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February 6, 2025

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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
  • No incoming parcels from China, Hong Kong: US
  • You Ask We Answer
  • 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
  • Rhenus Port Logistics appoints executives
  • Approval for M2 drone in Saudi Arabia
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • AGS investing in KGW
  • Wind-assisted ship propulsion gaining momentum
  • 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
  • Maersk paying $100,000 a day to charter scarce post-panamax box ships
  • '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
  • 'Smart' containers could help beat drug smugglers and thieves
  • Tariff exposure round-up - Fedex, UPS, CH Robinson & Expeditors
  • 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
  • TermPaperWriter Review: Is It the Best Term Paper Writing Service?
    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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ESPO: The EU Parliament's Budget Committee's request for more funding for transport, energy and infrastructure is welcome
Brussels
The importance of financing TEN-T networks to enable their adaptation for both military and civilian dual-use purposes was highlighted
Solidarity contribution for the families of port workers who are victims of accidents at work
Rome
It was established by the National Bilateral Port Authority
Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore Division Reports Record Quarterly Revenue
Neuilly-sur-Seine
New historical peak also for the classified fleet
PSA reportedly considering selling its 20% stake in Hutchison Ports
Singapore
This is according to "Reuters", which had already floated this hypothesis at the end of 2022
Federagenti, Italy must give a sharp acceleration to the projects of ZES, free zones and Special Logistics Zones
Rome
Pessina: There is no space for reflections prey to bureaucracy
In the first quarter of this year, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -5.8%.
Rotterdam
Both disembarkation (-3.1%) and embarkation (-11.9%) loads are decreasing
Increase in container cargo is not enough for the port of Antwerp-Bruges to avoid a -4.0% decline in quarterly traffic
Antwerp
The decline in liquid bulk cargoes worsened (-19.1%)
The China Shipowners' Association considers the measures taken by the US against Chinese ships a typical example of unilateralism and protectionism
Beijing/Washington
The WSC reiterates that such measures could undermine American trade, harm U.S. manufacturers, and undermine efforts to strengthen the nation's maritime industry.
COSCO Expresses Strong Opposition to US Planned Taxes on Chinese Ships
Growing share of new entrants in European rail transport sector
Madrid
In 2023, rail freight transport performance decreased by -8%
New Chinese Ship Taxes That Will Only Raise Prices for Americans
Washington
The executive vice president of the US Chamber of Commerce denounced it
Tax amounts set for China-linked vessels arriving at US ports
Washington
Calculated on the basis of net capacity or container volume, they will be applied from October and will be progressively increased
International tender launched to award concession for new Casablanca port shipyard
Casablanca
It is the largest in Africa and has been unused since 2019
Federlogistica, the industry must stop approaching logistics only in terms of costs
Genoa
Falteri: a national control room composed of representatives of the logistics sector and industrial groups is necessary
ABB closes positive first quarter even if revenue growth is lower than expected
Zurich
Wierod: Our consolidated local-for-local approach protects us from the trade war
New global minimum wage deal for seafarers
Geneva
The level will rise to $690 from January 1, 2026 to reach $704 from 2027 and $715 from 2028.
Global trade in goods could fall by -1.5% this year
Geneva
WTO predicts. Okonjo-Iweala: Persistent uncertainty threatens to slow global growth, with serious negative consequences for the world
In 2023, around two-thirds of all goods moved in the EU were transported by sea.
Luxembourg
In the period 2013-2023, only the share of road transport increased, while that of other modes decreased.
Postal shipments of goods from Hong Kong to the US suspended
Hong Kong
Hongkong Post faces exorbitant and unreasonable tariffs due to unjustified and intimidating actions of the United States
Confitarma highlights the need for the decarbonisation strategy not to penalise shipping compared to other modes
Rome
Zanetti: also ensure that the implementation process takes into account the operational needs of the industry
Intercargo and Intertanko raise concerns over shipping decarbonisation deal
London
The complexity of the measure adopted by the IMO and the unusual procedure from which non-governmental organizations were excluded were highlighted
Pirate attacks on ships to spike in first quarter of 2025
Pirate attacks on ships to spike in first quarter of 2025
London
Sharp increase in incidents in the Singapore Straits
Interferry welcomes IMO agreement on decarbonisation of shipping, but finds strategy too complex
Victoria/Piraeus
Greek Shipowners' Association disappointed by failure to recognise essential role of transition fuels such as LNG
International Labour Organization Recognizes Seafarers as Key Workers
London
ITF and ICS: a historic moment
CMA CGM to acquire 35% of Egypt's October Dry Port
Cairo
The company operates a dry port in the industrial and logistics zone near Cairo
MSC Group's TiL to Take Full Control of Hutchison Ports Terminals
New York
Bloomberg reports this, specifying that the Panamanian terminals would be jointly managed with BlackRock
Draft regulation on decarbonisation of shipping approved by MEPC includes mandatory fuel standard and pricing of greenhouse gas emissions
London/Washington/Brussels
The establishment of a Fund to collect resources deriving from the pricing of emissions is foreseen
MIT indicates Matteo Paroli as new president of the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado
Rome/La Spezia
The La Spezia port community also requests a name for the Eastern Liguria Port Authority
Task force of five associations for the relaunch of Italian rail cargo
Rome
Initiative by Agens, Assoferr, Assologistica, Fercargo and Fermerci
Confitarma underlines the importance of the shipping decarbonisation strategy being defined at IMO
Rome
The Italian Confederation specifies that it shares some of the USA's concerns
WSC Reiterates Trump's Measures for National Maritime Industry Are Bad for U.S. Economy
Washington
Kramek: Ready to support the administration with constructive proposals
Fincantieri and Accenture establish joint venture Fincantieri Ingenium
Trieste/Milan
The aim is to drive the digital transformation of the ship product and port logistics
Meyer Werft has delivered the new luxury cruise ship Asuka III to NYK Cruises
Papenburg/Emden
It has a capacity of 744 passengers and 470 crew members
As Trump formalizes measures to revitalize America's maritime industry, the nation's ports face a dramatic decline in traffic
Washington/Geneva
Okonjo-Iweala (WTO): With the escalation of trade tensions between the US and China, the exchange of goods between the two economies could decrease up to 80%
CK Hutchison denies allegations of breach of concession contract for Panamanian ports of Cristóbal and Balboa
Panama
Panama Ports Company emphasizes that it has complied with all legal obligations and contractual commitments
US Does Not Participate in IMO Negotiations on Shipping Decarbonization, Threatens Reciprocal Measures
London
Expressed opposition to any attempt to impose economic measures on ships based on greenhouse gas emissions or fuel choice
T&E urges MEPC to agree clear and ambitious measures to decarbonise shipping
Brussels
It is necessary - the association underlines - to set binding objectives
Meyer Yachts will build an ultra-luxury residential mega yacht for Ulyssia Residences
Miami
The ship will be 320 meters long and will be built at the Papenburg shipyard
Le Aziende informano
Il retrofit ibrido-elettrico di ABB guida i traghetti dei laghi italiani verso un futuro più sostenibile
Neapolitan Grimaldi Group wins $1.3 billion order for nine ro-pax ships
Neapolitan Grimaldi Group wins $1.3 billion order for nine ro-pax ships
Helsinki/Naples
Order at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard (Weihai)
Viking orders two cruise ships from Fincantieri with option for two additional units
Los Angeles/Trieste
The two ships under construction in Ancona for the American brand will be the first in the world to be powered by hydrogen stored on board
Federlogistica, the possible collapse of road transport is a risk for the country
Genoa/Modena
Ruote Libere reports that the government only needs to allocate a little money to avoid having to deal with the real problems of road hauliers
Second edition of the European Maritime Transport Environmental Report published
Lisbon/Copenhagen
The new report indicates that promising progress has been made in several areas
WSC, MEPC must provide clear measures to decarbonise shipping this week
Washington
Wood-Thomas: It is not possible that these decisions can be postponed to guidelines developed in two years
Konecranes revenues increased by +7.7% in the first three months of 2025
Helsinki
343 million euros of new orders for port vehicles (+37.5%)
Kuehne+Nagel posts first quarter of growth
Schindellegi
The logistics group's net sales amounted to 6.33 billion Swiss francs (+14.9%)
Application by TDT (Grimaldi group) for the construction and management of 50% of the Terminal Darsena Europa in Livorno
Leghorn
The company has requested an extension of the duration of the current concession
In 2024, 58 million invested in the modernization of the ports of Livorno, Piombino and the island of Elba
Leghorn
The final budget and the annual report of the AdSP have been approved
EIB advice to strengthen climate resilience of the ports of Volos, Alexandroupolis and Patras
Luxembourg
It will assist port authorities in identifying and managing climate risks
In the first quarter the port of Valencia handled 1.3 million containers (+3.4%)
Valencia
Transhipment traffic decline
The Management Committee of the Central Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has unanimously approved the 2024 financial statement
Naples
SOS LOGistica will acquire the qualification of Third Sector Entity
Milan
The association currently has 74 members
In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in the ports of Barcelona and Algeciras decreased
Barcelona/Algeciras
Hupac transfers intermodal service with Padua to Novara
Noise
Until now the other terminal was the one in Busto Arsizio
PSA SECH has operated the first 400-meter train at Parco Ferroviario Rugna
Genoa
Capacity up to 20 pairs of trains per day
The 2024 financial statement of the Eastern Liguria Port Authority was unanimously approved
The Spice
The war clearance preparatory to the expansion of the Ravano Terminal in La Spezia is nearing completion
The Spice
The AdSP has invested over 600 thousand euros in it
Francesco Rizzo appointed president of the AdSP of the Strait
Rome
He has repeatedly denounced the uselessness of the construction of the bridge over the Strait
US aircraft attack Yemeni port of Ras Isa
Tampa/Beirut
38 dead and over a hundred injured
In 2025 Stazioni Marittime predicts an increase in ferry and cruise traffic in the port of Genoa
MIT Mobility Report Highlights Rising Demand for Both Passengers and Freight
Rome
In the first quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports decreased by -5.6%
St. Petersburg
Both dry goods (-5.3%) and liquid bulk (-5.8%) are decreasing
Andrea Giachero confirmed as president of Spediporto
Genoa
The board of directors of the association of Genoese freight forwarders has also been renewed for the three-year period 2025-2028
Study for monitoring vehicular traffic in the ports of Venice and Chioggia
Milan
Order awarded to Circle and Arelogik
In Italy, the rail freight transport sector is in deep trouble
Geneva
Fermerci calls for making traffic incentives structural and increasing and for refinancing the incentive for the purchase of locomotives and wagons
Global Maritime Forum report on optimising ship calls to reduce emissions
Copenhagen
Virtual arrival and just-in-time arrival approaches proposed
In the first quarter of this year, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +15.5%
Joy Taurus
Construction of the "Dockworker’s House" has begun
GNV has taken delivery of the second of four new ro-pax vessels in China
Genoa
"GNV Orion" will be able to accommodate 1,700 passengers and transport up to 3,080 linear metres of cargo
After ten quarters of decline, container traffic in the port of Hong Kong returns to growth
Hong Kong
In the first three months of this year 3.39 million TEUs were handled (+2.1%)
Fincantieri acquires stake in WSense
Rome
The ninth FREMM unit "Spartaco Schergat" delivered to the Italian Navy
The new edition of the Practical Manual of Maritime Traffic has been presented
Genoa
Written by Assagenti, it turns fifty
Container traffic at the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles increased by 26.6% and 5.2% in the first quarter
Long Beach/Los Angeles
Trump's tariffs impact imminent
In the first three months of 2025, the port of Singapore handled 10.5 million containers (+5.8%)
Singapore
In weight, containerized traffic recorded a decrease of -1.4%
Regulations signed for LNG bunkering at Fincantieri shipyard in Genoa
Genoa
Define the methods of transferring fuel from ship to ship
Historic shipbuilding brands Uljanik and 3.Maj on the verge of extinction
Zagreb
The State confirms its intention to sell the shipbuilding activities at the two sites of Pula and Rijeka
Cambiaso Risso has completed the acquisition of the French Somecassur
Genoa
The transalpine company specializes in the insurance of super and mega yachts
New weekly train service between the port of Gioia Tauro and Verona
Joy Taurus/Verona
Operated by Medlog for the transport of refrigerated goods
EBRD looking for strategic partner for development of Moldovan river port of Giurgiulesti
London
International competition launched
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Turkish ports set new first-quarter cargo traffic record
Ankara
Historic peak of cargo imported from abroad
In the first quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +37.6%
Taranto
Increase of 854 thousand tons of solid bulk and 265 thousand tons of conventional goods
DEME buys Havfram, a company that installs offshore wind farms
Second Right/Washington
Transaction worth approximately 900 million euros
Rail transport of convoys for Rome Metro started from Reggio Calabria
Rome
Contract awarded by Hitachi Rail to Mercitalia Rail
In 2024, the volumes handled by Magli Intermodal Service decreased by -2%
Rezzato
Turnover stable
Yang Ming records first decline in turnover in March after 14 months of growth
Keelung/Taipei
Evergreen and WHL revenue growth continues
The European Commission has approved the acquisition of Germany's Schenker by Denmark's DSV
Brussels
The impact on competition in the markets in which the two companies operate is considered limited
Fincantieri - Kayo Agreement to Promote the Development of the Shipbuilding and Naval Industry in Albania
Trieste
Possible creation of a hub for shipbuilding and refitting in the region
Recent slight reduction in logistics costs for new factory vehicles
Brussels
Montaresi (AdSP Liguria Orientale) awarded with the "Port Oscar"
Miami
The event has reached its eighteenth edition
In the first three months of 2025, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +9.3%
Hong Kong
Revenues up +16.8%
The AdSP of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas wins in appeal against Zen Yacht
Joy Taurus
Company ordered to pay back rent
A large shipment of cocaine was seized in the port of Livorno
Leghorn
Two tons of drugs identified by Customs and Financial Police personnel
Navantia renews agreement with American cruise group Royal Caribbean
Miami
To date, the Cadiz shipyard has carried out maintenance, repair and refurbishment work on 45 of the group's ships.
Record cruise traffic expected in Italian ports this year
Miami
Cemar believes that growth will not stop even in 2026
HII-HHI Agreement to Accelerate US and South Korean Naval Production
National Harbor
The aim is to strengthen the naval industrial base of the two nations.
Panama Ports Company Accused of Violating Terms of Concession Agreement
Panama
Panama's Auditor General announced the filing of criminal charges
Colombo West International Terminal has become operational
Ahmedabad
It has a traffic capacity of 3.2 million TEUs
The conference "New sustainable marine fuels - Decarbonize Shipping" will be held in Genoa on Monday
Genoa
The new multifunctional border control structure PCF - PED/PDI Point completed in the port of Gioia Tauro
Joy Taurus
"Artificial Intelligence Comes to Port" Conference in Rome on Friday
Rome
It is promoted by the National Union of Port Enterprises
MSC Group's new cruise terminal inaugurated in Miami
Miami
It can accommodate three large ships at the same time
In February, traffic in the port of Ravenna increased by +2.1%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo increases, miscellaneous cargo declines
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
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 conference "New sustainable marine fuels - Decarbonize Shipping" will be held in Genoa on Monday
Genoa
It will take place at the headquarters of the Port Authority of Genoa
"Artificial Intelligence Comes to Port" Conference in Rome on Friday
Rome
It is promoted by the National Union of Port Enterprises
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Proposed 30% increase for port tariffs to be in phases, says Loke
(Free Malaysia Today)
Damen Mangalia Unionists Protest Friday Against Possible Closure
(The Romania Journal)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo
Roma, 18 settembre 2024
››› File
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
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
Francesco Beltrano is the new general secretary of Uniport
Rome
He takes over from Paolo Ferrandino, who will continue to collaborate as a consultant
Saipem awarded new contracts in Middle East and Guyana
Milan
The total value of the orders is approximately 720 million dollars.
Conference in Genoa for the centenary of Ente Bacini
Genoa
The company was established on 19 February 1925
Interporto Bologna Board of Directors Renewed
Bentivoglio
Stefano Caliandro Appointed President. Loss of 1.7 million euros in 2024
NYK invests 76 billion yen in NYK Energy Ocean Corporation
Tokyo
The newco has taken over the activities of ENEOS Ocean
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