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Exim India web site
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
  • Polaris Logistics Park secures ISO certifications, strengthening its commitment to Quality, Safety and Innovation
  • Ashwini Kumar, IAS, is the Principal Secretary, Ports & Transport Department, Government of Gujarat
  • Cargo volumes at ports seeing surge
  • Changes in the system to request for Provisional assessment of bills of entry by Importers
  • Adherence to updated and amended IMDG Code urged
  • US, China trade war seen benefiting India's exports
  • India becoming a global auto export hub
  • Railways' mission to achieve 3,000 mt of cargo on track, says Minister
  • Titagarh Rail plans foray into shipbuilding, maritime trade
  • Capacity augmentation at Major Ports a continuous process: Minister
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  • Container vessel directly connecting Port Klang calls VOC Port terminal
  • New Mangalore Port fully solar powered

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International Transport Journal web site
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
  • Deugro opens second Houston office
  • E-trucks added to food transport fleet
  • A GSSA goes back to school
  • Vedat new SmartSea CTO
  • First trans-Atlantic service by Gemini Cooperation
  • Switzerland to allow automated driving
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  • Partnership for more sustainable logistics

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The Loadstar web site
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
  • Chaos swirls in wake of Trump de minimis move
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  • 'Kuehne + Nagel must poach rivals' key staff'
  • 'Everyone must be onboard' if IATA's OneRecord is to work
  • DSV hits back in 'bait and switch' case, claiming deal was not legally binding
  • Do the alliance (re)shuffle - pricing vs schedules
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  • Robert van de Weg flies west to head Mexican carrier Mas

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Marine Log web site
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
  • VIDEO: Innovative Aikido floating wind solution gains ABS statement of maturity
    San Francisco-based Aikido Technologies, one of the winners of Phase One of the U.S. Department of Energies FLOWIN prize, has now gained a statement of maturity from ABS for its innovative floating
  • Fincantieri firms up NCL's order for its four largest ships yet
    Fincantieri reports that the letter of intent that it signed with Norwegian Cruise Lines Holdings (NCLH) in April last year (see earlier story) has been transformed into a firm

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Container News web site
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
  • CMA CGM AIR CARGO joins Cargo.one for instant digital bookings
    Cargo.one, a digital platform for air freight procurement and sales, has announced that CMA CGM AIR CARGO's global capacity is now available for instant digital booking. As the air logistics arm of the CMA CGM Group offers an extensive network, forwarders in the United States, Germany, France, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Italy can now seamlessly access, quote, and book CMA CGM AIR CARGO service
  • 5 Ways to Enhance Shipping Logistics with Cost-Effective Strategies
    Efficient shipping logistics keep businesses competitive, but cost concerns can make it challenging. However, simple and practical strategies do exist to cut expenses without sacrificing quality or speed. Explore five methods to enhance your shipping logistics processes while staying budget-conscious. 1. Leverage Route Optimization Tools for Efficiency Efficient routes save fuel, time, and labor
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    A term paper isn't just another task to check off your to-do list. It's a way to demonstrate the knowledge and research skills you have picked up during the term. Still, many students struggle with this kind of project because of packed schedules, hectic lifestyles, and too many assignments to complete. Whether you are starting your term paper from scratch or trying to wrap up a half-finished dra
  • BRICS countries show strong growth in maritime connectivity amid global trade shifts
    As the world leans towards protectionism and potential trade wars, the BRICS nations are showing a strong upward trajectory in improving their maritime connectivity.
  • MSC expands melon export routes from Africa to West Med
    As the melon season begins in Senegal and Mauritania, MSC is enhancing its standalone Spain to/from Mauritania and Senegal service to support the export of this commodity throughout the season. The updated service now includes an exclusive and direct call to Sète in France, catering to the French and Italian markets, along with a direct call to Valencia in Spain to serve the Spanish market. With
  • Polaris Autoliners introduces new intra-Europe RoRo service
    Polaris Autoliners, a UK-based specialist in the Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) sector, is expanding its European network with a new weekly RoRo service from the port of Bremerhaven in Germany to Norway. The new route includes direct calls at the Norwegian ports of Oslo and Drammen. "Norway is a strategically important market for international vehicle transport, particularly as one of the world's leadin
  • Port of Hamburg receives first all-electric container stacker
    Hamburg's C. Steinweg (Süd-West Terminal) is advancing the decarbonization of its handling processes by integrating a fully electric reach stacker from SANY MARINE into its operations. According to the manufacturer, this full-container reachstacker is powered by a 422 kWh lithium ferrophosphate (LFP) battery. These batteries are not only maintenance-free and durable but also more environmentally
  • Long Beach sets new annual container volume record
    Port of Long Beach (POLB) ended 2024 with 9,649,724 TEUs processed, up 20.3% from a year earlier and a 2.8% increase from the previous record of more than 9.3 million TEUs moved in 2021. Imports rose 24.3% to 4,729,552 TEUs and exports declined 5.9% to 1,207,036 TEUs compared to 2023. At the same time, empty containers moving through the Californian port were up 26.6% to 3,713,137 TEUs. POLB clos
  • MICT boosts container capacity and improves efficiency
    Manila International Container Terminal (MICT), the flagship operation of International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) and one of the Philippines' largest and most advanced container terminals, continues to enhance capacity and efficiency through infrastructure upgrades, equipment modernization, and digital innovations. To accommodate growing demand, MICT is constructing Berth 8, design
  • Trump's Tariff Gamble: Push for Trade Control, More Nations at Risk
    Trump's proposed tariffs represent an aggressive trade strategy, potentially designed to pressure major players in the global shipping industry.
  • Yokohama Unveils FY2025 Port and Harbor Budget
    The city of Yokohama's Port and Harbor Bureau has outlined a fiscal 2025 (April 2025-March 2026) budget draft, allocating a general account of US$102 million. This marks an 11.3% decrease (or US$13 million) from the previous fiscal year's budget, primarily due to reduced expenses for the national redevelopment project at Honmoku Pier D5 Container Terminal and the construction of a boarding bridge
  • Gemini partners reposition their fleets
    Maersk Line and Hapag-Lloyd are reshuffling their container vessels as both operators launched Gemini Cooperation on 1 February.
  • DP World Southampton handles first Gemini vessel
    DP World Southampton has received its first ship arrival under the Gemini Cooperation agreement announced in November last year. The 2014-built boxship Leonidio docked at the Southampton logistics hub on 3 February as part of its first rotation on the Gemini Transatlantic AL1/AT3 service, and will continue at the ports of Rotterdam, Hamburg, and Wilhelmshaven in Northern Europe before crossing th
  • How Render Farms Optimize 3D Visualization in Modern Shipping and Logistics
    The Growing Role of 3D Visualization in Shipping The shipping and logistics industry has become increasingly reliant on 3D visualization to enhance efficiency, safety, and innovation. Whether designing new container prototypes, simulating port operations, or planning large-scale logistics workflows, 3D rendering has transformed how companies approach problem-solving and decision-making. However,
  • Consolidated Chassis Management appoints new Senior Director of Sales
    Consolidated Chassis Management (CCM), a provider of intermodal equipment leasing and management solutions, announced the appointment of Emily Dunn as Senior Director of Sales, effective immediately. In her new role, Dunn will play a key role in shaping strategic sales initiatives and strengthening customer relationships. With a strong background in business development, operations, and finance,
  • CMA CGM reshapes Med Pendulum Service
    CMA CGM - Short Sea Lines Division announced the reshuffling of its intra-Mediterranean service MPS, set to take effect in early March 2025. This weekly service, commencing in Salerno (Italy) westbound during the tenth week of the year, aims to enhance connectivity within the Mediterranean market by providing a maritime bridge between the Eastern Mediterranean, Western Mediterranean, Morocco, and
  • Top Fleet Management Challenges and Their Solutions
    Do you want to keep a fleet running smoothly? Let me tell you, it's no small task. If you're a fleet manager, you already know the challenges: tight budgets, low

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Splash web site
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
  • EuroDry sells veteran bulker for scrap
    Nasdaq-listed Greek dry bulk owner EuroDry has offloaded its oldest vessel for demolition. The Aristides Pittas-led company is sending its 2000-built 75,100 dwt Tasos to a demo yard in Bangladesh for about $5m. The vessel, picked up by an undisclosed cash buyer, will be delivered between mid-February and mid-March 2025 after it comes off its ...
  • Integrated Wind Solutions gets first deal for brand new CSOV
    Commissioning service operation vessel owner Integrated Wind Solutions (IWS) has secured a new contract for the charter of one of its vessels. The contract was won by the company's wholly-owned subsidiary IWS Fleet. The deal is for the IWS Starwalker CSOV and will last a fixed nine months. The charter also has a three-month extension option. ...
  • Costamare reveals fresh bulker sale with panamax deal
    Greek owner Costamare is shipping out one of its oldest bulkers as renewal of the owned fleet presses ahead. The New York-listed company has revealed the sale of its 2008-built panamax Rose with an expected exit from the fleet in the first or second quarter. The 76,619 dwt ship is the second-oldest Costamare bulker after ...
  • Seamec wins $57m DSV charter
    Indian offshore vessel operator Seamec has secured a long-term charter from Saudi-based Safeen Al Behar for the dive support vessel Seamec Swordfish. The 2007-built DSV has been fixed for 730 days in a deal worth $57.4m. The charter with extension options attached, will see the vessel utilised in Saudi and UAE waters from March. Mumbai-based ...
  • Well-Safe Solutions adds to Dutch North Sea backlog
    Decommissioning specialists Well-Safe Solutions has secured more work for Eni across its assets in the Dutch sector of the North Sea. The Italian energy major has recently exercised another 90-day option for the Well-Safe Protector jackup under a newly agreed contract amendment. The work on subsea and platform wells is to be executed in direct ...
  • Hapag-Lloyd bags funding for 24 newbuilds
    Germany's Hapag-Lloyd has lined up financing for its 24-ship newbuilding spree signed off last year. The Hamburg-based global carrier said the financing consists of four parts. Around $900 will be financed using the company's own funds, $500m using bilateral mortgage loans from two banks, $1.8bn will be financed via three leasing structures, and $1.1bn through ...
  • Probe reveals more than $6bn in shadow fleet deals
    European and American shipowners have pocketed at least $6.3bn from selling hundreds of ageing tankers on to shell companies, from where they make their way into the shadow fleet, a new probe carried out by the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) and investigative journalists from Follow the Money has revealed. The report tracks ...
  • BP and EnBW tap Interocean for offshore wind farm work
    Offshore support services provider Interocean Marine Services has won a three-year contract to provide marine vetting and assurance to the Morgan, Mona, and Morven offshore wind projects. The three projects are being developed under a joint venture between energy giant BP and Energie Württemberg (EnBW). Morgan and Mona are located in the Irish Sea approximately ...
  • Accident investigation calls for greater use of pilots in Gibraltar
    More pilot use is recommended in Gibraltar, according to a new accident report surrounding one of the most high-profile casualties to hit the British overseas territory in recent years. On August 29 2022, the OS35 bulk carrier was departing the Bay of Gibraltar anchorage and collided with the LNG carrier Adam LNG. The impact caused ...
  • New Jersey cancels fourth offshore wind solicitation after bidders drop out
    The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) has pulled the plug on the state's fourth offshore wind solicitation due to the withdrawal of prospective bidders and Shell freezing its involvement with the Atlantic Shores offshore wind project. There were three initial bidders in the fourth solicitation with two withdrawing and only Atlantic Shores submitted ...
  • Flex LNG eyes Oslo Stock Exchange exit
    Flex LNG has set out to leave the Oslo Stock Exchange in favour of listing its shares solely in the US. The Øystein Kalleklev-led company, backed by John Fredriksen, plans to present its plan for voluntary delisting from Oslo in May. Flex, which also trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), said the move ...
  • Time runs out for Chronos as a shipowner with sale of last kamsarmax
    More than 50 years in shipping is ending as Greek kamsarmax specialist Chronos Shipping is letting go of its last ship, the 2012-built, 81,000 dwt Patra, built at Japan Marine United. The bulker is noted to have been sold by several brokers who tie a price tag of just under $16m to the deal. Last week, the Greek owner reportedly ...
  • US container imbalance worsens despite tariffs
    Amid escalating tensions in an ongoing trade dispute, the anticipated conversation between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping was scrapped yesterday and has yet to be rescheduled. A tariff tit-for-tat has got underway between the world's two largest economies with the US putting a blanket 10% levy on all Chinese imports, and ...
  • Construction starts on 'cat-flap' barge access at France's largest container port
    Construction is underway on an ambitious engineering project dubbed the cat-flap to give barge access to Le Havre's outer port. The $203m construction consists of a 1,800 m channel which will soon be dredged and will link the outer Port 2000 with the historical inner port from where inland vessels can reach the Seine River ...
  • CMA CGM adds five ships
    CMA CGM has purchased four 2016-2017-built ice-class wide beam container vessels from Delphis, the container shipping arm of Antwerp-based Comp

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Lloyd's List web site
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
  • Trump pressure on Iran positive for VLCC rates but with lag effect
    The newly announced Trump policy targeting Iranian crude flows sounds very positive for VLCC rates. But unlike in the old...
  • What a second round of 'maximum pressure' Iran sanctions means for shipping
    A 'maximum pressure' campaign by the Trump administration is very likely to make the logistics of Iranian imports into China...
  • Alfa Laval buys anti-fouling system maker NRG Marine
    Alfa Laval has bought UK-based NRG Marine, which makes ultrasonic anti-fouling systems for boats, as its marine division continues to...
  • Transport sector calls on EU to safeguard funding
    European transport groups pen open letter to EU member states calling on support for 'a dedicated European transport funding instrument'...
  • Protectionism will have 'direct impact' on marine insurers, argues IUMI
    Remarks not aimed at any specific government, cargo committee chair insists
  • Pilot would have prevented Gibraltar collision, report finds
    An accident report by the Gibraltar Maritime Administration has suggested that pilotage become compulsory for departures from Gibraltar, as it...
  • Logistics firm GLS fined €8m for greenwashing in Italy
    The Italian Competition Authority has fined General Logistics Systems for alleged unfair commercial practices over its 'Climate Protect' scheme
  • Costamare clinches slew of boxship deals taking backlog to $2.4bn
    Liquidity stands at $940m despite last year's bond repayment and redemption of preferred stock
  • Containership charter rates set to fall as liner alliances conclude restructuring
    Heavy newbuilding deliveries in 2025 and freight markets turbulence are likely to weight on charter rates
  • Chinese carrier's historic suit against Amazon faces uncertain prospects of success
    Retail behemoth Amazon is hit with a record compensation claim from CULines for violations of contract inked during the pandemic
  • Piracy watchdog warns of January spike in Singapore Strait sea robbery incidents
    All 11 incidents took place in close proximity to each other on board ships while transiting the Phillip Channel. Also...
  • The Daily View: Small-scale disruption
    Your latest edition of Lloyd's List's Daily View - the essential briefing on the stories shaping shipping
  • Wärtsilä's record orderbook drives growth
    The four-stroke specialist said it expected shipbuilding demand to remain high into 2025 compared to 2024
  • US reimposes 'maximum pressure' sanctions on Iran
    Iran's maximum pressure 2.0 sanctions policy will require shipping, insurance, and port operators to adhere to new guidance and promises...
  • Daily Briefing
    Chinese retaliatory tariffs could harm dry bulk tonne-miles | Trump tariff workarounds will lessen impact of trade war escalation |...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
  • Shippers want more visibility data than terminals are providing: survey
    A new report from software vendor Kaleris has found that terminal operators around the globe believe they are providing better visibility data than shippers say are they receiving.
  • 'Strategic' sailing cuts offset switch to new Asia-Europe networks: eeSea
    The disruption to the Asia-Europe trade lane is expected to be limited as the transition from old services to the new alliances is being made during the traditionally slow post-Lunar New Year period.
  • Project cargo sector disadvantaged by lag in AI adoption
    Unstructured data, security concerns and value questions are holding back the progression of technology in the breakbulk industry.
  • Marine insurer group greenlights streamlined eBL vendor approval process
    Regulatory uncertainty around the allowance of digital trade documents is one factor that has slowed the adoption of electronic bills of lading in the shipping industry.
  • ONE launches domestic repositioning program on inland loads to West Coast
    The ocean carrier is diving into domestic intermodal logistics for shippers sending freight from inland markets to the West

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TradeWinds web site
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
  • 'It's an outrage': Seafarer abandonment figures are bad and getting worse
    Levels in 2025 could outstrip those of 2024, says outraged ITF
  • DHT Holdings reports in-line earnings and rising rates in the new year
    VLCC owner expects any changes in trade flows on geopolitical basis to be 'constructive'
  • Shock, awe and negotiate: The Donald Trump trade manifesto
    The biggest tariffs on international trade are threatened by the US president but are yet to land. Let's keep it that way
  • Costamare bulker platform CBI to adopt more conservative stance
    Greek outfit says its chartering venture will take a 'balanced approach' going forward
  • Maersk deploys cash pile for $2bn share buyback as AP Moller Foundation sells direct stake
    Foundation will still hold major stake in container giant through AP Moller Holding
  • ADM and Bunge's profits slip on US policy and trade uncertainties
    Agricultural traders' outlook as unclear as biofuel plans
  • John Fredriksen's SFL awarded $48m in Seadrill rig redelivery dispute
    New York-listed outfit to 'carefully review' ruling as appeals date approaches
  • Crews in crisis: Research reveals 100-hour weeks and no days off
    World Maritime University figures paint a shocking picture of a workforce exploited by owners and managers
  • Capesize bulkers enter a new era as bauxite overtakes coal. What next for freight markets?
    Analysts expect South Atlantic market to become 'more industrial'
  • UK Chamber issues accolade for promoting maritime career in young people
    Industry holds 'wealth of opportunities' for youth, says award winner
  • UK's top court to rule on deadly container ship explosion
    Hearing over blast on MSC Flaminia in 2012 follows years of legal wrangling over disaster that killed three
  • Europe will support strong green ambitions at IMO with doubts over US position, says EMSA boss
    European Maritime Safety Agency highlights need to support green tech development
  • Iran says US sanctions don't work amid surging January exports
    Tehran says it 'will not sit idly by' while Washington threatens with 'maximum pressure'
  • Dark fleet scrapping speculation spikes after Donald Trump hint at Iran dea
    Many in the market have hoped stricter sanctions could sideline below-board vessels
  • Cleaves Securities to appeal ruling that cash must be returned to joint venture with Joakim Hannisdahl
    Oslo court ordered repayment of $400,000 to Cleaves Fund Management
  • Exmar awaits bonus from Eni as mini FLNG unit exceeds guaranteed production
    Republic of Congo-based floater gets into its stride
  • Dark fleet ships anchoring in Danish waters to face greater scrutiny
    While not singled out by name, authorities in Copenhagen raise concerns about mariner and environmental safety
  • Navig8 expands tanker pool in deal for two modern MR ships
    UK operator announces new additions following takeover by Adnoc Logistics & Services
  • US owner Noble scrapping drillships worth $440m for huge discount
    Houston company cuts its losses on vessels moved into cold layup last year
  • Costamare locks in charters worth $330m as year ends on a high
    But effects of Red Sea normalisation could 'distort supply-demand dynamics' ahead
  • Baltic Exchange moves into chemical tanker market with new route assessments
    Aim is to meet evolving needs of a complex freight sector, boss Mark Jackson says
  • Union Maritime fixes tanker newbuilding to Shell for five years
    Broker Braemar says owners and charterers remain too far apart on VLCC rate ideas
  • Trump tariff moves are just the beginning as US adopts 'more expansive' use of trade weapon
    UK and EU and bigger tariffs could come later amid 'significant shift' in US trade policy
  • P&O Maritime's Kris Vedat joins start-up SmartSea as tech chief
    IT expert bolsters team of company aiming to create common interface for shipping, ports and aviation
  • Arctic Securities sees owners buying shipping bonds in hot Nordic market
    Good returns and high credit quality attract investors
  • Chinese owner orderbook tops $123bn, says Veson Nautical
    Rising demand backed by steep raw material costs and limited shipyard slots
  • ExxonMobil poised to dive into LNG bunker vessels sector
    Energy major appears to be ramping up its intent towards 'skyrocketing' sector
  • ExxonMobil hunts down LNG bunker vessel newbuilding berths
    Energy major appears to be ramping up its intent towards 'skyrocketing' sector
  • Dry cargo researchers see wins and slight losses for bulker owners as US and China talk tariffs
    Consensus is that trade war won't be as dramatic for dry bulk this time
  • Catastrophic collision sparks Gibraltar calls for compulsory pilotage
    Accident report says pilot would likely have avoided OS 35 master's navigational error
  • Erasmus Shipinvest sets up new container division in diversification play
    John Su-led operator makes move upon taking delivery of its first multipurpose ship
  • Vitol comes under fire for forecast of unchanged oil demand by 2040
    Trader and shipowner releases first oil demand report, but one analyst takes issue with it
  • Hapag-Lloyd fixes green financing for $4bn order of 24 container ships
    German line says package has four components, including leasing structures
  • Elderly steam turbine LNG carrier completes unprecedented reflagging into US fleet
    Vessel also undergoes a name change as it is linked to major charterer
  • Tech giant Wartsila's profit jumps after busier shipping markets propel demand
    Finnish marine group said newbuilding interest and longer routes boosted demand for its services last year
  • Alfa Laval buys ultrasonic biofouling expert NRG Marine
    Acquisition as shipping and rule makers focus on biofouling to stop invasive species and improve fuel efficiency
  • Christen Sveaas-backed offshore venture scraps Oslo bond issue
    Three Norwegian banks had been working on a five-year deal for Sea1 Offshore
  • Tanker stocks rally after Trump reimposes 'maximum pressure' on Iran oil exports
    Arctic Securities believes China will cooperate with the US on Iran exports
  • Donald Trump threatens to 'drive Iran's oil exports to zero'
    President says he won't use new measures if Tehran enters talks on nuclear activities and Middle East peace
  • Joakim Hannisdahl wins compensation case after acrimonious split with Cleaves Securities
    Norwegian investment bank must now pay former head of asset management $400,000
  • James Fisher sells product tanker as annual profit beats expectations
    UK owner offloaded one of its older vessels into Indonesia
  • Hapag-Lloyd fixes green financing for $4bn order of 24 container ships
    German line says package has four components, including leasing structures
  • Stainless Tankers sees profit drop ahead of twin ship sale
    Oslo-listed chemical tanker owner nearing completion of two vessel sales
  • Uni-Fuels US IPO raises further $1.26m, drumming up $9.7m in total
    The Singapore-based bunker trader initially raised $8.4m
  • No change for now in Red Sea high-risk areas, say insurers
    Threat of renewed Houthi attacks means shipowners remain wary of any return
  • DNB shipping loan book rises in fourth quarter as fee income grows
    Norwegian bank sees 'good activity in most industries'
  • Asyad Shipping targets additional 30 ships in $2.7bn expansion drive
    IPO and bank funds will go on tankers, gas carriers and other vessels
  • Uni-Fuels US IPO raises further $1.26m, drumming up $9.66m in total
    The Singapore-based bunker trader initially raised $8.4m
  • Aristides Pittas-linked shipowner sells vintage bulker for recycling
    Panamax sells for higher than market value as ship recyclers at Chittagong struggle to attract large ships
  • Vietnamese owner said to have exited tanker sector with latest cut-price VLCC sale
    Brokers report 2005-built vessel going for much less than current valuations
  • Sea robberies surge in Singapore Strait
    Triple the number of attacks so far this year compared to same period of 2024, says ReCAAP

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American Shipper web site
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
  • Canada's Purolator buys Livingston to boost cross-border trade capacity
    Integrated parcel carrier Purolator has become even more integrated with the addition of customs broker Livingston International.
  • US Postal Service begins accepting parcels from China again
    The U.S. Postal Service has reversed its decision to stop receiving parcels from China and Hong Kong.
  • United Airlines leverages small freighter for Puerto Rico pharma exports
    United Airlines has purchased all the capacity on a northbound cargo service from Puerto Rico to Chicago operated by Global Crossing Airlines to enable faster, more efficient delivery for pharmaceutical customers.
  • US Postal Service places embargo on parcels from China
    The U.S. Postal Service has stopped accepting parcels from China and Hong Kong.

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Ahead of the election, Australia is arguing over who will oust China's Landbridge from the Port of Darwin
Darwin/Strathpine
Assurances to this effect were given by both Prime Minister Albanese and opposition leader Dutton.
US tariffs will cause a four percentage point reduction in the expected volume of world trade
Geneva
The World Trade Organization believes so
84% of new constructions ordered by the Italian navy will be built in China
Rome
Analysis by the Confitarma Study Center on the possible impacts of US duties on the national shipping industry
GNV ships will call at Algerian ports for the first time
Genoa
In summer, the weekly connections Sète-Algiers and Sète-Bejaia will be activated
Boluda Towage and Marsa Maroc to operate towage services in the new port of Nador West Med
Valencia
Denton (ICC): Trump's tariffs pose a crucial challenge to rules-based trade governance
Denton (ICC): Trump's tariffs pose a crucial challenge to rules-based trade governance
Paris
Rather, he stressed, multilateral solutions are needed to resolve the long-standing inefficiencies and inequalities in the global trading system.
Guerrieri appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Leghorn
The mandate granted by MIT has no expiration date
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
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
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
Hong Kong
Almost 3.6 million containers sold (+372%). Record revenues
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AAL Shipping sceglie il sistema di consulenza marina di ABB per ottimizzare la flotta Super B-Class
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
In the last quarter of 2024, container traffic alone increased in French ports
Paris
In the whole year, containers amounted to over 5.3 million TEU (+11.5%)
Carnival Sets New Low Season Quarter Records December-February
Carnival Sets New Low Season Quarter Records December-February
Miami
Positive outlook for the remainder of the 2025 financial year
Rail Losing Ground in Transalpine Freight Traffic Through Switzerland
Bern
In 2024, trains transported 25.7 million tons of cargo (-3.7%)
CK Hutchison's Port Division revenues grew by 10.8% last year
Hong Kong
In 2024, Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane recorded a net loss of -208 million euros
Rome
Revenues up by +11.7%. The group's freight transported increased thanks to the acquisition of Exploris
Port of Genoa, Ente Bacini requests new spaces and renewal of the concession
Genoa
Conference to celebrate the centenary of the company
The public meeting of the Italian Port Terminal Operators Association will be held in Rome on June 19th
Genoa
VARD to build offshore dive vessel for Dong Fang Offshore
Alesund/Trieste
The contract is worth 113.5 million euros
Next week Italian ports will participate in Seatrade Cruise Global
Rome
Initiative brand: "CruiseItaly - One Country, Many Destinations"
MSC Group Cruise Terminal Officially Inaugurated in the Port of Barcelona
Barcelona
In 2027 it will be equipped with a cold ironing plant
Marcegaglia and Nova Marine Carriers form NovaMar Logistic joint venture
Lugano/Gazoldo of the Ippoliti
A general cargo ship will transport raw materials to the steel group's plants
Liebherr achieves record annual sales in the maritime and port crane segment
Bulls
Strong demand for offshore and container handling equipment
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
Last year, 656 ships underwent repair work in Greece
Piraeus
Increase of five units compared to 2023
Port of La Spezia, cruise ship docking simulations completed at Garibaldi West pier
The Spice
Assagenti conference on the future of the profession of maritime agent and broker
Genoa
It will be held tomorrow in Genoa
Francesco Beltrano is the new general secretary of Uniport
Rome
He takes over from Paolo Ferrandino, who will continue to collaborate as a consultant
Stena Line presents a project for a ro-ro vessel capable of reducing energy consumption by at least 20%
Gothenburg
Introduced most of the innovative technologies currently available
Saipem awarded new contracts in Middle East and Guyana
Milan
The total value of the orders is approximately 720 million dollars.
Conference in Genoa for the centenary of Ente Bacini
Genoa
The company was established on 19 February 1925
Interporto Bologna Board of Directors Renewed
Bentivoglio
Stefano Caliandro Appointed President. Loss of 1.7 million euros in 2024
NYK invests 76 billion yen in NYK Energy Ocean Corporation
Tokyo
The newco has taken over the activities of ENEOS Ocean
Decarbonisation of maritime transport will be faster in the EU and the US
DHL Acquires CRYOPDP
Bonn/Nashville
The company provides courier services for clinics and healthcare
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Over a million to the port companies of Livorno and Piombino to acquire green vehicles
Leghorn
The ranking for admission to the PNRR-Next Gen Eu contributions has been published
COSCO Shipping Development Co.'s container sales increased by +204.1% in 2024
Shanghai
The related turnover increased by +124.0%
The call for funding for the purchase of electric vehicles in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado has been published
Genoa
Yang Ming Buys Three New 8,000 TEU Containerships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Construction of a cruise ship for Regent Seven Seas Cruises begins in Marghera
Trieste
Fincantieri will deliver the unit in 2026
Federlogistica establishes operational offices in Spain and Brazil
Genoa
The aim is to go beyond theoretical cooperative relationships
Over a Ton of Cocaine Seized in the Port of Gioia Tauro
Reggio Calabria
If placed on the market it would have generated over 187 million euros
In 2024, the economic results of Interporto Padova reached record values
Padua
Revenues up +17%
Three ceremonies at the Saint-Nazaire shipyard for three new MSC Cruises ships
Geneva
New flagship "MSC World America" delivered
German railway company DB Cargo reduced losses in 2024
Berlin
Revenues down again. -9.0% drop in freight volumes
NovaAlgoma orders second 38,000 dwt cement carrier in China
Lugano
It will be taken over in 2027
Customs agreement between Italy and Brazil to facilitate trade
Brasilia
Mission of the Customs and Monopolies Agency in the South American nation
A team from La Spezia Container Terminal in Rotterdam to test advanced technologies
The Spice
ECT Hutchinson Ports Training Center Visited
The assembly of Genoese freight forwarders on Monday
Genoa
It will be held at the Palazzo della Borsa in Genoa
Assarmatori, in Italy the ferry segment cannot bear the burden of the EU ETS in a very fragile market situation
Brussels
Messina: Protecting shipping from the ideological excesses of the Green Deal
The website of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard has been renewed
Rome
It has become a single digital access point to documents and services
In 2024, inland waterway freight transport in Germany increased by +1.2%
Wiesbaden
The volume, at 173.8 million tonnes, is the second lowest since 1990.
APM Terminals Granted Port of New York - New Jersey Concession Renewal
New York
Contract for a period of 33 years. Investments of 500 million dollars are expected
Experimentation of crane automation has begun at the Interporto Padova terminal
Padua
The interport company awarded the "Industria Felix 2025 Award"
Container traffic in the port of Algeciras fell by -17.0% in February
Algeciras
Both import-export volumes and transhipment are decreasing
New cruise company Crescent Seas has been founded in Miami
Miami
The fleet, initially consisting of one ship from Regent Seven Seas Cruises, will grow to five units within the next five years
In 2024, the volume of vehicles transported by Wallenius Wilhelmsen's fleet decreased by -9.7%
Oslo
Traffic down on almost all global routes
Agreement between Assoporti and Assologistica and the Florida trade, transport and port authorities
Rome
It was signed today
In April a mission in Albania of The International Propeller Clubs - Italy
Genoa
It will take place on the 9th and 10th in Tirana and Durres
COSCO Shipping Ports revenues rose to a record $1.5 billion in 2024 (+3.3%)
Hong Kong
In the fourth quarter alone, a decrease of -3.0%
SO.RI.MA. (FHP group) granted a concession of an area of 125 thousand square meters in the port of Chioggia
Venice
Investments of 11.5 million euros expected over 25 years
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
The public meeting of the Italian Port Terminal Operators Association will be held in Rome on June 19th
Genoa
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Damen Mangalia Unionists Protest Friday Against Possible Closure
(The Romania Journal)
Govt. to woo top ten shipping liners in world for Colombo port expansion
(Daily Mirror)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo
Roma, 18 settembre 2024
››› File
Contship Italia’s intermodal network has been extended to the Gulf Terminal in La Spezia
Melzo
Connections with the inland terminals of Milan, Modena and Padua
Container traffic in the port of Valencia grew by +15.2% last month
Valencia
The overall volume of goods handled increased by +6.8%
The Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority obtains gender equality certification
Leghorn
It is the first Italian port authority to obtain this recognition
Container traffic growth weakens at ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach
Los Angeles/Long Beach
Last month, increases of +2.6% and +13.4% respectively were recorded
Assarmatori, the Italian government's position on the impact of the EU ETS on shipping and ports is good
Rome
Messina: fully understood the risks and distortions of European climate regulation
PSA Italy's Genoa port terminals awarded anti-corruption certification
Genoa
The UNI EN ISO 37001 standard defines the requirements for an effective anti-corruption management system
Assiterminal presents three projects for the sustainable transition of the Italian port sector
Rome
Work completed on docks 33 and 34 of the port of Civitavecchia
Civitavecchia
50,000 square meters of yards prepared
The completion and doubling of the Pontremolese is the dream-nightmare of the La Spezia port community
The Spice
Fontana: Money is not found when enormous resources are channeled into railway lines of dubious utility
Hanwha acquires 9.9% stake in shipbuilding company Austal
Sydney
Investment worth approximately 116 million US dollars
The European fleet is growing but competing fleets are growing at a faster rate
Brussels
Raptis (European Shipowners): investing ETS revenues in clean shipping technologies and fuels
Trasportounito has confirmed the national halt to the transport of goods
Rome
Proclaimed for the duration of five days from March 31st to April 4th
Container traffic in Hong Kong port increased by +9.1% in February
Hong Kong
However, for the second time in the last 25 years, cargo volume was below one million TEU.
Cargo traffic in Greek ports stable in Q3 2024
Piraeus
The increase in volumes transported on domestic routes has offset the decline in traffic with foreign countries
At the Vado Ligure container terminal a 21,000 teu container ship fully loaded
I go to Liguria
The 400-meter-long Cosco Shipping Nebula has landed
UIR proposes a permanent table for the development of intermodality
Verona
The main task is to build a project financing program.
Restructuring plan approved for Spanish company Armas Trasmediterránea
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Creditors' appeal rejected
The decline in cargo traffic at the port of Singapore worsened in February
Singapore
Containerized cargoes amounted to 27.4 million tons (-3.6%)
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