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June 10, 2025

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Exim India web site
JUNE 10, 2025
  • Western India Air Cargo Conclave & Awards 2025 to witness a comprehensive discourse on key issues this Friday
  • MSC IRINA, the world's largest container ship, makes historic debut at Vizhinjam International Seaport
  • Deendayal Port issues directions to ensure seamless operations at the oil jetties
  • AITWA hosts landmark meeting in Mumbai
  • New weekly "BRICS Express" service launched from China to East Coast South America
  • DP World launches Mekong Express domestic sea-river transport route in Vietnam
  • MPA and NYK Group advance collaborative efforts on maritime autonomous surface ship trials
  • APM Terminals Barcelona & Valencia join Portchain Connect network
  • ICG inaugurates dedicated jetty at Vizhinjam Harbour to boost coastal security operations
  • Govt slaps anti-dumping duties on Vitamin-A Palmitate from China, EU, Switzerland

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International Transport Journal web site
JUNE 10, 2025
  • USD 145 billion in March trade
  • Airfreight tonnages rebound in May
  • New leadership for UK freight association
  • Renewable fuels now power GCT Vanterm
  • Fleet ERP software at Stoneleigh
  • Lineage expanding Dutch cold facility
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Hermes deploys AMRs in Löhne
  • Swissport boosts Basel base
  • Medlog terminal opens in Paris Bruyères
  • Leadership change for BVL advisory board
  • Interporto Bologna's vision for the future

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The Loadstar web site
JUNE 9, 2025
  • Explosions and 'out-of-control' fire reported on Wan Hai box ship
  • Intra-Asia carriers ramp up capacity with newbuild orders as demand holds
  • DSV insiders hit back at Kuehne & DHL GF - got a 'pro integration' going
  • News in Brief Podcast | Week 23 | Transport Logistic and volatile transpacific
  • Airlines still doubtful, threatening IATA deadline for One Record data standard
  • OceanX: Munich, the death of customer service and the future of tech in freight
  • USTR revises proposals for port fees for Chinese car-carrier and LNG vessels
  • MSC invests as Ukraine bids to restore war-damaged logistics infrastructure
  • Older, fuel-inefficient aircraft in its sights as Geodis targets sustainability
  • Air Incheon takeover of Asiana Cargo delayed
  • K+N swoops on Daimler boss Marcus Claesson to be its new CIO
  • Keith Baguley and Ian Mallon elected as new national leaders of BIFA

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Marine Log web site
JUNE 9, 2025
  • USTR could ease some Section 301 measures on Chinese maritime dominance
    The U.S. Trade Representative's office (USTR) announcement that it would take sweeping measures under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, began a process that included taking into account public comments

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Container News web site
JUNE 9, 2025
  • IRISL as Iran's operational arm amid ongoing nuclear negotiations with US
    Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Line Group (IRISL), as the maritime backbone of Iran's international trade, is once again at the center of geopolitical friction following reports of Iranian procurement of sodium perchlorate from China, a feedstock used in ballistic missile propellant. With nuclear negotiations ongoing since April 12, 2025, and new US sanctions targeting IRGC-linked procurement
  • Slight gains for bunker indexes
    At the close of the 23rd week of the year, the global bunker indices published by Marine Bunker Exchange (MABUX) showed moderate gains. The 380 HSFO index increased by US$4.69 to US$466.83/MT, the VLSFO index climbed by US$7.03, reaching US$540.60/MT, and the MGO index rose by US$4.92 to US$722.17/MT. "As of the time of writing, the market continued to exhibit a moderate upward trend," commented
  • One-Way Leasing should define 'what's next' in global container shipping
    The global supply chain of old seems to be in an upheaval, and a growing stack of empty containers might not be able to make their way home from American ports. Uncertainty is stalling the industry's momentum, according to Maritime Analytica, because of high freight costs, digitalization and investments in sustainability. All is adding to a possible supply-chain crisis, which - some say - is righ
  • Strategic investments reshape Eastern Mediterranean logistics landscape
    Amid mounting geopolitical volatility in the Eastern Mediterranean, a wave of strategic port and logistics investments in 2025 signals a broader shift in regional trade dynamics. The port investments in Tartus and Latakia (Syria) and Ain Sokhna, Alexandria, and East Port Said (Egypt) in 2025, alongside the investment in the Eurobridge Intermodal Terminal in Batiovo, Ukraine, announced by Hamburge
  • Brunei Darussalam launches Maritime Single Window in collaboration with Kale Logistics
    The Maritime and Port Authority of Brunei Darussalam (MPABD) has officially launched its national Maritime Single Window (MSW), a key digital platform developed in collaboration with Kale Logistics Solutions and its strategic partner, Primatel Communication Sdn Bhd. The system is now live and operational across Brunei Darussalam. The launch ceremony was officiated by Yang Berhormat Pengiran Dato
  • Wan Hai ship suffers explosion in India; Four seafarers missing
    Four seafarers are missing after an explosion on a Wan Hai Lines container ship today (June 9). Indian Defence Ministry said the fire was reported around 10.30 am local time while the Singapore-flagged 4,250 TEU Wan Hai 503 was about 80km southwest of Azhikkal town in Kerala, India. Of the 22 crew members onboard, 18 abandoned the burning ship and evacuated on a life raft. Defence officials said
  • Trade talks in London: Strategic reset or tactical delay?
    The upcoming round of negotiations in London, framed as part of the China-US Economic and Trade Mechanism, reflects a moment of tactical détente, rather than a strategic breakthrough. The May 2025 total reset in Switzerland offered immediate, though fragile, tariff reductions, 30% US tariffs, and 10% Chinese tariffs
  • Indonesian Batu Ampar Container Terminal receives new cranes
    In May, Batu Ampar Container Terminal, located in the Indonesian city of Batam across the Singapore Strait from Singapore, received five new ship-to-shore cranes. Built from Chinese port equipment manufacturer ZPMC, the new machines are part of the second terminal's phase development (of three), according to DynaLiners. This will ultimately see two mobile harbour cranes and 12 rubber-tired gantri
  • Maldives progresses with Thilafushi Port Development Project
    The state-owned Maldives Ports Limited is proceeding with the US$255 million Thilafushi Port Development Project on the (artificial) island of the same name, according to DynaLiners. The port will be around 7-8 kilometres west of the capital island, Male, where the country's main outlet, Male Commercial Port, is located. The first phase of the Thilafushi development will see the construction of a
  • Baltic Hub inaugurates T3 Terminal
    Baltic Hub has officially opened its new T3 terminal in Gdansk, marking a major advancement in Poland's maritime infrastructure and further solidifying the country's position in the global supply chain. The inauguration ceremony gathered government officials, regional authorities, and industry leaders to celebrate one of the most significant port investments in the Baltic Sea region. Occupying 36
  • Maersk applies new PSS to South Africa and Mauritius
    Danish container line Maersk is introducing a peak season surcharge (PSS) for shipments destined for South Africa and Mauritius. Effective from 23 June (and 9 July for Taiwan), the peak season surcharge will be as follows: Origin Destination Currency ALL_20_DRY ALL_40_DRY China / Hong Kong / Indonesia / Japan / South Korea / Malaysia / Philippines / Singapore / Cambodia / Laos / Myanmar (Burma) /
  • Georgia Ports welcomes new tugs to enhance operations at Port of Brunswick
    Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) has announced the arrival of a new tugboat, the Shiney V. Moran, at the Port of Brunswick. Operated by Moran Towing Company, the tugboat joins the Diane Moran as the latest addition to support Brunswick's ship operations. In 2024, GPA's Brunswick terminals recorded 733 vessel calls, including 614 Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) vessels, 89 breakbulk carriers, and 30 bulk car
  • Streamlining Your Supply Chain: Key Traits to Look for in a Third-Party Logistics Provider
    Image by Elevate on Pexels Streamlining your supply chain starts with picking the right third-party logistics (3PL) provider. A solid 3PL can cut transit times, reduce mistakes, and let your team focus on growing the business, but how do you know which provider fits the bill? Here are six traits to watch for when choosing a 3PL that keeps your operations running smoothly. 1. Advanced technology a
  • Iran and Uzbekistan sign agreement for Shahid Rajaee port development
    Iran and Uzbekistan have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at enhancing shipping and logistics cooperation, opening the door for Uzbek private sector investment in Iran's Shahid Rajaee Port. The MoU was formalized in Tehran by Bekzod Kholmatov, Director General of Strategic Policies at Uzbekistan's Ministry of Transport, and Kazem Salehi, Director General of Transit, Logistics, and
  • MSC announces freight rates from Far East to North Europe, Mediterranean and Black Sea
    MSC has announced updated freight rates effective from 15 June 2025 until further notice, but no later than 30 June 2025. These rates apply to cargo originating from all Far East ports, including, but not limited to, those in Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia and destined for ports in Northern Europe, the Mediterranean (covering West Med, East Med, the Adriatic, and North Africa), and the Black Se

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Splash web site
JUNE 9, 2025
  • Four missing in Wan Hai boxship blaze off India
    A fire and explosion aboard the Singapore-flagged containership Wan Hai 503 have left four crew members missing off the southwest coast of India. The incident occurred on Monday around 12.30 hrs Singapore time, some 80 km southwest of Azhikkal, Kerala. The 4,333 teu vessel, operated by Wan Hai Lines, had 22 crew members onboard at ...
  • Chicago PE firm teams with Manish Singh to set up shipping tech acquisition fund
    Chicago-based private equity firm GTCR has formed a partnership with well-known shipping investment consultant Manish Singh, understood to be worth hundreds of millions of dollars, to acquire maritime tech companies. Singh will serve as CEO of the newly formed Maris Investments, and has also made an investment alongside GTCR. Singh, a former seafarer, was previously ...
  • Nova Scotia premier pitches 40GW offshore wind energy plan
    The Canadian province of Nova Scotia has proposed a major offshore wind project with the end goal of constructing enough turbines to generate 40GW of electricity over the next decade. The premier of Nova Scotia, Tim Houston, outlined the plan, which would, if executed, cover around 27% of Canada's current electricity demand. Houston hopes that ...
  • Diana Shipping charters out panamax to Stone Shipping
    Greek bulker owner Diana Shipping has entered into a time charter contract with Stone Shipping for one of its panamax vessels. The company hired the 2014-built, 77,529 dwt ice-class bulker Atalandi. The gross charter rate is $9,000 per day for the 35 days of the charter period and $10,100 per day for the balance period ...
  • New ship orders plummet
    The global shipbuilding industry is currently experiencing a significant downturn in newbuilding orders, primarily due to regulatory uncertainties and geopolitical tensions. This decline is particularly evident in the dry bulk sector, where new orders have plummeted to what UK consultants Drewry has described as historic lows. In a new report, Drewry cited weak freight rates, ...
  • Navios locks in triple return on boxship flip
    New York-listed Navios Maritime Partners has confirmed the recently reported sale of its 15-year-old panamax boxship, achieving a tripling of its original investment in the S&P market alone. The Angeliki Frangou-led company said it had offloaded the 2009 Jiangsu New Yangzijiang-built 4,250 teu Navios Tempo for $35.5m after purchasing the unit in 2017 for just ...
  • Court-challenged wind project off Maryland cleared to start construction
    US Wind's wind project off Maryland is now clear to begin construction after receiving the final required permit from the state. The final approval by the Maryland Department of the Environment was for the air quality permit application submitted by the company in November 2023. Under the construction plan, the project, located some 15 km ...
  • USTR makes concessions for car carriers and LNG shipments in latest China tonnage port fees twist
    For car carriers and LNG tankers, the US Trade Representative (USTR) on Friday rowed back on plans to penalise Chinese-linked tonnage. In April, the USTR detailed plans to start charging China-linked tonnage calling at US ports from the middle of October this year, in a bid to both curb China's dominance in the field of ...
  • Shell taps Subsea 7 for work on gas field off Trinidad and Tobago
    Offshore engineering and services player Subsea 7 has won a contract for work on Shell's Aphrodite gas project offshore Trinidad and Tobago. The project involves the transportation and installation of subsea equipment at the Aphrodite development, located within Block 5a, at water depths of up to 290 m. Project management and engineering activities will begin ...
  • Nissen Kaiun books three LR2s at HD Hyundai yards
    Japanese shipping giant Nissen Kaiun has contracted three LR2 tankers from South Korea's HD Hyundai Heavy Industries. Two of the 115,000 dwt vessels will be built at HD Hyundai's Agila Subic Shipyard in the Philippines, with delivery slated for the first quarter of 2028. The third will be built at HD Hyundai Vietnam Shipbuilding's yard ...
  • UNESCO appeals for ships to sign up to scientific mission to track health of world's oceans
    Dignitaries from across the world have flown into Nice on France's Cote d'Azur for this week's United Nations Ocean Conference. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) will seek this week to get as many as 10,000 commercial ships signed up to help with its scientific mission to get a better understanding of ...
  • Offshore vessels get the Tripadvisor treatment
    A seafarer has launched a new website, OffshoreShipAdvisor.com, designed to serve as a Tripadvisor-style platform for seafarers and offshore workers. The goal is to allow crewmembers to rate and review living conditions onboard vessels, helping to improve overall standards and transparency across the industry. The creator of the site, speaking on condition of anonymity, told ...
  • American captain charged with sexual assault
    The US Department of Justice has filed criminal charges against former ship captain John Merrone, alleging he drugged and sexually assaulted a US Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) cadet aboard an American-flagged cargo ship. Justice4Mariners, a law firm that represents survivors of maritime injury and abuse, is counsel for the survivor - now a graduate of ...

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Lloyd's List web site
JUNE 9, 2025
  • NRF peak-season forecast remains subdued despite tariff-reprieve bounce
    The import numbers are starting to come in for May, and they're ugly. The question now is whether the 2025...
  • Final US port fee plan won't be released until July at the earliest
    If you're a ship operator planning global deployments that extend beyond mid-October, you'd like to know what the rules will...
  • Why shipping is sounding more bullish on short- and long-term risk factors
    Lloyd's List's editor-in-chief Richard Meade brings you the behind-the-scenes chatter from Nor-Shipping 2025, where many in the industry are more...
  • LNG carriers may end up paying to pollute
    LNG carriers may end up paying to pollute rather than switching to bio- or e-LNG in coming years because of...
  • The week in newbuildings: Coated aframax tankers in vogue
    Two shipowners ordered coated aframax tankers in the past week, while South Korea-based Pan Ocean contracted two VLCCs in South...
  • Transpacific box rates lose steam as carriers undercut for cargo
    Transpacific spot freight rates have retreated from recent highs as an influx of capacity - including aggressive rate-cutting by returning...
  • The week in charts: Iran gas shipments to China plow on despite increased scrutiny | Container volumes continue to surprise | Panama blasts 'misleading' complicity claims
    Tehran's outflows remain robust, despite Trump administration's 'maximum pressure' campaign; While US tariffs weakened North American imports, Asian exports remained strong...
  • Danaos Management merges with Procureship following private equity buyout
    A US fund, with no previous experience in maritime, has quietly been buying up key names in the Greek tech...
  • Four missing in Wan Hai boxship fire off India
    The ship's crew of 22 are reported to have jumped overboard, with five injured and four seafarers still missing
  • South Korean yards gain market share amid US-China tensions and global order downturn
    Despite market share gains, overall new ship orders remain 45% down year on year, raising uncertainty whether South Korean yards can...
  • China Shipowners' Association opens London office
    Through new initiatives such as the 'RISING' framework and calls for greater collaboration, China is seeking a stronger voice in...
  • Shipping has 'obligation' to protect oceans, says IMO secretary-general
    The IMO will announce two new industry alliances at the UN Ocean Conference in Nice, which officially opened today
  • Berge Bulk in first VLOC recycling sale since 2021
    Berge Bulk's 268,000 dwt Berge Fuji has been sold for Indian sub-continent recycling for circa $16.5m
  • The Daily View: Stoic meditations from shipping
  • Daily Briefing
    What's keeping shipping awake at night? Five key takeaways from Nor-Shipping 2025 | Race is on to save Zodiac Maritime...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JUNE 9, 2025
  • Pause on tariffs prompts US retailers to upgrade summer import forecast
    Cargo landing at the country's ports in July will be 20% higher than the forecast made just last month by the National Retailer Federation and Hackett Associates.
  • Car carrier operators face changes to USTR voyage fee plans
    In a 10-page notice published Friday, the USTR said it was now proposing a fee of $14 per net ton on foreign-built vehicle carriers, including roll-on/roll-off (ro/ro) vessels, arriving in US waters.
  • US chassis providers getting equipment ready for US import surge
    TRAC Intermodal, DCLI and FlexiVan Leasing began unstacking chassis shortly after the Trump administration last month announced a 90-day pause on the 145% tariffs on Chinese imports.
  • Cross-border truckload marketplace expands into Canada
    Demand from Cargado's freight broker customers to add US-Canada carriers to its vetted network led the company to move to the northern border.
  • Cargo origin will determine trade war winners and losers among US coasts
    Since the West Coast's share is higher for China-originating freight than any other region, any move away from China by importers can be expected to negatively affect the USWC's share of inbound cargo, writes Larry Gross.

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TradeWinds web site
JUNE 9, 2025
  • NYK banks on semi-autonomous shipping to ease Japan's crew crisis
    'Unmanned operation is not the objective' as Japanese shipping group and technology firm carry out demonstration project with four ships
  • Pakistani captain convicted of charges related to smuggling weapons to Houthis
    US federal jury finds Muhammad Pahlawan guilty in case that opened window to Iranian smuggling network
  • Handysize bulker spot rates for US Gulf Coast exports rise to near seven-month high
    Steady demand meets thin availability list to lift sentiment
  • Proponents of Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill tout Coast Guard investment as controversy continues
    Coast Guard hearing came as president and Elon Musk feuded over massive spending bill
  • Shipping veteran teams with $50bn private equity group to hunt maritime tech takeovers
    US-based GTCR forms Maris Investments with Manish Singh at the helm
  • Boxship blast leaves four seafarers missing
    Smoke seen rising from Wan Hai Lines container vessel off the coast of India
  • Hayfin's Andreas Povlsen explains value of scale and the trials of a public listing
    Alternative financier says more consolidation is needed as he aims for greater diversity in Hayfin's own fleet
  • Container ship blast leaves four seafarers missing
    Smoke seen rising from Wan Hai Lines containership off the coast of India
  • Divers battle to cap fuel leaks from sunken MSC boxship
    Indian officials say nurdles and containers have washed up on coastline of Kerala
  • Rising star Eman Abdalla leaves Cargill, destination unknown
    Influential voice on digital efficiency and sustainability also has roles in other prominent outfits
  • Divers battle to cap fuel leaks from sunken MSC container ship
    Indian officials say nurdles and containers have washed up on coastline of Kerala
  • Eni hooks up with YPF targeting Argentina LNG's larger FLNG units
    Two more giant floaters could be in making for Italian company as it grows geographical spread
  • Container ship newbuilding orders hit fresh all-time high
    Boxship orderbook veers towards 10m teu and one-third of the fleet
  • Caravel becomes second-biggest shareholder in Pacific Basin Shipping
    Hong Kong group began building its stake in the owner-operator earlier this year
  • VLCC rates hit 'rock-bottom' as markets sink to five-month lows
    Brokers argue there is no further for big tanker earnings to fall
  • Stricken MSC boxship has more fuel tanks emptied as lightering vessel arrives
    General cargo ship Eems Dublin on site to take more containers from grounded vessel
  • Crude 'cannibals' return as brokers count 10 suezmax tankers fixed to load clean cargoes
    LR2 rates to come under pressure as bigger vessels muscle in on trades
  • Caravel Group becomes second-biggest shareholder in Pacific Basin Shipping with new buys
    Hong Kong group began building its stake in the owner-operator earlier this year
  • MOL property arm buys London office for Europe-Africa HQ
    Japanese shipowner said $229m deal was part of a strategy to invest outside key shipping markets
  • Singapore firm moves into shipowning with order in Germany
    Lloyd Werft to build first cable-layer for engineering group
  • Arne Blystad lines up first container ship newbuildings in four years
    Norwegian owner has made a provisional order for three newbuildings at Jinglu
  • Radziwill's Stone Shipping forces down rate for Diana bulker
    Charterer picks up panamax for $4,000 per day less than current deal with Cargill
  • Clarksons predicts demand growth for shuttle tankers as orderbook hits $2.9bn
    Research boss Stephen Gordon notes new fields will need specialist ships
  • Cleaves fund dumps Golden Ocean and Hafnia stock in 'volatile' markets
    Norwegian investment bank is cautious in the short term, but bullish on shipping's long-term prospects
  • Hayfin's Andreas Povlsen plots to top $600m debut for second maritime fund
    Alternative financier's maritime chief tells TradeWinds there are many opportunities for the right deal
  • Somtrans doubles up on LNG bunker vessel newbuildings
    Family-run company thinks big on LNGBVs with option on third unit also penciled in
  • Radziwill's Stone Shipping forces down rate for Diana bulker
    Charterer picks up panamax for $4,000 per day less than current deal with Cargill
  • 'Huge gap in knowledge': Security firm Ambrey targets tech-backed growth as maritime risks grow
    Armed guard provider for ships in the Red Sea has expanded its operations in a period of turmoil

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American Shipper web site
JUNE 9, 2025
  • DHL Express locks out workers in Canada, adding to parcel uncertainty
    DHL Express Canada says it has taken steps to minimize any disruption from a lockout and strike over a contract dispute with union workers.
  • Retailers see cargo surge coming
    The pause in tariffs will boost containerized imports through U.S. ports this summer, according to the National Retail Federation, but at lower levels than a year ago.
  • Canada Post, mail carriers remain far apart on contract as talks resume
    Canada Post and its unionized letter carriers are negotiating again on a collective bargaining agreement, but their inability to resolve differences is compounding problems at the national mail carrier.
  • WATCH: Four crew missing after container ship explosion off coast of India
    Four sailors are missing and five were injured after an explosion aboard a Singapore-flagged container ship off the coast of India.

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Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.
Paris
It will become operational in 2027
SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori
Rome
The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation
Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.
Rome
Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
Taranto
Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).
Hedehusene
Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.
Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.
Milan
Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.
Genoa
Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
Antwerp
In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.
London/Brussels
Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.
ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.
Brussels
Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.
PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously
Genoa
Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.
Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation
Rome
The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen
Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Los Angeles
Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.
HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs
Seoul
The ships will be delivered by April 2029
Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Kuala Lumpur
The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
La Spezia
A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation
In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.
Batam
This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"
South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.
Beijing
Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group
Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter
Singapore
By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes
Genoa
Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference
The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.
Washington
"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."
Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.
Oslo
From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.
Livorno
Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Beijing
Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.
Ankara
Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded
ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.
Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector
Rome
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%
Naples
Cruise passengers on the rise
New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months
Washington
National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts
In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.
Madrid
The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros
ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels
Haifa
The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.
ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion
Zurich/Tokyo
ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people
Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.
Genoa
Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.
Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion
Brussels
The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted
SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug
Santiago
An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Cairo/Ismailia
In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%
Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"
Naples/Rome
Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.
Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard
Sebenico
The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters
In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
Palermo
The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Catania
In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.
Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Barcelona/Algeciras
In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.
Rome
The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China
Genoa
It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.
A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.
Vado Ligure
Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata
Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement
Naples
Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports
The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.
Gioia Tauro
Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.
The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.
La Spezia
The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.
Valencia
In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.
Long Beach
Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.
Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.
Genoa
Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
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Arrival ports by:
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- country
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Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector
Genoa
Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels
The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
Rome/Trieste
Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement
Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits
Rome
Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory
Ismailia
They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
A 16.3% drop was recorded in September
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France
Trondheim/Brest
Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks
Brussels
They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods
Rome
A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo
Palermo
Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan
In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%
Hong Kong
Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies
Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years
Palermo
Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.
Taranto
Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas
One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies
Amsterdam/London
Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships
Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.
Rome
At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.
Nola
Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.
Athens
They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.
Rozzano
The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)
Valencia
In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel
The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.
Pozzallo
It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm
Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises
Monfalcone
It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.
Rome
This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.
The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.
Genoa
The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector
Rome
Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.
Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena
Mesero
Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.
Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.
San Donato Milanese
The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.
Naples
Serious irregularities found on board
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
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho
(Leadership)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%
Venice
The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico
The Eagle
The sale will be completed in the next few days
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.
Ferrara
The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities
The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.
London
Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch
In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%
Taranto
The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped
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