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Exim India web site
JULY 2, 2025
  • CONCOR introduces specialised tank containers for transporting bulk cement
  • South East CEO Conclave & Awards 2025 to host industry luminaries in Chennai on July 9
  • DGCA carries out comprehensive surveillance at major airports, including Delhi and Mumbai
  • Middle East & South Asia tonnages partially rebound; increase from India
  • Govt of Karnataka, BACL and ANSR launch a Global Innovation Hub in Bengaluru Airport City
  • Adani Logistics announces launch of its maiden double stack rake connecting ICD Tumb to ICD Patli
  • Indian Navy stabilises situation after undertaking high-risk firefighting and rescue operation onboard tanker
  • VOC Port handles more overall cargo and containers till June this fiscal
  • DPA highlights monsoon precautions for cargo barges and water craft
  • Alternative fuels orderbook shows resilience amid overall decline in newbuild market

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International Transport Journal web site
JULY 2, 2025
  • Beijing opens route to Baku
  • New CEOs for SmartSea and Noatum-CSM
  • UTA Edenred adds Powerdot chargers
  • Ethiopian adds Urumqi; boosts Afro-Asian cargo flows
  • Resilient alternative fuels orderbook - DNV
  • New Hellmann logistics centre in Melbourne
  • Rhenus MTG Mannheim joins NG.network in Germany
  • Alberta's Bowline Logistics appoints CEO
  • Swissport ramps up sustainability and expands in Italy
  • Biodiesel powers Cummins future
  • Gothenburg signs new energy deal

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The Loadstar web site
JULY 1, 2025
  • Forwarders eye growth via M&A as deal activity builds
  • The Loadstar leader: Legislators listen up!
  • EXCLUSIVE: Top DHL Global Forwarding executive in the US jumps ship
  • Global contract logistics market hits record high as Asia Pacific drives growth
  • Analysis: The DHL bull thesis in a bear market for air/sea yields
  • US truckers: beware of cargo theft during July 4 celebrations
  • Vietnam Airlines pledges to capitalise on cargo boom with freight arm
  • EU cuts burdensome red tape for SMEs - but customers may demand transparency
  • Maersk fined $1.5m for 'gross negligence' over Damco merger

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Marine Log web site
JULY 1, 2025
  • First of three Zamil Offshore FSIVs completes trials
    Zamil 80, the first of three new 60-meter Incat Crowther designed fast support intervention vessels (FSIVs) has completed sea trials at Singapore shipbuilder Lita Ocean. Designed for offshore marine services provider Zamil
  • Louis Dreyfus Armateurs: New ownership, new CEO and new name
    One of France's best known shipping companies has a new majority owner, a new CEO, and will soon get a new name. The Louis-Dreyfus family has sold an 80% stake in Louis

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Container News web site
JULY 1, 2025
  • Interasia Launches Wholly Owned Office in Vietnam
    Effective July 1st, 2025, Interasia Lines has officially launched its wholly owned office in Vietnam under the name Interasia Lines Vietnam Company Limited (CÔNG TY TNHH INTERASIA LINES VIET NAM). This strategic move marks a major milestone in the company's regional expansion and reinforces its commitment to delivering enhanced service quality across Asia. For over 15 years, Interasia has served
  • Ellerman City Liners launches new inland rail connection
    Ellerman City Liners launched on June 25th a new inland rail connection between Lódz and Gdynia, enhancing the reach and efficiency of its iPEX Polish Shortsea service. The new route, developed in close partnership with Spedcont and Bahnoperator, marks a significant milestone in its intermodal expansion across Poland and Northern Europe. The newly operational rail link connects Spedcont's inland
  • 6 Best Ways to Store Your Belongings During Home Renovations
    Although home renovations can be exciting, they often come with their fair share of chaos. In the middle of the tools, dust, and constant movement, keeping your belongings organized and safe should always be a top priority. A solid storage plan can make the process smoother and less stressful, whether you're updating one room or overhauling your entire home. Continue reading to discover the best
  • Asia's Europe-Bound Container Exports Grow
    Asia's container exports to Europe reached 1.64 million TEUs in April, marking an 8.4% two back-to-back months of year-on-year increase, according to data from the Japan Maritime Center (JMC) based on Container Trades Statistics (CTS). Exports grew from all regions, with those from China and Hong Kong growing 9.1% to a total of 1.29 million TEUs, from Southeast Asia 4.5% to 200,142 TEUs, and from
  • Container ship newbuilding orders hit new high
    The drive to have ships running on alternative fuels has pushed the container ship orderbook (newbuilding orders) to a new high of 9.4 million TEU, with orders chiefly made by liner operators, according to Clarksons. Clarksons research manager Sarah Holden wrote: "'Green' fleet renewal has remained a central underlying driver; 73% of containership tonnage ordered this year has been alternative fu
  • How Fincantieri's actions signal a securitization amid IMEC project?
    Italy is fast-tracking its transformation into a regional maritime security power, with Fincantieri reshaping its industrial strategy to focus more heavily on warships and underwater defense systems. The implications are likely to ripple far beyond Italy's borders, reshaping shipping dynamics across the Mediterranean, the Red Sea, and the Indian Ocean
  • CMA CGM implements PSS from Far East to West Africa
    France ocean carrier CMA CGM announced Peak Season Surcharge (PSS), from Far East to South Africa. PSS amount is US$250 per TEU and will be effective from 15 July. The surcharge will apply to both dry and reefer containers. If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container News .
  • Condon claims management acquires Marine Claims Associates
    Condon Claims Management has announced the acquisition of US-based Marine Claims Associates LLC, a move that significantly strengthens its American business portfolio and expands its presence across key US markets. The acquisition, effective immediately, brings Marine Claims Associates fully under the Condon Claims Management brand, marking a strategic milestone in the firm's U.S. growth trajecto
  • Gebrüder Weiss announces retirement of executive board member
    Gebrüder Weiss has announced the retirement of Peter Kloiber, a key member of its Management Board, marking the end of a 28-year tenure in the company's executive leadership and a total of 35 years of service to the logistics group. Kloiber, 64, will step down after overseeing a broad portfolio that included Parcel Services, Logistics, IT, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Marketing an
  • Interferry and MOWCA sign landmark MOU
    Interferry and Maritime Organisation for West and Central Africa (MOWCA) sign Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to advance ferry safety in West and Central Africa. This MOU solidifies cooperation for effective, safe, and sustainable ferry transportation in Africa. Additionally, the agreement covers training seminars for maritime personnel, technical staff, and safety officials. Both organizations
  • Why India's Colombo Dockyard stake signals strategic shift in Indian Ocean power balance?
    In a move carrying significant geopolitical weight, India's state-owned Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL) has secured a 51% controlling stake in Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard for $52.96 million marking its first international acquisition
  • Global Container Shipping Stocks: Trends in June
    June was a turbulent month for container shipping stocks, reflecting the sector's sensitivity to freight rates, fuel prices, and global demand. As investors weighed macroeconomic data and trade volumes , stock performances across major shipping lines showed sharp contrasts, with a few standout winners and several notable declines. Container Shipping Stocks June 2025 Mixed Signals Across the Indus
  • ClassNK issues AiP for world's first LCO2/methanol vessel
    ClassNK has granted an approval in principle (AiP) for an LCO2/methanol carrier jointly developed by Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co. and Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL). The certification confirms the feasibility of the vessel, which is being developed for commercialization. This vessel marks the world's first issuance of an AiP for an LCO2/Methanol Carrier. ClassNK conducted a review of the carrier's desi
  • DHL eCommerce appoints new CEO for the Americas
    DHL eCommerce has announced a leadership transition in its Americas division, naming Scott Ashbaugh as the new CEO of DHL eCommerce Americas, effective July 1, 2025. Ashbaugh, who currently serves as Chief Commercial Officer, will succeed Lee Spratt, who is set to retire at the end of the year on December 31, 2025. Ashbaugh will be based at the division's headquarters in Weston, Florida, and will
  • ANL to implement rate restoration for South East Asia, Middle East Gulf and Indian Subcontinent to Australia
    ANL has announced a rate restoration program effective July 15, 2025, for all shipments from South East Asia, the Middle East Gulf, and the Indian Subcontinent to Australia. The rate increase will be US$300 per 20-foot dry or reefer container and US$600 per 40-foot dry or reefer container. This adjustment will be applied on top of existing Spot and FAK rates, and will be subject to all applicable
  • Hellmann Worldwide Logistics doubles Melbourne footprint
    Hellmann Worldwide Logistics has opened a cutting-edge contract-logistics centre in Truganina, doubling its warehousing capacity in the Melbourne metropolitan area. The 19,000-square-metre multi-user facility, equipped with 18,000 pallet positions and advanced warehouse-management systems, broadens Hellmann's portfolio of digital, full-service logistics for customers in sectors ranging from autom
  • ANL announces peak season surcharge for Asia, Indian Sub-Continent & Middle East to Australia
    ANL has announced the implementation of a peak season surcharge for all shipments from North and South East Asia, the Indian Sub-continent, and the Middle East to ports in Australia, effective August 1, 2025, and remaining in place until further notice. The surcharge will apply to all cargo types and is set at US$ 500 per 20-foot standard or refrigerated container and USD 1,000 per 40-foot standa
  • Port of Los Angeles to host 2028 Olympic events
    The Olympic and Paralympic Games 2028 (LA28) announced that Port of Los Angeles will be one of two venues to host 2028 Olympic sailing events. LA28 cited the favorable racing conditions and optimal spectator viewing opportunities offered by the Port's location. Belmont Shore in the City of Long Beach was also confirmed to host several sailing events during the 2028 Games. The Port of Los Angeles
  • "K" LINE begins use of bio-LNG fuel
    Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha has marked a significant milestone in its decarbonization strategy with the first use of bio-LNG fuel on board its car carrier OCEANUS HIGHWAY. The operation took place on June 16, 2025, when the vessel was bunkered with 500 tons of bio-LNG supplied by Shell Western LNG B.V. at the Port of Zeebrugge, Belgium. The fuel, known as liquefied bio-methane, is produced from renewab
  • Ocean Network Express to launch new office in Greece
    Ocean Network Express has announced the opening of a new branch in Greece, Ocean Network Express Limited, Greece Foreign Branch, set to commence operations in November 2025. This strategic move highlights Greece's enduring role as a global maritime hub and reinforces ONE's commitment to serving the Mediterranean region and its customers with a direct local presence. The launch of the new office m

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Splash web site
JULY 1, 2025
  • Norden flips two more ships
    Denmark's Norden has revealed new activity in the sale-and-purchase market with two transactions closed in the dry and wet segments, continuing a wave of disposals tied to its purchase-option strategy. The Copenhagen-listed company has offloaded one supramax bulk carrier and one MR tanker for an undisclosed sum. No further details have been disclosed about the ...
  • Leadership change at Belgian Shipowners' Association
    The Royal Belgian Shipowners' Association (KBRV) has announced a change in leadership, with Loïc Van Staey appointed as its new managing director. He succeeds Wilfried Lemmens, who held the position for over a decade at the association, which counts almost all shipowners operating vessels under the Belgian flag. Van Staey joined KBRV in November of ...
  • Condon Claims Management acquires Marine Claims Associates
    Thomas Miller-controlled Condon Claims Management has acquired US-based Marine Claims Associates for an undisclosed price. The acquisition will take place effective immediately and the entire Marine Claims Associates' team will fall under the Condon Claims Management brand. "Having the knowledge and experience to broaden our services is essential in today's modern marine landscape. From conductin
  • Louis Dreyfus Armateurs sold to private equity
    One of the most famous names in French shipping has been sold to private equity. The Louis-Dreyfus family, shareholder of Louis Dreyfus Armateurs (LDA), has sold an 80% stake in the shipowner to Paris-headquartered InfraVia Capital Partners for an undisclosed sum in a deal that was first discussed in public in February. The Louis-Dreyfus family ...
  • Reach Subsea bags $36m in new contracts
    Norwegian offshore services player Reach Subsea has secured several new deals and call-offs within the scope of existing frame agreements in the North Sea and European regions. The company said that the estimated total value of these contracts was NOK 370m ($36.8m). Work under the contracts will start in the third and fourth quarters of ...
  • Crown Estate rakes in over $1.5bn in profits thanks to offshore wind
    The UK Crown Estate, which manages King Charles' public property, has reported an annual net profit of £1.15bn ($1.57bn), with most of it coming from the offshore wind farm leasing tender Round 4. This year's profit brings the total contribution from the Crown Estate to the Treasury to £5bn ($6.9bn) over the past decade. Of ...
  • MSC ramps up megamax expansion with $1.2bn shipbuilding deal in China
    Gianluigi Aponte's Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC) is pressing ahead with megamax containership fleet expansion through a new shipbuilding deal in China. The Swiss-based liner giant has ordered up to six 22,000 teu newbuilds from China Merchants Heavy Industries' Haimen shipyard. Shipbuilding sources estimate each LNG dual-fuel ship at more than $200m, with deliveries expected to ...
  • Danos secures work on Gulf of Mexico floating production unit
    Louisiana-based energy services contractor Danos has been awarded a contract to provide production services for Beacon Offshore Energy's Shenandoah floating production unit in the Gulf of Mexico. The project will employ production operators, instrumentation and electrical technicians, mechanics, and offshore installation managers. Several employees began working on the platform in 2024. No financ
  • Finland bans ship waste discharges in first for maritime environmental law
    Starting today, it will be illegal for cargo ships to discharge toilet wastewater, sulphuric wash water, and scrubber sludge into Finnish coastal waters, marking a global first in maritime environmental regulation. The new rules, approved by Finland's parliament in December 2024, put the Nordic nation at the forefront of marine pollution control, building on earlier ...
  • Jinhui frees up capital with double leaseback deal
    Chinese bulker owner and operator Jinhui Shipping and Transportation has struck sale and leaseback deals with compatriot financiers for two of its vessels, which will see the company free up nearly $30m in cash. The Oslo- and Hong Kong-listed company is selling the 2014-built ultramax Jin Heng for $11.1m and the 2019-built kamsarmax Jin Li ...
  • Hong Kong's new maritime board eyes a comeback
    Famous names in local shipping circles such as Caravel's Angad Banga, SeaKapital's Sabrina Chao, Bjorn Hojgaard from Anglo-Eastern, Valles Steamship's Wellington Koo and Alan Tung from Island Navigation are board members on the brand new Hong Kong Maritime and Port Development Board (HKMPDB), which launched today, the latest initiative from the Chinese city to reassert ...
  • Fire hits product tanker in Gulf of Oman
    A Palau-flagged product tanker, Yi Cheng 6, experienced a major engine room fire and total power failure while transiting the Gulf of Oman. The vessel was en route from Kandla Port in India to Shinas, Oman, when the incident occurred on Sunday, June 29. Responding to a distress call, the Indian Navy dispatched the stealth ...
  • Winning Shipping acquires a newcastlemax
    China's Winning Shipping is pushing ahead with its fleet expansion plans, seemingly unshaken by the Guinean government's recent crackdown on foreign operators. The world's largest bauxite carrier has just added its first newcastlemax of the year, acquiring the 204,000 dwt Ocean Prometheus from Mitsui OSK Lines, Splash can reveal. The 2007-built ship, constructed at Japan's ...
  • Japanese-built handysizes rule as S&P market heats up
    The handysize sale-and-purchase market roared to life in June, racking up the strongest sales tally of the year so far. More than 10 ships hanged hands last month, with four deals inked just last week. Japanese-built tonnage continues to command a premium, with buyers shrugging off age in favour of build pedigree, engine spec, and ...
  • Why the future of shipping platforms lies in collaboration, not control
    Wolfgang Lehmacher and Mikael Lind discuss the recent launch of project44's Movement platform. It is not every day that a supply chain technology heavyweight announces a new game. But that is what happened when Chicago-based project44 introduced its latest platform, the next-generation Movement. The press release promised a "Decision Intelligence Platform" that would automate and ...

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Lloyd's List web site
JULY 1, 2025
  • Tanker gains from Israel-Iran conflict have largely evaporated
    Oil prices and tanker stocks immediately plunged when the Israel-Iran ceasefire was declared. The freight market has now followed suit...
  • Fake flags flow through Baltic as an uneasy stand-off continues
    Baltic states wanted to stop falsely flagged ships from passing through European waters, but that plan has been overtaken by...
  • Louis Dreyfus Armateurs confirms private equity takeover and new CEO
    Samira Draoua has assumed the role of chief executive, with Edouard Louis-Dreyfus staying on as president
  • Ship recycling pricing continues to fall on low steel demand
    With the Hong Kong Convention having entered into force, those few shipowners selling ships for recycling will need to ensure...
  • Iran asks to postpone IMO audit in wake of port blast
    Iran has pushed back its scheduled audit of IMO regulatory instruments to 2027
  • Israel-Iran war raised concerns over safe port warranties
    The Israel-Iran war led shipowners and charterers to check their safe port and berth warranties, with the security of ports...
  • Navios Logistics $400m Nordic bond meets high demand from investors
    Angeliki Frangou has successful first foray into Oslo bond market, securing refinancing for her South American logistics business
  • Finland bans wastewater discharge in its waters
    Sewage and so-called 'blackwater' discharge is banned in Finnish waters from today, while 'greywater' and scrubber wastewater bans will come...
  • US lifts sanctions on occupied territory callers while ending Syria restrictions
    In terminating the Syria sanctions programme, the US Treasury has revoked restrictions on three vessels with a history of exporting...
  • Alternative fuel share of newbuilding orderbook grows as ordering activity slows
    A rise in orders for large dual-fuel containerships, bulk carriers, crude oil tankers and ro-pax ferries is attributed to the...
  • Thomas Miller unit expands US operations
    Deal will see entire Marine Claims Associates team come under an expanded Condon brand
  • HD Hyundai Heavy Industry union begins the process of going on strike
    The union plans to hold a strike ballot. If a majority vote in favour, the union will be legally entitled...
  • Wan Hai walks away from LNG, commits to methanol amid regulatory shifts
    IMO's tightening climate rules drive split among shipowners on future fuels, with LNG and methanol strategies diverging
  • The Daily View: Another explosion, another mystery
  • Daily Briefing
    Fear and speculation mount after another tanker is hit by unexplained blast | China finance for Greek shipping seen as...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JULY 1, 2025
  • Strong China demand buoys intra-Asia rates despite capacity surge
    The uptick in rates comes despite a 9% surge in deployed capacity on regional services since February, according to figures from British transport consultant MDS Transmodal.
  • Union Pacific subsidiary jumps into transloading with 'port-to-door' service
    Loup Logistics provides direct access to nearly 80,000 rail-owned containers across North America, significantly expanding UP's transloading options.
  • Trans-Atlantic ocean trade readies for end to 90-day pause on US tariffs
    Easing freight rates and demand suggest a "wait-and-see" approach by US importers as the July 9 end of the temporary reprieve on so-called "reciprocal" tariffs nears.

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TradeWinds web site
JULY 1, 2025
  • DOF Group brings Brazil contract wins to $755m in just over a month
    Oslo-listed offshore vessel owner adds two more four-year deals as Petbrobras continues charter spree
  • Costamare Bulkers linked to its first-ever sale with reported deal for supramax
    Chinese buyer said to pick up 15-year-old vessel as bulker prices slip
  • Swedish safety tech group moves into Turkey with takeover of Ares Marine
    Consilium expands footprint with deal for Tuzla facility
  • Dutch mutual sets expansion goals after NorthStandard tie-up
    P&I Club announces new structure and ambitions to expand into war risks and hull
  • Navigator Gas moves up on investor radar with listing on US Russell index
    London-based LPG carrier owner says increased visibility will boost shareholder base
  • Can AI be a seafarer's friendly Big Brother in fight against fatigue?
    Orca AI claims its systems can detect navigation trends and raise alarm for crew and shore managers
  • Dalex bulker ships out stockpiled copper from Panama mine after state shutdown
    Greek handysize moving cargo from Cobre facility
  • Newcomer teams with Grieg Shipbrokers for liquid hydrogen newbuilding project
    Prospective owner is looking beyond groundbreaking bulkers
  • Sigtto finally appoints new GM as Excelerate Energy's Hans Weverbergh steps in
    Gas industry body brings in some hands-on FSRU and LPG experience
  • Navigational hazard warning for older ships plying Baltic waterways
    Two Baltic states issue warning about increased risks of accidents in congested waterways
  • Former Aker chief launches new Norwegian shipowner
    Leif-Arne Langoy will be largest owner of GMI Group with 27%
  • MR tanker rates surge in Asia as shipments hit year-high
    Brokers note useful jump in South Korea to Singapore earnings
  • Norden milks high ship prices with bulker and product tanker sales
    Company has sold 16 ships this year, including 10 declared purchase options
  • Scrubber users lash out at 'unfortunate and unnecessary' Europe ban
    Exhaust gas cleaning systems will be restricted from 2027
  • Greek owner DryDel flips second former Norden bulker in fluid S&P market
    Several modern ultramaxes are in play amid falling values and uncertain sellers
  • First-half ordering of alternative-fuelled vessels soars year on year, DNV says
    Container ship newbuildings drive uptick, with LNG remaining favoured fuel of past six months
  • Swedish safety tech group moves into shipbuilding with takeover of Ares Marine
    Consilium expands footprint with deal for Tuzla facility
  • Norwegian legal firm Sands expands into UK with new marine arm
    Former Stephenson Harwood lawyer Max Lemanski to head London outfit aiming to bring Scandinavian vibes in-house
  • Criminal gangs target ships as cargo theft cases spike globally
    Allianz Commercial says cargo thefts increased in North America by 27% in 2024
  • Glimmer of fresh LNG carrier newbuilding action emerges as full uptick could take longer
    March of LNG bunker vessels continues apace
  • Louis Dreyfus brings in new CEO following takeover by $17bn private equity firm
    Experienced French shipping executive moves in as takeover completed
  • Sri Lanka's biggest shipbuilder snapped up by Indian firm Mazagon Dock
    Mumbai-based yard buys controlling stake in cargo ship specialist and repairer Colombo Dockyard
  • Norwegian newcomer to build 'world's first' liquid hydrogen-powered bulkers
    Bergen's LH2 Shipping wins Enova cash for two 5,000-dwt carriers using fuel cells and batteries
  • LNG Canada exports its first cargo, heralding start of new trade for sector
    Lead shareholder Shell says supplying LNG will be its biggest contribution to energy transition over next decade
  • Former Aker chief launches new Norwegian shipowner with fund NRP
    Leif-Arne Langoy will be largest owner of GMI Group with 27%
  • 'Major fire' on Middle East-bound tanker tackled by Indian Navy
    No injuries reported among 14 seafarers on the Yi Cheng 6
  • Cocaine worth £100m seized from container ship in significant blow against organised crime
    Border Force says haul is one of the largest in the past 10 years
  • MOL completes $1.7bn takeover of chemical storage terminal LBC Tank Terminals
    Takeover of LBC Tank Terminals is part of MOL's diversification into non-shipping businesses
  • Qihang Shipping cashing in on strong vessel values by putting tanker on auction block
    Bids are due in on 16 July
  • Trump ends key Syria sanctions but keeps Assad-linked shipping names on blacklist
    Turkish shipowner, maritime authority and Syrian Chamber of Shipping cleared
  • Amon Maritime launches new venture to build large ammonia-fuelled bulkers
    Norwegian shipowner has received $25m state grant to fund venture
  • Chinese leasing giant ICBC seeks buyer for fleet of former Bourbon offshore vessels
    Offshore vessels were once owned by French owner Bourbon

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American Shipper web site
JULY 1, 2025
  • Why 44% fewer cancelled sailings could be [blanking] bad news for SoCal trucking
    Ocean carriers to reduce cancelled sailings by 44% in July, says Drewry, but weaker trans-Pacific trades to account for almost half the total.
  • Switch to UPS saved US Postal Service 43% in air transport costs
    The U.S. Postal Service is saving a great deal of money with UPS as its prime air cargo vendor instead of FedEx, according to a new inspector general's report.

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In the second quarter, container traffic in the port of Genoa fell by -2.8% while in Savona-Vado it grew by +76.3%
Genoa
In the Ligurian capital, the transhipment share decreased, while the Savona port benefited.
Fincantieri records strong growth in half-year financial performance and new orders
Rome
In the first six months of 2025, orders totaled 14.7 billion euros (+93.5%)
In the second quarter, naval traffic through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.2%
In the second quarter, naval traffic through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.2%
Cairo
1,248 tankers (-2.7%) and 1,826 other types of vessels (-8.5%) passed through
CMA CGM's net profit fell by 140% in the second quarter.
Marseille
Revenues stable. The French shipping group is interested in acquiring Hutchison Ports' terminals.
Royal Caribbean closes second quarter with record net profit
Miami
The April-June period was very positive
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced a merger agreement today.
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced a merger agreement today.
Omaha/Atlanta
First coast-to-coast cargo rail network
Gurrieri resigns as Special Commissioner of the Eastern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Trieste
The atypical reverse charge for the logistics sector will become applicable tomorrow
Milan
Ruggerone (Assologistica): one of the most strategic reforms we helped build is being implemented
Policy brief on cyber threats that pose risks to port infrastructure
Tallinn
It was developed by the NATO Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence
Interferry urges the EU Commission to harmonize its shipping decarbonization regulations with those of the IMO
Victoria
Failure to align - the association warned - will force shipping companies to pay twice for emissions.
In the second quarter of 2025, Chinese seaports handled 79.1 million containers (+6.1%)
Beijing
Total freight traffic was three billion tons (+3.3%), of which 1.3 billion tons were with foreign countries (+1.9%).
CK Hutchison announces plans to include a Chinese investor in the consortium to sell Hutchison Ports
Hong Kong
Without the participation of the COSCO shipping group, China would not authorize the sale
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has awarded compensation of $1 billion over the X-Press Pearl accident.
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has awarded compensation of $1 billion over the X-Press Pearl accident.
Columbus
The container ship caught fire and sank near the port of Colombo
The Greek government sends a tugboat to the Red Sea to assist ships that may be attacked by the Houthis.
The Greek government sends a tugboat to the Red Sea to assist ships that may be attacked by the Houthis.
Piraeus
The AHTS "Giant" is leaving
Saipem and Subsea7 have signed a binding merger agreement.
Saipem and Subsea7 have signed a binding merger agreement.
Milan/Luxembourg
The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026.
In the second quarter, the port of Valencia handled over 1.5 million containers (+4.0%)
In the first half of 2025, the amount of new orders to Chinese shipyards fell by -18.2%
Beijing
A decrease of -3.5% in new construction completed in the period was recorded
In the second quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Trieste grew by +3.7%
Trieste
Bulk cargo increased. Miscellaneous cargo fell by 13.2%.
CMA CGM and TotalEnergies form joint venture for LNG bunkering in the Port of Rotterdam.
Marseille
Agreement to supply 360,000 tons of liquefied natural gas per year to the French group's ships
In the second quarter of 2025, freight traffic in Spanish ports decreased by -4.7%
Madrid
All the main product categories are decreasing except for conventional goods
Brookfield Asset Management to sell 49% of British port group PD Ports to Spain's Pontegadea
Middlesbrough
The English company has over 1,400 employees
In the quarter April-June, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2.3%
In the quarter April-June, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2.3%
Rotterdam
The port authority is alarmed by the state of crisis in the national industry.
The electrification of the docks in the ports of Livorno, Piombino and Portoferraio is proceeding according to plan.
Third dock for cruise traffic in the port of Catania
Catania
Pier 25's restyling completed
Another quarter of decline in freight traffic at the port of Algeciras
Algeciras
In the period April-June, containers amounted to 1.24 million TEUs (+1.0%)
A new tax applied to cruise passengers disembarking in national ports came into force today in Greece.
Athens
Belgian rail freight company Lineas receives €61 million government loan
Brussels
The measure was approved last night by the restricted council of ministers
ERTMS installation completed on 1,400 kilometers of Italian railway network
Rome
The project is financed with 2.5 billion euros from PNRR funds.
Wärtsilä's quarterly financial and commercial results are positive.
Helsinki
The Marine Electrical Systems division will be sold to the Italian company VINCI Energies.
In the port of Barcelona the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five
In the port of Barcelona the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five
Barcelona
The mayor: For the first time in history, a limit is placed on the growth of cruises in the city.
MSC and Moby have presented their commitments to meet the AGCM's requirements.
Rome
Shipping Agencies Services will sell its 49% stake in Moby, waiving the consideration in favor of the majority shareholder. Moby commits to completely repaying its debt to SAS.
Fincantieri confirms its interest in the development of American shipbuilding
Fincantieri confirms its interest in the development of American shipbuilding
Washington
Folgiero: Commitment to deliver next-generation capabilities in full alignment with U.S. strategic priorities
The Chamber of Deputies has approved the appointment of four presidents of Italian Port System Authorities.
Rome
The names proposed for the Port System Authorities of the Southern Adriatic, Central-Northern Tyrrhenian, Western Liguria, and Eastern Liguria have been approved. Voting on the Northern Tyrrhenian Authority has been postponed.
Information exchange between state administrations for the digitalization of the maritime sector begins
Rome
The first operational meeting at the Coast Guard General Command in Rome
The Clean Maritime Fuels Platform suggests measures to support the production and distribution of clean marine fuels
COSCO Shipping Ports sets new monthly and quarterly container traffic records
Hong Kong
In the period April-June, 29.4 million TEUs were handled (+4.5%)
Sharp increase in cases of seafarers abandoning their ships
London
2,286 crew members from 222 ships involved as of early 2025
Global freight traffic saw strong growth in the first quarter of this year in anticipation of new tariffs
Global freight traffic saw strong growth in the first quarter of this year in anticipation of new tariffs
Geneva
North America saw the strongest quarterly growth in imports
In the port of Antwerp-Bruges containers and rolling stock are increasing and other types of goods are decreasing
Antwerp
Traffic congestion continues at the airport, with the situation on the landside becoming critical
A study denounces the delay of European ports in equipping themselves with cold ironing facilities.
Brussels/Pozzallo
The tender to electrify the docks of the port of Pozzallo has begun.
T&E proposes to include more non-EU transhipment ports to avoid carbon leakage
Brussels
The association calls on the EU Commission to reduce the current threshold of 65% of transhipment traffic
Federlogistica urges the immediate establishment of a control room on tariffs
Genoa
The aim is also to eliminate extra costs caused by bureaucracy.
Containerized cargo handled through the port of Singapore fell by 2.9% in the second quarter.
Singapore
Last May, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.8%
Last May, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.8%
Cairo
The negative trend continued in June and early July
Terminal operators are not at all satisfied with a policy that seems to have no interest in ports
Rome
Cognolato: It is essential to close the ongoing trials on several fronts.
The largest ship ever to dock at Cagliari's Porto Canale at the MITO terminal.
Milan
The container ship "MSC Venice" with a capacity of 16,652 TEU arrived yesterday
On 5 and 6 November in Lisbon a summit called by the ILA against automation in the maritime and port sector
On 5 and 6 November in Lisbon a summit called by the ILA against automation in the maritime and port sector
North Bergen/Metzingen
South Korean HD Hyundai, together with German NEURA Robotics, will develop and test welding robots in shipyards
The toll of the horrific attack on the bulk carrier Eternity C in the Red Sea is still uncertain.
Mandaluyong/London/Brussels
Joint statement by ICS, BIMCO, European Shipowners, Intercargo and Intertanko
In the first half of 2025, bulk cargo increased and general cargo decreased in the port of Marseille-Fos
Marseille
Cruise passengers increase by +5%
The Senate has approved the framework law on interports
Rome
UIR, gives the Italian interport system a modern, orderly and coherent regulatory framework
Carlo De Ruvo was elected president of Confetra
Rome
Among the challenges, the uncontrolled expansion of large logistics groups and their concentration
Number of pirate attacks on ships still high in the second quarter of 2025
Number of pirate attacks on ships still high in the second quarter of 2025
Kuala Lumpur
The number of acts of violence against crews is decreasing
Telemar and TNL Group merger agreement
Telemar and TNL Group merger agreement
Oslo/Athens/Paris
One of the top three operators in the OT/IoT services market for the maritime and superyacht sectors will be created
Attacks on ships in the Red Sea still cause deaths among seafarers
Portsmouth
Liberian-flagged bulk carrier " Eternity C" targeted
Canadian shipbuilding company Davie acquires second shipyard in Finland
Helsinki/Pori
It will buy the Enersense Offshore shipyard
Amendment on Port Labor Supply Agencies Approved
Rome
Immediate transformation into Agencies authorised to provide temporary port work
Salvini appoints a manager of a private shipping company from Campania as president of the regional AdSP
Rome
This is Eliseo Cuccaro, CEO of Alilauro
Extend the application of the 0.1% sulphur limit in marine fuels globally
Extend the application of the 0.1% sulphur limit in marine fuels globally
Berlin
This is proposed by an analysis by the International Council on Clean Transportation
IMO and EU condemn renewed attacks on ships in the Red Sea
London/Brussels
Dominguez: New violation of international law and freedom of navigation
In the second quarter of this year, Finnlines' revenues decreased by -5.0%.
Helsinki
Net profit of 26.1 million euros (+7.7%)
Container traffic in the Port of New York remained stable in the April-June quarter.
New York
An increase of +4.9% was recorded in the first half of 2025
The Chamber of Deputies approves the appointment of the presidents of five Port System Authorities.
Rome
They are Davide Gariglio, Francesco Rizzo, Eliseo Cuccaro, Francesco Benevolo and Giovanni Gugliotti
Latrofa appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Port Authority of the Central-Northern Tyrrhenian Sea
Rome
Ministerial decree signed
The PNRR tender for interports has been reopened.
Rome
Resources available amounting to 2.2 million euros
Port of Livorno: Workers are the priority in the LTM crisis
Livorno
UPS's quarterly earnings performance declines
Atlanta
Net income in the April-June quarter was $1.28 billion (-8.9%)
Approval for the 2025 budget variation of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority.
Gioia Tauro
500 thousand euros for the 49% share held by the Port Agency company
FHP Group acquires the remaining 10% stake in Lotras
Milan/Foggia
The integration between Lotras and CFI Intermodal will begin to create FHP Intermodal.
OITAF scientific document on good practices in the logistics and transport of fresh fruit and vegetables
Milan
The Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has joined the PLIKA
Livorno
Platform dedicated to training, innovation and knowledge sharing in the logistics and port sectors
Matteo Paroli's nomination as president of the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has been signed.
Rome
He has a degree in law and a specialization in administrative law.
Container throughput increases in Haropa Port, while bulk cargo decreases.
Le Havre
In the first half of this year, containers were 1.51 million TEUs (+4%)
Bureau Veritas reports a 9.8% quarterly increase in revenues in the Marine & Offshore segment
Courbevoie
Kalmar and Konecranes increase new orders in the April-June quarter
Helsinki
The turnover of the two Finnish companies is slightly increasing
Container traffic in the port of Barcelona fell by 12.2% in the second quarter.
Barcelona
Assiterminal threatens a new wave of appeals against regulations it believes are damaging to port operations
Genoa
2M Logistics signs an agreement with Salerno-based Gallozzi
Barendrecht
The Dutch company will represent GF Logistics, a subsidiary of the Italian group, in the Benelux region.
Swiss company Kuehne+Nagel's quarterly profits fell
Schindellegi
In the period April-June of this year, net turnover grew by +1.7%
Yang Ming orders three 8,000 TEU container ships from Nihon Shipyard and Imabari Shipbuilding
Keelung/Imabari
Contract valued at $351.3-394.5 million
Italia Nostra reiterates its strong concerns about the construction of the Fiumicino-Isola Sacra port.
Rome
European maritime cities, destinations for cruise tourism - the association highlights - denounce the phenomenon of over-tourism in the cruise sector
Egypt's first automotive terminal has come into operation at Port Said East.
East Port Said
It can accommodate two car carriers at the same time
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Tepsa has acquired a liquid bulk terminal in the port of Rotterdam.
Singapore/Rotterdam
It was sold by Global Energy Storage Holdings
The Spinelli Group has approved its 2024 sustainability report.
Genoa
Of the company's 616 direct employees, 49% are under the age of 50.
In the second quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by +1.6%
Ankara
Cargoes to and from Italy amounted to 12.7 million tons (+10.1%)
Extension of the Simplified Logistics Zone for Genoa Ports and Dry Ports to the Savona, Vado Ligure, and Bergeggi areas.
Genoa
Approval from the ZLS Steering Committee
Isotta Fraschini Motori has inaugurated a new production line for hydrogen fuel cell systems in Bari.
Trieste
They will be used for naval and land solutions
The Grande Shanghai , the Grimaldi Group's first ammonia-ready car carrier, has been christened.
Naples
It has a load capacity of 9,000 CEUs.
The Port of Genoa, FILT, and UILT have declared a five-day strike at the Bettolo Terminal.
Genoa
Fit Cisl Liguria expressed solidarity with the workers
The tender for the dredging of the commercial dock basin at the port of Ancona has been published.
Ancona
The removal of approximately 730 thousand cubic meters of sediment is planned
Tender for the restoration and enhancement of docks 32 and 33 in the Deep Sea Zone of the port of Savona
Genoa
An investment of over 6.7 million euros is expected
There are 1,100 workers in Palermo directly employed in the seaside tourism sector
Palermo
This year, cruise traffic is expected to grow by 9.4% in the port of the Sicilian capital.
Six-month growth of +9% in freight on the St. Petersburg-India/China maritime route
Fly
FESCO operates six vessels in the service
Port of Trieste: Special Commissioner Gurrieri under investigation for money laundering
Trieste
I am certain - he declared - that I can demonstrate that I acted legally, in full transparency.
Vard signs new contract for the construction of two CSOVs
Trieste
The vessels will be used to support operations in the offshore wind sector
UIR welcomes the publication of the tender for the digitalization of the logistics chain.
Rome
Di Caterina (ALIS): a concrete tool that enhances the needs of businesses and strengthens the logistics system
GNV celebrated its first ten years of activity on the Italy-Albania route
Durres
During the period, the company's ships carried over 1.25 million passengers
A shipment of over 1.2 tons of marijuana was seized at the port of Gioia Tauro.
Reggio Calabria/Catanzaro
Members of a criminal organization that imported drugs from South America through European ports and airports have been arrested.
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean to build seven 15,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Walden to sell healthcare logistics business to Yusen Logistics
Paris
Exclusive negotiations announced
Solinas (Sardinian Action Party) is not at all satisfied with the state of Sardinian ports
Cagliari
The immediate establishment of a special commission is urged
ANSI welcomes the introduction of the information dashboard for managing private procurement contracts in logistics.
Rome
D'Angelo: it will allow the country to take another step forward
Russo (Confcommercio): excluding road transport from the PNRR funding was shortsighted.
Rome
First bulletin from the Freight Insights Observatory produced by the National Center for Sustainable Mobility
ABB Group posts sharp growth in quarterly financial and business performance
Zurich
In the period April-June the value of new orders grew by +16.0%
Informal consultations have begun on the preliminary proposal for the new Ancona Port Master Plan.
Ancona
Eleven meetings scheduled for July
Program agreement for preparatory and functional interventions for the construction of the bridge over the Strait of Messina
Rome
It was signed today in Rome
Project to develop an ecological station for the treatment of wastewater from ships
Naples
Initiative of the Neapolitan Group of the Cenere and Iello Landing
Assiterminal urges against bringing sediment from the Bagnoli dredging project into the port of Naples.
Genoa
Cognolato and Ferrari: It is essential to safeguard the full functionality of the commercial port's activities.
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach fell 3.4% in the second quarter.
Long Beach
A decline of -16.4% was recorded in June
Paolo Pessina has been appointed vice president of Conftrasporto-Confcommercio.
Rome
He is president of the national federation of maritime agents and brokers
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong decreased by -8.2% in the second quarter
Hong Kong
A decrease of -13.7% was recorded in June
Cuneo-based logistics company Nord Ovest is seeing growing financial results.
Wedge
Construction work on a new depot in Mondovì will be completed in early 2026.
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles grows driven by fears of new tariffs
Los Angeles
June saw the highest volume ever recorded for this month
The Management Committee of the Sardinia Sea Port Authority has adopted the DPSS
Cagliari
Green light for the concession to MITO and the appeal against the rejection of Olbia's dredging project.
Three events in Genoa for three new Explora Journeys cruise ships.
Genoa
A technical launch, a coin laying and the cutting of the first sheet metal were carried out at the Fincantieri shipyard
Grimaldi sells 5% of Terminal Darsena Toscana to Livorno Port Company
Naples/Livorno
Option to purchase an additional 5% of the share capital
Concession agreement signed that assigns management of the port of Tartous to DP World
Damascus
It has a lifespan of 30 years
Matteo Gasparato appointed president of the Northern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Rome
He was appointed extraordinary commissioner of the same port authority
Meeting in Rome between the heads of ESPO and Assoporti
Rome
Among the topics addressed, the competitiveness of European ports in the current global context
Chinese airline OOCL reports quarterly decline in scheduled service revenues
Hong Kong
Cargo transported by the company's ships is increasing
Collaboration between the Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority and the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority
Rome
Agreement with an initial duration of five years
Survey in Germany on the prospects of companies in the maritime, port and shipbuilding sectors
Hamburg
Shipowners are more concerned. Positive prospects for ports and shipyards.
Port of Augusta: Work begins on a third bridge connecting the island to the mainland.
Augusta
Work worth over 20 million euros
Vard signs contract with InkFish for new research vessel
Trieste
The deal is worth more than 200 million euros.
1.1 billion euros will be invested in the port of Hamburg to strengthen the container sector
Hamburg
Improving accessibility and port infrastructure in the Waltershofer Hafen area
Meyer Turku delivered the new Star of the Seas cruise ship to Royal Caribbean
Turku
It has a gross tonnage of 250,800 tons
ESPO calls for increased funding for ports under the next EU Multiannual Financial Framework
Brussels
The CEF programme funds have proven to be far from sufficient
Fincantieri delivers the new Oceania Allura cruise ship to Oceania Cruises.
Miami/Trieste
Two additional Sonata-class ships have been converted into orders.
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
Confindustria event on the sea economy in Rome on July 15th
Rome
The public meeting of the International Containers Studies Center will be held in Genoa on July 2nd
Genoa
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Why Malta is objecting to a new price cap on Russian oil
(timesofmalta.com)
US has its eye on Greek ports
(Kathimerini)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Uniport: Bringing debris from Bagnoli to the port of Naples would postpone long-awaited dredging.
Rome
Legora de Feo: It's necessary to find alternative solutions.
Taiwanese companies Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenues.
Keelung/Taipei
In the period April-June it fell by -18.7%, -26.5% and -8.6% respectively
The establishment of the Information Dashboard for the management of private procurement contracts in logistics has been approved.
In May, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +1.4%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
EU approves joint purchase of port equipment by terminal operators
Brussels
Joint definition of minimum technical specifications of equipment is also permitted
Serbian energy group EPS will import coal through the Montenegrin port of Bar
Bar
Currently imports from Indonesia pass through the port of Constanta
Fincantieri Foundation and Luiss University launch a project to strengthen the safety of underwater infrastructure.
Trieste
Among the objectives, contribute to the definition of a specific regulatory framework
Freewheeling: The government's U-turn on anti-mafia controls in the road haulage sector is a welcome development.
Modena
Franchini: If the government has realized it made a mistake, that's good news.
Agostinelli (AdSP Tirreno Meridionale e Ionio): the amendment that allows for the early transformation of the Gioia Tauro Port Agency is extremely important.
Confindustria's event on the maritime economy will take place in Rome on July 15th.
Rome
The confederation's strategic document on the sector will be presented
Kerala seeks $1.1 billion from MSC in damages over MSC Elsa 3 sinking
Thiruvananthapuram
Temporary detention of the vessel "MSC Akuteta II" granted
Trasportounito requests the cancellation of the renewal procedure of the Central Committee of the Register of Hauliers
Rome
New seizure of a load of cocaine in the port of Gioia Tauro
Reggio Calabria
16 bags containing 417 kilos of drugs were found in a container
MOL and Kinetics to build world's first floating data center
Tokyo
It will be installed on a vessel of 9,731 gross tonnage
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