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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
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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
  • Rhenus Port Logistics appoints executives
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  • "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
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  • 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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Accidents to dock workers occur equally frequently on board ships as on land.
London
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings reports record performance for the April-June quarter
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings reports record performance for the April-June quarter
Miami
Bookings reached an unprecedented level
Paolo Piacenza has been appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Port Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas.
Rome/Genoa/Gioia Tauro
DB Cargo records declines in turnover and rail freight volumes
Berlin
In the first six months of this year, shipments totaled 82.9 million tons (-10.8%)
In the second quarter, container traffic in the port of Genoa fell by -2.8% while in Savona-Vado it grew by +76.3%
Genoa
In the Ligurian capital, the transhipment share decreased, while the Savona port benefited.
Fincantieri records strong growth in half-year financial performance and new orders
Rome
In the first six months of 2025, orders totaled 14.7 billion euros (+93.5%)
In the second quarter, naval traffic through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.2%
In the second quarter, naval traffic through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.2%
Cairo
1,248 tankers (-2.7%) and 1,826 other types of vessels (-8.5%) passed through
CMA CGM's net profit fell by 140% in the second quarter.
Marseille
Revenues stable. The French shipping group is interested in acquiring Hutchison Ports' terminals.
Royal Caribbean closes second quarter with record net profit
Miami
The April-June period was very positive
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced a merger agreement today.
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced a merger agreement today.
Omaha/Atlanta
First coast-to-coast cargo rail network
Gurrieri resigns as Special Commissioner of the Eastern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Trieste
The atypical reverse charge for the logistics sector will become applicable tomorrow
Milan
Ruggerone (Assologistica): one of the most strategic reforms we helped build is being implemented
Policy brief on cyber threats that pose risks to port infrastructure
Tallinn
It was developed by the NATO Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence
Interferry urges the EU Commission to harmonize its shipping decarbonization regulations with those of the IMO
Victoria
Failure to align - the association warned - will force shipping companies to pay twice for emissions.
In the second quarter of 2025, Chinese seaports handled 79.1 million containers (+6.1%)
Beijing
Total freight traffic was three billion tons (+3.3%), of which 1.3 billion tons were with foreign countries (+1.9%).
CK Hutchison announces plans to include a Chinese investor in the consortium to sell Hutchison Ports
Hong Kong
Without the participation of the COSCO shipping group, China would not authorize the sale
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has awarded compensation of $1 billion over the X-Press Pearl accident.
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has awarded compensation of $1 billion over the X-Press Pearl accident.
Columbus
The container ship caught fire and sank near the port of Colombo
The Greek government sends a tugboat to the Red Sea to assist ships that may be attacked by the Houthis.
The Greek government sends a tugboat to the Red Sea to assist ships that may be attacked by the Houthis.
Piraeus
The AHTS "Giant" is leaving
Saipem and Subsea7 have signed a binding merger agreement.
Saipem and Subsea7 have signed a binding merger agreement.
Milan/Luxembourg
The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026.
In the second quarter, the port of Valencia handled over 1.5 million containers (+4.0%)
In the first half of 2025, the amount of new orders to Chinese shipyards fell by -18.2%
Beijing
A decrease of -3.5% in new construction completed in the period was recorded
In the second quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Trieste grew by +3.7%
Trieste
Bulk cargo increased. Miscellaneous cargo fell by 13.2%.
CMA CGM and TotalEnergies form joint venture for LNG bunkering in the Port of Rotterdam.
Marseille
Agreement to supply 360,000 tons of liquefied natural gas per year to the French group's ships
In the second quarter of 2025, freight traffic in Spanish ports decreased by -4.7%
Madrid
All the main product categories are decreasing except for conventional goods
Brookfield Asset Management to sell 49% of British port group PD Ports to Spain's Pontegadea
Middlesbrough
The English company has over 1,400 employees
In the quarter April-June, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2.3%
In the quarter April-June, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2.3%
Rotterdam
The port authority is alarmed by the state of crisis in the national industry.
The electrification of the docks in the ports of Livorno, Piombino and Portoferraio is proceeding according to plan.
Third dock for cruise traffic in the port of Catania
Catania
Pier 25's restyling completed
Another quarter of decline in freight traffic at the port of Algeciras
Algeciras
In the period April-June, containers amounted to 1.24 million TEUs (+1.0%)
A new tax applied to cruise passengers disembarking in national ports came into force today in Greece.
Athens
Belgian rail freight company Lineas receives €61 million government loan
Brussels
The measure was approved last night by the restricted council of ministers
ERTMS installation completed on 1,400 kilometers of Italian railway network
Rome
The project is financed with 2.5 billion euros from PNRR funds.
Wärtsilä's quarterly financial and commercial results are positive.
Helsinki
The Marine Electrical Systems division will be sold to the Italian company VINCI Energies.
In the port of Barcelona the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five
In the port of Barcelona the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five
Barcelona
The mayor: For the first time in history, a limit is placed on the growth of cruises in the city.
MSC and Moby have presented their commitments to meet the AGCM's requirements.
Rome
Shipping Agencies Services will sell its 49% stake in Moby, waiving the consideration in favor of the majority shareholder. Moby commits to completely repaying its debt to SAS.
Fincantieri confirms its interest in the development of American shipbuilding
Fincantieri confirms its interest in the development of American shipbuilding
Washington
Folgiero: Commitment to deliver next-generation capabilities in full alignment with U.S. strategic priorities
The Chamber of Deputies has approved the appointment of four presidents of Italian Port System Authorities.
Rome
The names proposed for the Port System Authorities of the Southern Adriatic, Central-Northern Tyrrhenian, Western Liguria, and Eastern Liguria have been approved. Voting on the Northern Tyrrhenian Authority has been postponed.
Information exchange between state administrations for the digitalization of the maritime sector begins
Rome
The first operational meeting at the Coast Guard General Command in Rome
The Clean Maritime Fuels Platform suggests measures to support the production and distribution of clean marine fuels
COSCO Shipping Ports sets new monthly and quarterly container traffic records
Hong Kong
In the period April-June, 29.4 million TEUs were handled (+4.5%)
Sharp increase in cases of seafarers abandoning their ships
London
2,286 crew members from 222 ships involved as of early 2025
Global freight traffic saw strong growth in the first quarter of this year in anticipation of new tariffs
Global freight traffic saw strong growth in the first quarter of this year in anticipation of new tariffs
Geneva
North America saw the strongest quarterly growth in imports
In the port of Antwerp-Bruges containers and rolling stock are increasing and other types of goods are decreasing
Antwerp
Traffic congestion continues at the airport, with the situation on the landside becoming critical
A study denounces the delay of European ports in equipping themselves with cold ironing facilities.
Brussels/Pozzallo
The tender to electrify the docks of the port of Pozzallo has begun.
T&E proposes to include more non-EU transhipment ports to avoid carbon leakage
Brussels
The association calls on the EU Commission to reduce the current threshold of 65% of transhipment traffic
Federlogistica urges the immediate establishment of a control room on tariffs
Genoa
The aim is also to eliminate extra costs caused by bureaucracy.
Containerized cargo handled through the port of Singapore fell by 2.9% in the second quarter.
Singapore
Last May, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.8%
Last May, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.8%
Cairo
The negative trend continued in June and early July
Terminal operators are not at all satisfied with a policy that seems to have no interest in ports
Rome
Cognolato: It is essential to close the ongoing trials on several fronts.
The largest ship ever to dock at Cagliari's Porto Canale at the MITO terminal.
Milan
The container ship "MSC Venice" with a capacity of 16,652 TEU arrived yesterday
On 5 and 6 November in Lisbon a summit called by the ILA against automation in the maritime and port sector
On 5 and 6 November in Lisbon a summit called by the ILA against automation in the maritime and port sector
North Bergen/Metzingen
South Korean HD Hyundai, together with German NEURA Robotics, will develop and test welding robots in shipyards
The toll of the horrific attack on the bulk carrier Eternity C in the Red Sea is still uncertain.
Mandaluyong/London/Brussels
Joint statement by ICS, BIMCO, European Shipowners, Intercargo and Intertanko
In the first half of 2025, bulk cargo increased and general cargo decreased in the port of Marseille-Fos
Marseille
Cruise passengers increase by +5%
The Senate has approved the framework law on interports
Rome
UIR, gives the Italian interport system a modern, orderly and coherent regulatory framework
Carlo De Ruvo was elected president of Confetra
Rome
Among the challenges, the uncontrolled expansion of large logistics groups and their concentration
Number of pirate attacks on ships still high in the second quarter of 2025
Number of pirate attacks on ships still high in the second quarter of 2025
Kuala Lumpur
The number of acts of violence against crews is decreasing
Telemar and TNL Group merger agreement
Telemar and TNL Group merger agreement
Oslo/Athens/Paris
One of the top three operators in the OT/IoT services market for the maritime and superyacht sectors will be created
Attacks on ships in the Red Sea still cause deaths among seafarers
Portsmouth
Liberian-flagged bulk carrier " Eternity C" targeted
Canadian shipbuilding company Davie acquires second shipyard in Finland
Helsinki/Pori
It will buy the Enersense Offshore shipyard
Trump has eliminated tariff exemptions for low-cost goods for all nations.
Washington
Goods with a value of less than $800 will also be subject to the tax.
Viking Mira was launched at Fincantieri's Ancona shipyard
Trieste
The multi-role frigate "Emilio Bianchi" was delivered to the Muggiano shipyard
The Port Authority of the Central-Northern Adriatic Sea has obtained EMAS registration
Ravenna
Certifies commitment to environmental management and sustainability
MSC Cruises reduces emissions with the support of an energy transition plan
Geneva
The 2024 Sustainability Report has been presented
DSV reports strong growth in financial and operating results thanks to the acquisition of Schenker
Hedehusene
Quarterly record in air and ocean shipment volumes
In 2024, the Fratelli Cosulich group's revenues increased by +12.8%
Genoa
Operating result down by -31.7%
In the second quarter of this year, Finnlines' revenues decreased by -5.0%.
Helsinki
Net profit of 26.1 million euros (+7.7%)
Container traffic in the Port of New York remained stable in the April-June quarter.
New York
An increase of +4.9% was recorded in the first half of 2025
The Chamber of Deputies approves the appointment of the presidents of five Port System Authorities.
Rome
They are Davide Gariglio, Francesco Rizzo, Eliseo Cuccaro, Francesco Benevolo and Giovanni Gugliotti
Latrofa appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Port Authority of the Central-Northern Tyrrhenian Sea
Rome
Ministerial decree signed
The PNRR tender for interports has been reopened.
Rome
Resources available amounting to 2.2 million euros
Port of Livorno: Workers are the priority in the LTM crisis
Livorno
UPS's quarterly earnings performance declines
Atlanta
Net income in the April-June quarter was $1.28 billion (-8.9%)
Approval for the 2025 budget variation of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority.
Gioia Tauro
500 thousand euros for the 49% share held by the Port Agency company
FHP Group acquires the remaining 10% stake in Lotras
Milan/Foggia
The integration between Lotras and CFI Intermodal will begin to create FHP Intermodal.
OITAF scientific document on good practices in the logistics and transport of fresh fruit and vegetables
Milan
The Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has joined the PLIKA
Livorno
Platform dedicated to training, innovation and knowledge sharing in the logistics and port sectors
Matteo Paroli's nomination as president of the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has been signed.
Rome
He has a degree in law and a specialization in administrative law.
Container throughput increases in Haropa Port, while bulk cargo decreases.
Le Havre
In the first half of this year, containers were 1.51 million TEUs (+4%)
Bureau Veritas reports a 9.8% quarterly increase in revenues in the Marine & Offshore segment
Courbevoie
Kalmar and Konecranes increase new orders in the April-June quarter
Helsinki
The turnover of the two Finnish companies is slightly increasing
Container traffic in the port of Barcelona fell by 12.2% in the second quarter.
Barcelona
Assiterminal threatens a new wave of appeals against regulations it believes are damaging to port operations
Genoa
2M Logistics signs an agreement with Salerno-based Gallozzi
Barendrecht
The Dutch company will represent GF Logistics, a subsidiary of the Italian group, in the Benelux region.
Swiss company Kuehne+Nagel's quarterly profits fell
Schindellegi
In the period April-June of this year, net turnover grew by +1.7%
Yang Ming orders three 8,000 TEU container ships from Nihon Shipyard and Imabari Shipbuilding
Keelung/Imabari
Contract valued at $351.3-394.5 million
Italia Nostra reiterates its strong concerns about the construction of the Fiumicino-Isola Sacra port.
Rome
European maritime cities, destinations for cruise tourism - the association highlights - denounce the phenomenon of over-tourism in the cruise sector
Egypt's first automotive terminal has come into operation at Port Said East.
East Port Said
It can accommodate two car carriers at the same time
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Tepsa has acquired a liquid bulk terminal in the port of Rotterdam.
Singapore/Rotterdam
It was sold by Global Energy Storage Holdings
The Spinelli Group has approved its 2024 sustainability report.
Genoa
Of the company's 616 direct employees, 49% are under the age of 50.
In the second quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by +1.6%
Ankara
Cargoes to and from Italy amounted to 12.7 million tons (+10.1%)
Extension of the Simplified Logistics Zone for Genoa Ports and Dry Ports to the Savona, Vado Ligure, and Bergeggi areas.
Genoa
Approval from the ZLS Steering Committee
Isotta Fraschini Motori has inaugurated a new production line for hydrogen fuel cell systems in Bari.
Trieste
They will be used for naval and land solutions
The Grande Shanghai , the Grimaldi Group's first ammonia-ready car carrier, has been christened.
Naples
It has a load capacity of 9,000 CEUs.
The Port of Genoa, FILT, and UILT have declared a five-day strike at the Bettolo Terminal.
Genoa
Fit Cisl Liguria expressed solidarity with the workers
The tender for the dredging of the commercial dock basin at the port of Ancona has been published.
Ancona
The removal of approximately 730 thousand cubic meters of sediment is planned
Tender for the restoration and enhancement of docks 32 and 33 in the Deep Sea Zone of the port of Savona
Genoa
An investment of over 6.7 million euros is expected
There are 1,100 workers in Palermo directly employed in the seaside tourism sector
Palermo
This year, cruise traffic is expected to grow by 9.4% in the port of the Sicilian capital.
Six-month growth of +9% in freight on the St. Petersburg-India/China maritime route
Fly
FESCO operates six vessels in the service
Port of Trieste: Special Commissioner Gurrieri under investigation for money laundering
Trieste
I am certain - he declared - that I can demonstrate that I acted legally, in full transparency.
Vard signs new contract for the construction of two CSOVs
Trieste
The vessels will be used to support operations in the offshore wind sector
UIR welcomes the publication of the tender for the digitalization of the logistics chain.
Rome
Di Caterina (ALIS): a concrete tool that enhances the needs of businesses and strengthens the logistics system
GNV celebrated its first ten years of activity on the Italy-Albania route
Durres
During the period, the company's ships carried over 1.25 million passengers
A shipment of over 1.2 tons of marijuana was seized at the port of Gioia Tauro.
Reggio Calabria/Catanzaro
Members of a criminal organization that imported drugs from South America through European ports and airports have been arrested.
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean to build seven 15,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Walden to sell healthcare logistics business to Yusen Logistics
Paris
Exclusive negotiations announced
Solinas (Sardinian Action Party) is not at all satisfied with the state of Sardinian ports
Cagliari
The immediate establishment of a special commission is urged
ANSI welcomes the introduction of the information dashboard for managing private procurement contracts in logistics.
Rome
D'Angelo: it will allow the country to take another step forward
Russo (Confcommercio): excluding road transport from the PNRR funding was shortsighted.
Rome
First bulletin from the Freight Insights Observatory produced by the National Center for Sustainable Mobility
ABB Group posts sharp growth in quarterly financial and business performance
Zurich
In the period April-June the value of new orders grew by +16.0%
Informal consultations have begun on the preliminary proposal for the new Ancona Port Master Plan.
Ancona
Eleven meetings scheduled for July
Program agreement for preparatory and functional interventions for the construction of the bridge over the Strait of Messina
Rome
It was signed today in Rome
Project to develop an ecological station for the treatment of wastewater from ships
Naples
Initiative of the Neapolitan Group of the Cenere and Iello Landing
Assiterminal urges against bringing sediment from the Bagnoli dredging project into the port of Naples.
Genoa
Cognolato and Ferrari: It is essential to safeguard the full functionality of the commercial port's activities.
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach fell 3.4% in the second quarter.
Long Beach
A decline of -16.4% was recorded in June
Paolo Pessina has been appointed vice president of Conftrasporto-Confcommercio.
Rome
He is president of the national federation of maritime agents and brokers
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong decreased by -8.2% in the second quarter
Hong Kong
A decrease of -13.7% was recorded in June
Cuneo-based logistics company Nord Ovest is seeing growing financial results.
Wedge
Construction work on a new depot in Mondovì will be completed in early 2026.
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles grows driven by fears of new tariffs
Los Angeles
June saw the highest volume ever recorded for this month
The Management Committee of the Sardinia Sea Port Authority has adopted the DPSS
Cagliari
Green light for the concession to MITO and the appeal against the rejection of Olbia's dredging project.
Three events in Genoa for three new Explora Journeys cruise ships.
Genoa
A technical launch, a coin laying and the cutting of the first sheet metal were carried out at the Fincantieri shipyard
Grimaldi sells 5% of Terminal Darsena Toscana to Livorno Port Company
Naples/Livorno
Option to purchase an additional 5% of the share capital
Concession agreement signed that assigns management of the port of Tartous to DP World
Damascus
It has a lifespan of 30 years
Matteo Gasparato appointed president of the Northern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Rome
He was appointed extraordinary commissioner of the same port authority
Meeting in Rome between the heads of ESPO and Assoporti
Rome
Among the topics addressed, the competitiveness of European ports in the current global context
Chinese airline OOCL reports quarterly decline in scheduled service revenues
Hong Kong
Cargo transported by the company's ships is increasing
Collaboration between the Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority and the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority
Rome
Agreement with an initial duration of five years
Survey in Germany on the prospects of companies in the maritime, port and shipbuilding sectors
Hamburg
Shipowners are more concerned. Positive prospects for ports and shipyards.
Port of Augusta: Work begins on a third bridge connecting the island to the mainland.
Augusta
Work worth over 20 million euros
Vard signs contract with InkFish for new research vessel
Trieste
The deal is worth more than 200 million euros.
1.1 billion euros will be invested in the port of Hamburg to strengthen the container sector
Hamburg
Improving accessibility and port infrastructure in the Waltershofer Hafen area
Meyer Turku delivered the new Star of the Seas cruise ship to Royal Caribbean
Turku
It has a gross tonnage of 250,800 tons
ESPO calls for increased funding for ports under the next EU Multiannual Financial Framework
Brussels
The CEF programme funds have proven to be far from sufficient
Fincantieri delivers the new Oceania Allura cruise ship to Oceania Cruises.
Miami/Trieste
Two additional Sonata-class ships have been converted into orders.
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
Confindustria event on the sea economy in Rome on July 15th
Rome
The public meeting of the International Containers Studies Center will be held in Genoa on July 2nd
Genoa
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Why Malta is objecting to a new price cap on Russian oil
(timesofmalta.com)
US has its eye on Greek ports
(Kathimerini)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Uniport: Bringing debris from Bagnoli to the port of Naples would postpone long-awaited dredging.
Rome
Legora de Feo: It's necessary to find alternative solutions.
Taiwanese companies Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenues.
Keelung/Taipei
In the period April-June it fell by -18.7%, -26.5% and -8.6% respectively
The establishment of the Information Dashboard for the management of private procurement contracts in logistics has been approved.
In May, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +1.4%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
EU approves joint purchase of port equipment by terminal operators
Brussels
Joint definition of minimum technical specifications of equipment is also permitted
Serbian energy group EPS will import coal through the Montenegrin port of Bar
Bar
Currently imports from Indonesia pass through the port of Constanta
Fincantieri Foundation and Luiss University launch a project to strengthen the safety of underwater infrastructure.
Trieste
Among the objectives, contribute to the definition of a specific regulatory framework
Freewheeling: The government's U-turn on anti-mafia controls in the road haulage sector is a welcome development.
Modena
Franchini: If the government has realized it made a mistake, that's good news.
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