsk family investment company already owns 47.0% of the company
Public interest declared for MSC, Neri and Lorenzini's project for a new container terminal in Livorno
Leghorn
The documentation requested by the company has been sent to Terminal Investment Limited
Slight annual growth in freight traffic in Italian ports driven by containers
Slight annual growth in freight traffic in Italian ports driven by containers
Rome
In the container segment, the strong increase in transhipments offset the decline in imports and exports
Turkey's Desan Shipyard in talks to take over Mangalia shipyard
Bucharest
The Tuzla plant is much smaller than the Romanian one
Six international shipping associations present a guide to planning safe navigation
London
The purpose is to detect, avoid, deter, delay and report attacks and incidents on ships.
TUI awards Fincantieri contract for two new cruise ships for Marella Cruises
Hanover/Trieste
Deliveries are scheduled for 2030 and 2032
ESPO urges EU and Member States to allocate funds to decarbonise ships and ports
Brussels
Earmarking Innovation Fund proceeds to stimulate demand for clean marine fuels
China Antitrust Launches Investigation into Hutchison Ports' Panama Terminal Sale
Beijing/Hong Kong
Panama Ports Company operates the Balboa and Cristobal ports
PSA posts annual revenue growth, but profits fall
Singapore
Sharp increase in operating costs across the board
Temporary Port Labor Supply Company in Cagliari Extended for Another 18 Months
Cagliari
In 2024, cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by +3.5%
Beijing
Increase of +6.9% in traffic with foreign countries. In the first two months of 2025, 1.75 billion tons were moved (+1.6%)
Chinese container maker CIMC posts bumper 2024
In February, freight traffic in the port of Genoa fell by -4.4% and in Savona-Vado it increased by +24.5%
Genoa
Cruise and ferry passenger decline
ICS, Trump's proposed measures against Chinese ships risk having significant unwanted consequences, even for the US
Washington
Strong opposition to their introduction also expressed by the WSC
Intercargo, international measures for decarbonisation of shipping must be simple and clear
London
Gkonis: Must not compromise operational efficiency and smooth global transport of essential goods
Port of Barcelona invests 124 million to develop sustainable fuel traffic
Barcelona
Construction of three new moorings at Moll de l'Energia
In 2024, freight traffic in the port of Catania began to grow again. A decline in Augusta
In 2024, freight traffic in the port of Catania began to grow again. A decline in Augusta
Augusta
A total of 7.9 million and 23.0 million tons of cargo were handled
In 2024, the terminal operator HHLA recorded record revenues with a growth of +10.5%
Hamburg
Profit after taxes amounted to 56.4 million euros (+33.1%)
Launch of a public consultation for the updating of the PRPs of the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado
Genoa
The involvement of territorial, economic and social communities is foreseen
ITU, ICAO and IMO highlight risks to maritime and air transport caused by attacks on satellite communications
Geneva/Montreal/London
London Government presents its strategy for decarbonising maritime transport
London
The measures for ports will be defined after a public consultation that will take place in the coming months
For security, military ships are not enough, merchant ships are also essential
London
TUI in talks with shipyards for two new cruise ships for Marella
Hanover
Slots available starting from the 2031 financial year
ANESCO, with the Port Employment Centers, accidents have decreased in the three main Spanish ports
Madrid
67% reduction in lost work days per year
Filt, Fit and Uilt, no to the transformation from "article 18" to "16" of the Livorno port company LTM
Leghorn
Unions ask port authority to block proliferation of new economic entities
Last year Fincantieri recorded record revenues and new orders
Last year Fincantieri recorded record revenues and new orders
Trieste
Folgiero: the first fruits of our strategy and industrial vision have been harvested
COSCO Shipping Holdings revenue increased by +44.8% in the fourth quarter of 2024
COSCO Shipping Holdings revenue increased by +44.8% in the fourth quarter of 2024
Shanghai
In the period, the container ships of the Chinese group's fleet transported 6.9 million TEUs (+13.1%). Containers on the Asia-Europe/Med routes fell
Porto Marghera, renewal of concession to Terminal Rinfuse Venezia
Venice
New 25-year contract. Investments of over 53 million euros expected
Carnival Sets New Low Season Quarter Records December-February
Carnival Sets New Low Season Quarter Records December-February
Miami
Positive outlook for the remainder of the 2025 financial year
In the last quarter of 2024, container traffic alone increased in French ports
Paris
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AAL Shipping sceglie il sistema di consulenza marina di ABB per ottimizzare la flotta Super B-Class
Rail Losing Ground in Transalpine Freight Traffic Through Switzerland
Bern
In 2024, trains transported 25.7 million tons of cargo (-3.7%)
CK Hutchison's Port Division revenues grew by 10.8% last year
Hong Kong
In 2024, Hapag-Lloyd revenues increased by +6.5%. Net profit decreased by -18.9%
In 2024, Hapag-Lloyd revenues increased by +6.5%. Net profit decreased by -18.9%
Hamburg
New historical record of containers transported by the fleet
The OPS also serves to charge the batteries of ships while they are in port
The OPS also serves to charge the batteries of ships while they are in port
Brussels
The ferry companies remind us of this by highlighting the need to have an adequate supply of electricity.
The extension of the EU ETS to the maritime transport sector has not brought about significant changes in the shipping market
Brussels
This is stated in a report adopted by the European Commission, which found no evidence of tendencies towards evasion or avoidance of the law
In February, freight traffic in the port of Barcelona decreased by -4.2%
Barcelona
Containers down -4.2% due to -18.8% reduction in transhipped boxes
Complaint filed for fraud and corruption against Bolloré Group
Paris
Allegations relating to activities carried out in the context of logistics and port operations in Africa sold in 2022
US FMC surveys seven major global maritime corridors
Washington
Federal agency threatens to ban Panamanian-flagged ships from US ports
Last year, freight traffic in German ports began to grow again (+2.3%)
Wiesbaden
It is still lower than the pre-Covid level, as is container traffic alone which amounted to 13.3 million TEU (+4.9%)
Liebherr achieves record annual sales in the maritime and port crane segment
Bulls
Strong demand for offshore and container handling equipment
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
Last year, 656 ships underwent repair work in Greece
Piraeus
Increase of five units compared to 2023
Port of La Spezia, cruise ship docking simulations completed at Garibaldi West pier
The Spice
Assagenti conference on the future of the profession of maritime agent and broker
Genoa
It will be held tomorrow in Genoa
Stena Line presents a project for a ro-ro vessel capable of reducing energy consumption by at least 20%
Gothenburg
Francesco Beltrano is the new general secretary of Uniport
Rome
He takes over from Paolo Ferrandino, who will continue to collaborate as a consultant
Saipem awarded new contracts in Middle East and Guyana
Milan
The total value of the orders is approximately 720 million dollars.
Conference in Genoa for the centenary of Ente Bacini
Genoa
The company was established on 19 February 1925
Interporto Bologna Board of Directors Renewed
Bentivoglio
Stefano Caliandro Appointed President. Loss of 1.7 million euros in 2024
NYK invests 76 billion yen in NYK Energy Ocean Corporation
Tokyo
The newco has taken over the activities of ENEOS Ocean
Decarbonisation of maritime transport will be faster in the EU and the US
DHL Acquires CRYOPDP
Bonn/Nashville
The company provides courier services for clinics and healthcare
Over a million to the port companies of Livorno and Piombino to acquire green vehicles
Leghorn
The ranking for admission to the PNRR-Next Gen Eu contributions has been published
COSCO Shipping Development Co.'s container sales increased by +204.1% in 2024
Shanghai
The related turnover increased by +124.0%
The call for funding for the purchase of electric vehicles in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado has been published
Genoa
Yang Ming Buys Three New 8,000 TEU Containerships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Construction of a cruise ship for Regent Seven Seas Cruises begins in Marghera
Trieste
Fincantieri will deliver the unit in 2026
Federlogistica establishes operational offices in Spain and Brazil
Genoa
The aim is to go beyond theoretical cooperative relationships
Over a Ton of Cocaine Seized in the Port of Gioia Tauro
Reggio Calabria
If placed on the market it would have generated over 187 million euros
In 2024, the economic results of Interporto Padova reached record values
Padua
Revenues up +17%
Three ceremonies at the Saint-Nazaire shipyard for three new MSC Cruises ships
Geneva
New flagship "MSC World America" delivered
German railway company DB Cargo reduced losses in 2024
Berlin
Revenues down again. -9.0% drop in freight volumes
NovaAlgoma orders second 38,000 dwt cement carrier in China
Lugano
It will be taken over in 2027
Customs agreement between Italy and Brazil to facilitate trade
Brasilia
Mission of the Customs and Monopolies Agency in the South American nation
A team from La Spezia Container Terminal in Rotterdam to test advanced technologies
The Spice
ECT Hutchinson Ports Training Center Visited
The assembly of Genoese freight forwarders on Monday
Genoa
It will be held at the Palazzo della Borsa in Genoa
Assarmatori, in Italy the ferry segment cannot bear the burden of the EU ETS in a very fragile market situation
Brussels
Messina: Protecting shipping from the ideological excesses of the Green Deal
The website of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard has been renewed
Rome
It has become a single digital access point to documents and services
In 2024, inland waterway freight transport in Germany increased by +1.2%
Wiesbaden
The volume, at 173.8 million tonnes, is the second lowest since 1990.
APM Terminals Granted Port of New York - New Jersey Concession Renewal
New York
Contract for a period of 33 years. Investments of 500 million dollars are expected
Experimentation of crane automation has begun at the Interporto Padova terminal
Padua
The interport company awarded the "Industria Felix 2025 Award"
Container traffic in the port of Algeciras fell by -17.0% in February
Algeciras
Both import-export volumes and transhipment are decreasing
New cruise company Crescent Seas has been founded in Miami
Miami
The fleet, initially consisting of one ship from Regent Seven Seas Cruises, will grow to five units within the next five years
In 2024, the volume of vehicles transported by Wallenius Wilhelmsen's fleet decreased by -9.7%
Oslo
Traffic down on almost all global routes
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Agreement between Assoporti and Assologistica and the Florida trade, transport and port authorities
Rome
It was signed today
In April a mission in Albania of The International Propeller Clubs - Italy
Genoa
It will take place on the 9th and 10th in Tirana and Durres
COSCO Shipping Ports revenues rose to a record $1.5 billion in 2024 (+3.3%)
Hong Kong
In the fourth quarter alone, a decrease of -3.0%
SO.RI.MA. (FHP group) granted a concession of an area of 125 thousand square meters in the port of Chioggia
Venice
Investments of 11.5 million euros expected over 25 years
Container traffic in the port of Valencia grew by +15.2% last month
Valencia
The overall volume of goods handled increased by +6.8%
Contship Italia’s intermodal network has been extended to the Gulf Terminal in La Spezia
Melzo
Connections with the inland terminals of Milan, Modena and Padua
The Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority obtains gender equality certification
Leghorn
It is the first Italian port authority to obtain this recognition
Container traffic growth weakens at ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach
Los Angeles/Long Beach
Last month, increases of +2.6% and +13.4% respectively were recorded
Assarmatori, the Italian government's position on the impact of the EU ETS on shipping and ports is good
Rome
Messina: fully understood the risks and distortions of European climate regulation
PSA Italy's Genoa port terminals awarded anti-corruption certification
Genoa
The UNI EN ISO 37001 standard defines the requirements for an effective anti-corruption management system
Assiterminal presents three projects for the sustainable transition of the Italian port sector
Rome
Work completed on docks 33 and 34 of the port of Civitavecchia
Civitavecchia
50,000 square meters of yards prepared
The completion and doubling of the Pontremolese is the dream-nightmare of the La Spezia port community
The Spice
Fontana: Money is not found when enormous resources are channeled into railway lines of dubious utility
Hanwha acquires 9.9% stake in shipbuilding company Austal
Sydney
Investment worth approximately 116 million US dollars
The European fleet is growing but competing fleets are growing at a faster rate
Brussels
Raptis (European Shipowners): investing ETS revenues in clean shipping technologies and fuels
Trasportounito has confirmed the national halt to the transport of goods
Rome
Proclaimed for the duration of five days from March 31st to April 4th
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
Assagenti conference on the future of the profession of maritime agent and broker
Genoa
It will be held tomorrow in Genoa
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Damen Mangalia Unionists Protest Friday Against Possible Closure
(The Romania Journal)
Govt. to woo top ten shipping liners in world for Colombo port expansion
(Daily Mirror)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo
Roma, 18 settembre 2024
››› File
Container traffic in Hong Kong port increased by +9.1% in February
Hong Kong
However, for the second time in the last 25 years, cargo volume was below one million TEU.
Cargo traffic in Greek ports stable in Q3 2024
Piraeus
The increase in volumes transported on domestic routes has offset the decline in traffic with foreign countries
At the Vado Ligure container terminal a 21,000 teu container ship fully loaded
I go to Liguria
The 400-meter-long Cosco Shipping Nebula has landed
UIR proposes a permanent table for the development of intermodality
Verona
The main task is to build a project financing program.
Restructuring plan approved for Spanish company Armas Trasmediterránea
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Creditors' appeal rejected
The decline in cargo traffic at the port of Singapore worsened in February
Singapore
Containerized cargoes amounted to 27.4 million tons (-3.6%)
Accelleron revenue surpassed $1 billion for the first time in 2024
Baden
Net profit up +63.1%
Fincantieri has delivered the new ship Norwegian Aqua to Norwegian Cruise Line
Trieste
It has a gross tonnage of 156,300 tons.
The tender for the first lot of the new electricity distribution network in the port of La Spezia has started
The Spice
Intervention worth 36.9 million euros
In 2024 d'Amico International Shipping recorded a decline in time charter revenues
Luxembourg
-7.6% decline on the previous record year
Global Ports Holding's port terminals handled record cruise traffic in 2024
Istanbul
The company's revenue increased by +21%
In the first two months of 2025, cargo traffic in Russian ports decreased by -5.7%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are growing
The latest reading of the WTO Goods Trade Barometer shows a variable trend towards good
Geneva
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