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Exim India web site
JULY 10, 2025
  • Able Shipping Agencies (India) Pvt. Ltd. marks 25 years of excellence in the trade
  • India showcases its maritime investment potential in London
  • MSC leads global cellular fleet growth in H1 2025
  • India plans 8 mega clusters to revolutionise shipbuilding industry
  • Exporters relieved as Trump extends tariff date to Aug. 1
  • IMO calls for intense diplomatic efforts to stop attacks on ships in the Red Sea
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  • Cyprus firms to invest Rs 10,000 cr. in India's shipping
  • Steel import dips by 30 pc in Q1 FY26
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International Transport Journal web site
JULY 10, 2025
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  • Globe Air Cargo Switzerland wins Thai Airways GSSA deal
  • Joint Mol / Kinetics floating data centre project
  • Pioneering drone-based express deliveries in the Nordics
  • UK approves infrastructure upgrade
  • Geodis names Americas CEO
  • Strategic expansion boosts Acito's overseas services
  • WA commits AUD 204 million to ports
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The Loadstar web site
JULY 9, 2025
  • Europe's barge operators struggle with low water and few other options
  • Shipping lines are sub-letting tonnage to profit from firm charter market
  • Led by Rhenus, 'Big Logistics' named and shamed in Italy
  • Insight into Intra-Americas: South America-North America
  • US freight woes: catching 'inflection' early with XPO and ArcBest?
  • China offers European forwarders automotive logistics opportunities
  • Clear choice for shippers and forwarders, thanks to Rijeka terminal moves
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Marine Log web site
JULY 9, 2025
  • VIDEO: Artemis eFoiler CTV in action at Scottish wind farm
    A demonstration project led by Belfast, Northern Ireland-based Artemis Technologies, has successfully completed a technical demonstration of a dual propulsion Artemis eFoiler CTV at Aberdeen Offshore Wind Farm on the east coast
  • Damen set to make a fast delivery of a Fast Ferry 4212
    Damen Shipyards Group has signed a contract with South Korea's Starline Co. Ltd. for the delivery of a new Damen Fast Ferry 4212. Available from stock at Damen Song Cam Shipyard in
  • Davie acquires Finland's Enersense Offshore
    Hard on the heels of its agreement to acquire Gulf Copper's Texas shipyards, Canadian shipbuilder Davie is on the acquisition trail again, this time in Finland. Quebec-based Davie, which is the owner
  • Port Fourchon moves ahead on Argent LNG project
    At its monthly board meeting on July 9, the Greater Lafourche Port Commission announced it approved the payment and acquisition of a 743-acre tract from the State of Louisiana, paving the way
  • Eco Boss Cap propeller hub now in production
    EcoNavis Solutions, a spin-off from the University of Strathclyde in Scotland has begun production of its patented Eco Boss Cap propeller hub, marking the transformation of a university-led research project into an
  • JAXPORT now first U.S. Southeast port of call following Premier Alliance service change
    The Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT) is now the first Southeast U.S. port of call in the Premier Alliance's East Coast 3 (EC3) container service, which directly connects Jacksonville with ports in Thailand,

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Container News web site
JULY 9, 2025
  • India's shipyards set sail to challenge China in the Indian Ocean
    As China welds its two mammoth state-owned builders into a single leviathan, India is responding with a very different playbook: partnerships, policy nudges and a dash of Korean know-how. The result is a fast-moving shipbuilding contest that could reshape who services and ultimately controls merchant fleets criss-crossing the Indian Ocean. On 4 July, Cochin Shipyard Limited inked a sweeping memor
  • Fight over new Santos terminal underscores competition among shipping lines
    Ambiguous bidding criteria has delayed the auction to operate the new Tecon 10 mega-terminal in Brazil's Santos port, the largest in South America. Initially, Brazil's National Waterway Transportation Agency's (Antaq) original proposal allowed all interested parties to submit bids with no restrictions
  • EcoNavis begins production of Eco Boss Cap
    EcoNavis Solutions has officially kicked off production of its innovative Eco Boss Cap. Eco Boss Cap is a new propeller hub retrofit designed to improve fuel efficiency and reduce cavitation. What began as a research initiative out of the University of Strathclyde has now moved from concept to commercial reality. The first unit, destined for installation on a general cargo vessel, has been cast a
  • CONPAS enables direct export container booking at Hanshin Port
    Container Fast Pass (CONPAS), a port information system developed and operated by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT), will allow container shipping companies to make bookings for loaded export containers delivered to Hanshin Port starting 14 July 2025. Currently, container shipping companies must make such bookings through shipping agents, but from 14 July 2025, th
  • Cargo-partner grows UK road services from Bradford
    Cargo-partner, a group company of NIPPON EXPRESS HOLDINGS, INC., marks a significant milestone in its UK operations, expanding its road transport services from Bradford, the newly named UK City of Culture 2025. The announcement aligns with Bradford's rising profile both culturally and economically, adding momentum to Cargo Partner's presence in the region. Bradford office, located in the heart of
  • Port of Long Beach to offer free harbor cruises
    The Port of Long Beach is inviting the public aboard for a rare, up-close look at one of the world's busiest seaports this Saturday, July 12. In celebration of the 20th anniversary of its groundbreaking Green Port Policy, the Port will host a series of free harbor cruises, no reservations required. This special event will feature five narrated boat tours throughout the day, each lasting 90 minute
  • Freightos Weekly Update: Transpacific ocean rates continue to slide
    "President Trump signed an executive order on Monday extending the pause of the White House's reciprocal tariff roll outs for a long list of US trading partners from July 9th to August 1st. Trump also sent letters to the governments of fourteen countries communicating the extension and specifying the tariff rate that will go into effect in a few weeks. These tariff levels were generally similar t
  • GEODIS rolls out new digital sales platform
    GEODIS has officially launched a new fully digital sales platform in France, in a move aimed at making logistics more accessible to small and medium-sized businesses. The new digital channel is now available directly from the company's website. In just a few clicks, business customers can request a quote, pay for their order online and schedule a pickup for their goods. The new digital channel ca
  • Port Newark adds new electric truck charging station
    The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has unveiled a new electric truck charging station at Port Newark. This is a significant move toward reducing emissions in drayage operations and supporting the region's broader clean energy goals. Located at the truck welcome center, the station includes four high-powered, 350-kilowatt DC fast chargers. The idea is to offer truck drivers a convenient
  • China's decision to merge the main shipyards reflects an attempt to maritime dominance
    China's recent decision to merge its two massive shipbuilding conglomerates, China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC) and China Shipbuilding Industry Corporation (CSIC), has quietly set the stage for a fundamental shift in the global maritime order. With final approval from the Shanghai Stock Exchange, the RMB 115.2 billion share-swap consolidates more than 400 billion yuan in assets under a s
  • CMA CGM reaches 4 Million TEU milestone
    Based on Alphaliner's latest report, French container shipping powerhouse CMA CGM has officially crossed the 4 million TEU mark in operated capacity. This growth cemented its position as the third-largest container carrier globally, leaving behind MSC (6.7 million TEU) and Maersk (4.6 million TEU). This new milestone not only highlights CMA CGM's impressive fleet growth, but also reflects the gro
  • Global Ship Lease receives affirmed credit ratings and stable outlooks
    Global Ship Lease announced that three major credit rating agencies have reaffirmed the company's credit ratings and maintained stable outlooks. Moody's Investors Service upheld its Ba2 Corporate Family Rating, S&P Global Ratings confirmed its BB+ long-term issuer credit rating, and Kroll Bond Rating Agency also affirmed a BB+ corporate rating, along with a BBB/stable investment grade rating for
  • European carriers dominate global container shipping
    In the ever-evolving landscape of global container shipping, European carriers continue to hold a commanding lead, despite fierce competition from Asia. According to the latest data from Alphaliner's Top 30 container shipping companies, European shipping lines collectively control 55.1% of the global container fleet capacity
  • KWE expands partnership with Cathay Pacific
    Kintetsu World Express (KWE) signed an expanded agreement with Cathay Pacific Airways to extend its use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) through 2027. KWE steps up its commitment to cutting carbon emissions in the air cargo sector. This latest deal builds on an established partnership between the two companies, which began with pilot discussions back in 2021. KWE was one of the founding partici
  • Wärtsilä to power major mining project in Pakistan
    Wärtsilä has landed a major contract to supply a 204-megawatt power plant for the Reko Diq copper-gold mining project in Pakistan. The plant will run on a dozen Wärtsilä 50-series engines and is designed to deliver a dependable, cost-effective energy source in one of Pakistan's most remote regions. The order was placed by Reko Diq Mining Company (RDMC) and booked by Wärtsilä during Q2 2025. Deliv
  • Everllence reaches landmark ME-GI engine
    Everllence CEO Dr Uwe Lauber presented Hapag-Lloyd CEO Rolf Habben Jansen and Managing Director Fleet Silke Lehmköster with a commemorative plaque celebrating Hapag-Lloyd's purchase of an Everllence B&W 7G95ME-GI dual-fuel engine, the 1,000th ME-GI ordered to date. The engine is destined for a container vessel now under construction at Jiangsu New Yangzi Shipbuilding. Habben Jansen highlighted th
  • ABS approves new floating turbine
    American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) has granted an approval in principle (AIP) to Hanwha Ocean for its newly designed floating wind turbine platform. The concept, called WindHive 15-H3, is a semisubmersible platform designed to support 15-megawatt (MW) turbines using three hexagonal columns. The innovative structure has gone through a thorough review process by ABS, ensuring compliance with both cl
  • Bilbao Port Authority launches new train planning and tracking service
    The Bilbao Port Authority has introduced a new telematic service within its e-puertobilbao platform, specifically designed to enhance train operations at the Port of Bilbao. This new feature, known as the eportua train service, is tailored for stakeholders involved in rail transport, including traffic controllers, railway companies, and maritime terminals, aiming to improve coordination, communic
  • Tariff deadline delay creates more market uncertainty
    Continued uncertainty over the enforcement of US tariffs has unsettled the markets again as the Trump administration delays import duties until 1 August but reveals tax levels on 14 countries. Having announced 25% tariffs on Japanese and South Korean exports on 7 July, there appeared to be some discrepancy over the implementation date, with treasury secretary Scott Bessent finally clearing up the
  • How Cape of Good Hope rerouting is skyrocketing container loss risk
    The 2024 data from the World Shipping Council and South African Maritime Safety Authority underscores a specific and growing operational risk for global shipping: increased container loss due to rerouting around the Cape of Good Hope, which has replaced the Red Sea-Suez Canal corridor for many vessels due to geopolitical instability. The prime suspect is geography. Source: WSC Report With liner s
  • Folk Maritime expands South Red Sea service
    Folk Maritime Services Company has announced the enhancement of its South Red Sea Service, introducing a revised rotation aimed at boosting regional trade connectivity. The updated service will operate on a 10-day loop from Jeddah Islamic Port (JED), connecting major Red Sea ports in a streamlined sequence: JED - Port Sudan (PZU) - JED - Djibouti (DJI) - Aden (ADE) - JED. The move reinforces Jedd
  • Emirates SkyCargo launches specialized solution for aircraft engine transport
    Emirates SkyCargo has unveiled a new specialized product, designed specifically for the secure and efficient transport of one of aviation's most critical and high-value assets: aircraft engines. The solution falls under a newly introduced vertical, Aerospace and Engineering, aimed at providing precision handling, rapid transit, and technical expertise for complex aerospace cargo. "With world-clas

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Splash web site
JULY 9, 2025
  • Trafigura takes stake in ZeroNorth
    Global commodities powerhouse Trafigura has taken a strategic equity stake in a well-known vessel optimisation brand, ZeroNorth. The new partnership will see ZeroNorth's platform deployed across Trafigura's controlled fleet of over 350 vessels, including its voyage optimisation systems, emissions analytics and vessel reporting tools. While financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed, th
  • Hanwha Shipping bags third VLCC newbuild
    Hanwha Shipping, the shipowning arm of South Korean builder Hanwha Ocean, has added another vessel to its growing in-house fleet, placing an order for an additional VLCC. The Okpo-based yard - formerly known as Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering (DSME) - is scheduled to deliver the 300,000 dwt scrubber-fitted supertanker in mid-2027. Hanwha Shipping was ...
  • Navios Maritime adds to South Korean boxship newbuild series
    Greece's Navios Maritime Partners is ramping up its exposure in the container shipping sector with a fresh order for four modern boxships at South Korea's HJ Shipbuilding & Construction. The Angeliki Frangou-led company is understood to have signed for four 8,000 teu vessels, in a deal valued at approximately $440m, building on its prior orderbook ...
  • Sinokor books four boxships at HD Hyundai yards
    South Korean shipowner Sinokor Merchant Marine has placed an order with compatriot shipbuilder HD Hyundai, securing four containerships in a deal valued at KRW 834.8bn ($611m). HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering, the holding company of HD Hyundai, revealed the contract in a stock exchange filing, without disclosing the counterparty, but shipbuilding sources have named ...
  • Trump wipes out subsidies for wind and solar power
    US president Donald Trump has signed an executive order to eliminate subsidies for green energy sources, more precisely wind and solar power, as he makes another step on his warpath against renewable energy. The order directs the secretary of the treasury to terminate the clean electricity production and investment tax credits for wind and solar ...
  • Sedna extends acquisition streak with Dataloy Systems buy
    UK-based Sedna is pressing ahead with its expansion in the maritime tech space with the acquisition of Norwegian voyage management software specialist Dataloy Systems. Bergen-based Dataloy Systems, with over 20 years of experience, serves a global client roster that includes Saga Welco, Golden Ocean, Stena Bulk, and Klaveness. The company's platform supports voyage planning, chartering, ...
  • Northern Drilling wins $40m deal for campaign off Namibia
    John Fredriksen-controlled Northern Ocean, a semisub spin-off of Northern Drilling, has won a contract for one of its rigs with a subsidiary of Rhino Resources. The deal is for the 2018-built Deepsea Mira for operations in Namibia set to start in mid-July 2025. The contract includes one firm well for Rhino, one firm well for ...
  • War risk soars as Red Sea reels from deadly Houthi attacks
    Maritime security in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden has deteriorated sharply after Yemen's Houthi rebels launched devastating attacks on two commercial vessels, raising alarm across the global shipping industry and triggering a steep surge in war risk premiums. The Houthis released a video yesterday showing what appears to be the deliberate sinking of ...
  • Aker Solutions to modify Equinor platform for subsea tie-in
    Norway's Aker Solutions has been awarded a contract by Equinor to prepare the topside of the Troll C offshore platform to receive and process production from the Fram Sør tie-in. Fram Sør will be developed as a subsea tie-in to Troll C and will utilise the existing processing capacity on the platform. The area is ...
  • Genco tied to Nissen cape acquisition
    Brokers' sources tell Splash that Japanese owner Nissen Shipping has let go of one of its many modern capes, selling the 2020-built Bulk Ginza-a 182,900 dwt, Imabari-built cape-for just under $64m. The ship is noted to have been sold on a forward delivery basis and will be delivered to its new owner at the end ...
  • Transworld takes on its largest boxships to date
    Dubai-based Transworld Group has acquired two 2,478 teu sister ships - Seaspan Loga and Seaspan Hannover - from Canadian shipowner Seaspan Corp, according to Alphaliner. The total transaction value is $27.5m, with Seaspan Loga sold for $13.2m and Seaspan Hannover for $14.3m. The acquisition adds two larger feedermax vessels to Transworld's growing portfolio, pushing its ...
  • CMA CGM hits 4m teu milestone
    Alphaliner is reporting French container shipping giant CMA CGM has officially crossed the 4m teu threshold in operated capacity this week. The achievement cements CMA CGM's position as the world's third-largest container carrier, trailing only MSC (6.7m teu) and Maersk (4.6m teu). This latest milestone represents a quadrupling of CMA CGM's size over the past ...
  • Davie acquires second Finnish shipyard
    Davie, the Québec-based international shipbuilder and owner of Helsinki Shipyard, is acquiring Enersense Offshore, another Finnish shipyard based in Mäntyluoto, a port district of the city of Pori. The smaller yard will be used to supply local steel to Helsinki Shipyard as well as to Davie's operations in North America. "This deal will reinforce our ...
  • LS Marine Solution picked for cabling work on South Korean offshore wind farm
    South Korean subsea cable contractor LS Marine Solution has been selected as the preferred bidder for the subsea cable installation portion of the Shinan Ui offshore wind project. The 390MW project is being developed by a consortium led by Hanwha Ocean and SK E&S affiliate SK Eternix. The project is set to be the starting ...
  • K Shipbuilding put up for sale
    South Korea's revitalised mid-sized shipbuilder, K Shipbuilding, has been officially put on the market, with owners targeting a sale price of up to KRW1trn ($730m). The sale marks a dramatic turnaround for the former STX Offshore & Shipbuilding, which had once been under court receivership following the 2008 global financial crisis. Once the world's fourth-largest ...
  • Kerala sues MSC for $1.1bn over environmental disaster caused by sinking of 28-year-old boxship
    The Kerala state government has filed an admiralty suit against Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), seeking $1.1bn in compensation for environmental and economic damages resulting from the sinking of the MSC Elsa-3 off the state's coast on May 25. The Liberian-flagged, 1997-built containership, en route from Vizhinjam to Kochi, capsized approximately 13 nautical miles off Alappuzha ...
  • Samsung Heavy bags preliminary deal for Mozambique's second FLNG unit
    Samsung Heavy said the deal to construct a floating liquefied natural gas unit was signed with a European shipping company operating in Africa. The preliminary contract for the FLNG unit is worth 869.4bn won ($637m). According to the company's statement, the final agreement is expected to be signed later. The preliminary contract will expire at ...
  • $1.3bn set to be spent developing Hamburg port
    Germany's top port, Hamburg, has unveiled a sweeping infrastructure investment of €1.1bn ($1.29bn) aimed at modernising its container handling capabilities at the Waltershofer Hafen. This large-scale development will significantly upgrade navigational access, expand terminal capacity, and usher in an era of automated and climate-friendly operations. At the heart of the investment lies a strategic

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Lloyd's List web site
JULY 9, 2025
  • US sanctions more 'shadow banking' entities facilitating Iranian oil trades
    The US slapped more sanctions on entities involved in facilitating Iran's oil exports, designating 22 entities in Hong Kong, the...
  • Peak season may have already peaked as Trump tariffs darken outlook
    The main effect of Trump's tariffs on container shipping in the first half was on timing - frontloading and pauses. During...
  • Red Sea rescue falls to private security in the absence of any naval assets
    The conspicuous absence of any naval vessels available to help defend two ships sunk by the Houthis this week, or...
  • Latsis Group orders up to four boxships in China
    Order for 1,900 teu vessels at Huangpu Wenchong comes amid increased focus on feeder segment
  • Why shipowners need cyber insurance as well as H&M and P&I
    'A few lines of code can bring a marine shipping business to a grinding halt,' says Lockton's Pordham
  • Secondhand boxship market suffering from limited supply of sales candidates
    Despite geopolitical uncertainties, buying interest remains strong across all vessel size segments
  • Eleven sea robberies in Singapore Strait in one week raises concerns over record-high year
    While most cases remain low in severity, enhanced patrols and vigilance are urged to prevent further escalation
  • WTW launches $200m cargo facility
    New facility is designed to safeguard cargo owners from geopolitical risks such as terrorism, war and political violence
  • Fujian Highton invests $65m to expand dry bulker fleet
    Tight supply and expected rise in trade volumes are driving the fleet renewal in dry market
  • Houthis take 'several' of sunk bulker's crew
    UPDATED: A number of the crew from Eternity C who abandoned ship have been picked up by Houthi forces. The...
  • Vehicle carrier markets still buoyant but clouds on the horizon
    Strong newbuilding ordering activity of recent years is now over, says Veson Nautical associate director, valuation & analytics, Dan Nash
  • The Daily View: Reassessing risk
  • Taiwanese shipbuilders caught in Beijing's cross-straits export controls
    CSBC says the impact is minor, but Chinese shipbuilding experts suggest the ban could potentially raise building costs for Taiwanese...
  • Daily Briefing
    Houthi attacks raise risk assessment questions for Red Sea transits | Three dead and two injured as Houthi attacks continue...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JULY 9, 2025
  • New Houthi attacks likely kill hopes of shipping returning to Red Sea this year
    With two attacks on commercial vessels in recent days, including one that killed three mariners, any thought that the risk in the Red Sea was easing to the point the Suez route might be restored in the near future has vanished.
  • MSC outstripping rivals on new capacity for 2025: Alphaliner
    Mediterranean Shipping Co. is furthering its lead in vessel tonnage so far this year as it absorbs more than double the amount of new capacity added by No. 2 carrier Maersk.
  • US retailers upgrade import forecast after tariff deadline extended to Aug. 1
    But the mini-rush will be short-lived, with imports falling month-to-month between August and November, the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates said in their latest Global Port Tracker.
  • India-US 'Indamex' string drops Charleston, adds more ships to bolster reliability
    The moves by CMA CGM were made to improve westbound transit times that remain a challenge due to ongoing vessel diversions around southern Africa.

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TradeWinds web site
JULY 9, 2025
  • Red Sea rescue tug operator wins two-year sanctions battle
    Dubai-based Swedish Management continued to operate in the world's most dangerous shipping zone despite listing
  • Shipping industry groups call for defence of freedom of navigation after Houthi attacks
    Tragic incidents reveal need to protect vital sea lanes, five associations say
  • Daring to be different: The shipping pioneers backing sail-powered ships
    Confident, courageous, unconventional or mad? These are the shipping leaders pursuing the winds of change
  • Houthi video shows second ship sinking in three days as deadly campaign restarts
    Yemeni group takes shipping world by surprise, sinking Greek bulkers trading with Israel
  • Houthis claim to have 'rescued' crew from Greek bulker they sunk
    Nineteen seafarers are missing from Cosmoship-managed vessel, which Yemeni rebels sank
  • 'No premium I could charge to cover this': Deadly return of Houthis sees war risk insurers pull back
    Insurance sources report offer of cover has been withdrawn after devastating double strike by Houthi militants
  • Pankaj Khanna-led Heidmar moves on Marinakis boxship
    CEO calls deal key milestone as firm expands beyond tankers and bulkers
  • US tariffs fail to dent resilient car carrier volumes
    Time charter rates have fallen in the sector, but Asian exports keep up, analyst say
  • Majority of crew missing from Greek bulker attacked by Houthis
    Search and rescue operation underway for the Eternity C's seafarers
  • Marielena Procopiou venture Akrotiri Tankers resumes expansion with clean carrier buy
    Fledgling company stays focused on LR1s, acquiring 15-year-old unit from Hellenic peer Prime Marine
  • Sedna extends acquisition streak with fourth purchase in eight months
    London-based maritime communications platform has bought a Norwegian firm in latest deal
  • HFW partners set for bigger payouts as profit hits new record
    Shipping and insurance law firm pushes revenue to all-time high
  • Tor Olav Troim-linked venture flips drillships first ordered by John Fredriksen
    Eldorado Drilling, which included hotel tycoon Petter Stordalen as an investor, offloads pair delivered last year
  • Trafigura buys into ZeroNorth as it signs 350-ship fleet deal
    Charterer and owner to use optimisation services in another win for Danish tech company
  • MSC pulls away from rest of liner pack as fleet hits 6.6m teu
    French carrier CMA CGM's fleet breaches 4m teu to close in on second-largest carrier, Maersk
  • Russian roulette: Sabotage attacks create a new world order of risk for shipping and its mainstream owners
    A series of explosions on vessels calling at Russian ports has supercharged risk, but how can shipping price that in?
  • Second quarter LNG freight market flurry unlikely to change fundamentals, brokers say
    Shops marshal their thoughts on mid-2025 market, with one saying the sector is 'navigating rough waters'
  • Excelerate Energy set to upgrade FSRU in Brazil with reliquefaction unit
    Company's newbuilding launched in South Korea as name of as-yet unemployed unit filters out
  • HFW partners set for bigger pay-outs as profit hits new record
    Shipping and insurance law firm also pushes up revenue to all-time high
  • Pirate attacks on shipping up 50% in first half of 2025
    Incidents in Singapore Straits make up 63% of total
  • Twenty crew members missing from Greek bulker attacked by Houthis
    Search and rescue operation underway for the Eternity C's seafarers
  • Fresh delays hit Cyprus LNG terminal project while FSRU awaits 'missing components'
    Saga of delayed regas unit rumbles on as state-run energy company reveals cost of its stay off Malaysia
  • Suezmax tankers and LNG carriers buck trend among cautious buyers
    Veson Nautical says uncertainty and regulatory tightening have been suppressing S&P appetite
  • Clarion Shipping buys feeder ship for first Nigerian container line
    New cabotage operator launches with the Ocean Dragon
  • Newbuild market boosts Kongsberg's maritime revenue and profit growth
    CEO Geir Haoy sees significant demand for energy-efficient solutions
  • Houthis renew war on shipping with new tactics and targets
    Yemeni militant group learns that getting out on the water works, with fewer naval forces to stop them
  • Global disruption shaping the way owners think about risk, timing and capital, analysts say
    Veson Nautical analyses how industry has coped in turbulent six months - and what lies ahead
  • Mediterranean shipping in crisis as migrant flows from Libya surge
    Situation worsens after breakdown of relations between European Union and Libyan warlord Khalifa Haftar
  • June performance bodes well for Hoegh Autoliners' second quarter
    Volumes remained high, prompting Fearnleys to wonder if quarterly performance could best expectations
  • Investment fund and bank 'to sell' K Shipbuilding after riding order boom
    South Korean media cite sources saying yard will be offered at KRW 500bn
  • Shell and BP return to Libya in potential boost for tanker demand
    New hydrocarbon projects to be assessed in the North African country
  • Klaveness Combination Carriers trades through Middle East chaos as earnings outstrip MR tankers
    Norwegian owner deployed more capacity in caustic soda trades during second quarter
  • LNG rates see 'bumpy upward trend' with record newbuilding deliveries to squeeze seasonality
    Shops marshal their thoughts on mid-2025 market, with one saying the sector is 'navigating rough waters'
  • The making of 'Solvang 2.0': The inside story of landmark BlackRock deal
    Solvang CEO Edvin Endresen sees LPG joint venture as long-term platform for growth
  • Newbuild market boosts Kongsberg's maritime revenue and profit growth
    CEO Geir Haoy sees significant demand for energy-efficient solutions
  • Mastermind in Shell gasoil heist slapped with 25-year jail sentence
    He and his syndicate had misappropriated close to 154,000mt of MGO worth $78m
  • Singapore-based Richland Bulk adds two bulkers via Chinese leasing deals
    With two panamaxes in the bag, dry bulk player now controls a fleet of three vessels
  • Fujian Highton plans to splash $65m on bulk carriers
    Upcoming acquisitions will push its secondhand vessel spending over for past year to more than $300m
  • Japan's Nissen Kaiun pockets $75m from eye-catching sale of large container ship
    Deal follows delivery of German-owned boxship worth $96m to Economou's TMS Group

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American Shipper web site
JULY 9, 2025
  • June rebound as West Coast containers best East, Gulf ports
    Containerized imports through U.S. ports staged a modest comeback in June following a sharp drop in May.

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In 2025, container traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado Ligure reached a historic record of almost three million TEUs
Genoa
Cruise passengers increased by 6.1%; ferry passengers decreased by 4.0%.
Busan Port has again set its all-time record for annual container throughput.
Busan
Last year the total was 24.88 million TEUs (+2.0%)
Panama Ports Company has initiated arbitration proceedings against the Republic of Panama
Panama
Extensive damage reported and state authorities' reluctance to respond to repeated requests for confrontation
In 2025, freight traffic in Sardinia's ports grew by +3.0%
Cagliari
Slight decline in cruise passengers contained by the launch of home ports in Cagliari and Olbia
Freight traffic in the port of Barcelona to remain stable in 2025
Barcelona
In the fourth quarter alone, 16.7 million tonnes were handled (+4.5%)
Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd bring back India/Middle East-Mediterranean service via Suez
In 2025, ships transiting the Panama Canal increased by +14.1%
In 2025, ships transiting the Panama Canal increased by +14.1%
Panama
The ports of the Central American nation handled 9,915,357 containers (+3.6%)
Last year, container traffic in the port of Tangier Med reached a record 11.1 million TEUs (+8.4%)
Last year, container traffic in the port of Tangier Med reached a record 11.1 million TEUs (+8.4%)
Anjra
New all-time high in total goods
In 2025, Turkish ports handled a record traffic of 553.3 million tonnes of cargo (+4.0%)
Ankara
Container traffic in Italy reached a new all-time high of 678,715 TEUs (+9.8%). Ship traffic through the Bosphorus Strait declined.
APM Terminals will take over the interim management of the Panamanian ports of Cristóbal and Balboa.
Panama
President Mulino urged Panama Ports Company to cooperate fully in view of this new phase
New crop of historic records harvested by Chinese ports
New crop of historic records harvested by Chinese ports
Beijing
In 2025, maritime ports handled 11.63 billion tons of goods (+3.7%)
PPC denounces the contradictory nature of the ruling by the Supreme Court of Justice of Panama with respect to the current legal framework
Balboa
The company does not exclude the possibility of resorting to national and international legal action
Lukoil signs agreement with US-based Carlyle to sell the Russian group's international assets
Fly
The transaction will need to be authorized by the U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control.
Panama's Supreme Court of Justice declares the law on the concession contract with the Panama Ports Company unconstitutional.
Panama
Last year, PPC port terminals handled 3.9 million containers
Royal Caribbean Cruises has ordered two new cruise ships from Chantiers de l'Atlantique with options for four more
Royal Caribbean Cruises has ordered two new cruise ships from Chantiers de l'Atlantique with options for four more
Miami
New orders for ten new river vessels are planned. A record financial year.
CMA CGM establishes a joint venture with Stonepeak to which it will contribute ten container terminals
New York/Los Angeles
The American company will own 75% and 25% of the shares, respectively. It will invest 2.4 billion dollars.
German rail freight companies reject 37% increase in train path prices
Berlin
Die Güterbahnen urges the Minister of Transport to present the promised reform of the fare system
FS Logistix increases weekly rotations on the Duisburg-Milan railway line from six to ten
Milan
Two daily connections are made in each direction
In the fourth quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Zeebrugge decreased by -4.9%.
Antwerp
For the whole year the decline was -4.1%
Valletta Cruise Port records record annual cruise traffic
London
In 2025, there were 963 thousand passengers (+2.3%)
Evergreen invests up to nearly $1.5 billion in the construction of 23 container ships
Taipei
Seven 5,900 TEU vessels have been ordered from Jiangsu New Yangzi Shipbuilding and 16 3,100 TEU vessels from CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding.
In 2025, Spanish ports handled a record container traffic of almost 19 million TEUs
Madrid
New historic highs also for conventional goods and passengers
First container transhipment operation in an Algerian port
First container transhipment operation in an Algerian port
Algiers
It happened on Sunday at the port of Djen Djen
Truckers from Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, and North Macedonia block borders
Belgrade
Week-long protest against the EU's new entry/exit system
Resumption of attacks against ships in the Red Sea region threatened
Tehran
They would be implemented in response to an escalation of US and allied military actions in the region.
New annual record for maritime traffic in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore
New annual record for maritime traffic in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore
Port Klang
Last year, for the first time, over 100,000 ships passed through
New record of sailors abandoned by shipowners
London
In 2025, 6,223 crew members from 410 ships were abandoned
Two FMC commissioners call on the US government to take action against Canadian and Mexican ports
Washington
Enforcement of provision aimed at preventing freight carriers from evading the Harbor Maintenance Fee urged
Annual container traffic handled by the port of Algeciras remains stable.
Algeciras
A 6.2% decrease in the weight of goods in containers was recorded
The EU Commission authorizes Italy to provide financial support for rail operations in ports.
Rome
Incentives for a maximum total of 30 million euros over five years
Shipping companies urge further incentives to speed up restoration of Suez Canal transits
Shipping companies urge further incentives to speed up restoration of Suez Canal transits
Ismailia
The need to reduce insurance premiums for vessels transiting the Red Sea region was also highlighted.
€3.1 million in unpaid regional maritime property fees recovered in Campanian ports
Naples
422 default notices to non-compliant dealers
In November 2025, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado dropped by -5.5%.
Genoa
The two airports recorded percentage variations of -7.5% and +0.6% respectively
EU ETS: Interferry calls for a halt to the 100% charge for ferry emissions in 2026.
Victoria
The vast majority of the revenues from the maritime ETS - the association denounces - are diverted to the national budgets of the Member States.
The new configuration of the Ocean Alliance service network confirms seven calls at Italian ports
Hong Kong/Taipei
Two at the port of Genoa, two at that of La Spezia and one stop each at the ports of Vado Ligure, Trieste and Salerno
Last year, freight traffic in the port of Marseille-Fos increased by +5%
Last year, freight traffic in the port of Marseille-Fos increased by +5%
Marseille
Cruise passengers grow by +7%
AD Ports has acquired the Spanish shipyard Astilleros Balenciaga.
Abu Dhabi
Transaction worth 11.2 million euros
CMA CGM reports three services on the route around the Cape of Good Hope
Marseille
The international scenario - explains the French company - is complex and uncertain
COSCO Shipping Ports' terminals handled record container traffic last year
Hong Kong
Growth of +6.2% over 2024
In the fourth quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Venice grew by +13.5%
Venice
An increase of +4.9% was recorded for the whole year
Buffer areas to decongest the North West logistics system
Genoa
The proposal is from Connect. Let's remember, Palenzona warns, that the Italian system depends on road haulage.
In 2025, Russian ports handled 884.5 million tons of cargo (-0.4%)
In 2025, Russian ports handled 884.5 million tons of cargo (-0.4%)
St. Petersburg
In the fourth quarter alone, traffic was 231.1 million tonnes (+6%)
The port of Civitavecchia has set a new annual cruise traffic record
Civitavecchia
A 5.4% increase in transit passengers. Disembarking and embarking passengers remained stable.
A ship coming from Russia was seized in the port of Brindisi
Toasts
Alleged violation of sanctions against the Russian Federation
FS Logistix takes over railway operations in Area 6A of the Port of Antwerp.
Antwerp
New generation hybrid locomotives will be used
Greek Shipowners' Association urges EU to take measures to protect ships and crews
Piraeus
Call for expressions of interest for the refurbishment and management of the cruise terminal at the Port of Gibraltar
Gibraltar
Applicants must be willing to fully finance the work
In 2025, acts of piracy against ships increased by +18%
In 2025, acts of piracy against ships increased by +18%
Kuala Lumpur
A 43% decrease in accidents was recorded in the last quarter
InRail to manage the Interporto Pordenone intermodal terminal for a year
Pordenone
Temporary solution in view of the establishment of a public-private company
Turkey's Kuzey Star Shipyard to Build Shipyard in Syria's Tartous Port
Damascus
An investment of at least $190 million over five years is expected
In 2025, cargo traffic in Ukrainian ports decreased by -15%
Kiev
Container traffic grows by 66%
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong decreased by 5.7% last year.
Hong Kong
In the fourth quarter alone the decline was -8.0%
In 2025, PSA's port terminals handled record container traffic
Singapore
New peaks in volumes handled in Singapore and the group's overseas terminals
Chinese CMPort's port terminals handled record container traffic last year
Hong Kong
The total was 151.5 million TEUs, an increase of +4.0% over 2024.
COSCO orders 12 new 18,000-TEU and six 3,000-TEU containerships
Hong Kong
Jiangnan Shipyard, China Shipbuilding Trading, and COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry win $2.7 billion in orders.
The port of Trieste closed 2025 with a 0.7% growth in freight traffic thanks to the increase in crude oil prices.
Trieste
The port of Gioia Tauro has once again set its container traffic record
The port of Gioia Tauro has once again set its container traffic record
Gioia Tauro
In 2025, the previous peak recorded the previous year will increase by +14%.
Port of Singapore sets new all-time container throughput record
Port of Singapore sets new all-time container throughput record
Singapore
The port confirms its position as the world's second largest container port
The volume of cargo traffic in the port of Koper will remain unchanged in 2025.
Koper
Increase in containers and rolling stock. Decline in other types of cargo.
Taiwan's Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL close 2025 with double-digit revenue declines
Taipei/Keelung
In 2025, piracy attacks against ships in Asia increased by +23%
Singapore
The severity of accidents has decreased
The Democratic Party accuses the government of blocking investments in ports and placing the Port System Authorities under special administration.
Rome/Genoa
Nova Marine Carriers, Bolten and Ership have acquired full control of VCK Port Logistics.
Lugano
Amsterdam has developed its only covered terminal capable of operating in all weather conditions.
In the fourth quarter of 2025, revenues generated by OOCL's containership fleet decreased by -17.2%.
Hong Kong
Transported volumes increased by +0.8%
TKMS submits non-binding offer to buy German Naval Yards
TKMS submits non-binding offer to buy German Naval Yards
Kiel
The Kiel-based company builds naval vessels and luxury yachts
Over two tons of cocaine seized in the port of Genoa
Genoa
Once placed on the market, the drug would have earned criminal organizations around 1.5 billion euros.
Seatrade acquires strategic stake in JR Shipping
Harlingen
The Dutch company will continue to operate as an independent and autonomous organisation
In 2025, Ningbo-Zhoushan confirmed its position as the world's leading port in terms of total cargo traffic.
In 2025, Ningbo-Zhoushan confirmed its position as the world's leading port in terms of total cargo traffic.
Ningbo
Over 1.4 billion tons of cargo were moved. Approximately 43 million containers were transported.
In 2025 the port of Ravenna recorded its new historical record for annual freight traffic
Ravenna
Never-before-seen volume of cargo handled in the fourth quarter alone
The Sardinian Port Authority relies on the Financial Times' AI-based consultancy to understand which strategies, projects, and infrastructures to implement.
Cagliari
Direct award of an estimated value of 140,000 euros
The disposal of sediment from dredging in the port of La Spezia at the new breakwater in Genoa has been approved.
La Spezia
Approval has been granted for the transfer of 282,000 cubic meters to be carried out during 2026.
In November, ship traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +16.0%
Cairo
In the first eleven months of 2025, 11,620 ships passed through (-4.8%)
ABB to build shore power systems at three container terminals in the Port of Rotterdam
Rotterdam/Zurich
They will be able to recharge up to 32 container ships simultaneously
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by 5.8% last month.
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by 5.8% last month.
Beijing
Foreign cargoes increased by 8.2%. Containers increased by 8.9%.
Freewheeling, the increase in highway tolls certifies the failure of the government and Minister Salvini's road haulage policies.
Modena
Franchini: First excise duties, now tolls; a double blow that directly affects small businesses.
Trasportounito attributes responsibility for the increases in motorway tolls to the Constitutional Court and the ART
Genoa/Rome
Casu and Simiani (PD): But is it the judges' fault if Salvini can't be a minister?
Xtera Topco will be acquired by a joint venture owned by Prysmian (80%) and Fincantieri (20%)
Milan/Trieste
The transaction involves an enterprise value of $65 million
China launches drill to test cutting Taiwan's maritime links
Beijing
Maneuvers near the main port areas
In October, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado decreased by -1.8%
Genoa
In the first ten months of 2025, 52.9 million tonnes were handled (-1.0%)
On January 1st, the presidency of the UIRR will be assumed by Jürgen Albersmann
Brussels
He is vice president and CEO of Contargo
A Maersk Line ship has returned to transit the Suez Canal
A Maersk Line ship has returned to transit the Suez Canal
Ismailia
Rabie: Normal traffic levels will be reached in the region in the second half of 2026
Wärtsilä reports significant growth in quarterly and annual results for the Marine segment
Helsinki
The Finnish group's new orders acquired in 2025 remain stable.
Dutch company Portwise has been bought by its compatriot Haskoning
Rijswijk
The company offers solutions for optimizing terminal operations through automation and electrification
Construction of the first of six container ships for Italia Marittima has begun in China.
Trieste
The ships, which will be able to use traditional fuel and methanol, will have a capacity of 2,400 TEUs
In the Strait of Hormuz, armed vessels ordered a US tanker to stop
Southampton/London
GTS announces new rail services between the port of Genoa and central and southern Italy.
Bari
Connections via the Segrate Milan terminal
The number of dual-fuel vessels employed by liner shipping lines is set to double by 2025
Washington
Currently, 74% of the order book consists of units of this type
Kuehne+Nagel expands CargoCity South at Frankfurt Airport
Schindellegi
A new facility will be completed and taken over at the end of 2028
AD Ports signs agreement to build and operate multipurpose terminal at Matadi Port
Abu Dhabi/Kinshasa
Relaunch of the Banana Deepwater Port Construction Project
Confitarma: The Revenue Agency's position risks having serious repercussions on Italian seafarers' employment.
Rome
Bucchioni appointed pro tempore president of the Association of Freight Forwarders of the Port of La Spezia
La Spezia
The tender for the development of the shipbuilding hub in the port of Ancona has begun.
Ancona
The AdSP Management Committee has approved the call for tenders
ONE's quarterly financial performance declines further
Singapore
The volume of containerized cargo transported by the fleet remains stable
Laura DiBella's nomination for FMC presidency has been signed.
Washington
His term will expire on June 30, 2028.
Port of Singapore saw record bunker deliveries in 2025
Singapore
PSA-MOL joint venture to manage a new ro-ro terminal
The port of Taranto was visited by a delegation from the Japanese FLOWRA
Taranto
The association brings together 21 of the main Japanese energy players
ABB's new orders in a quarter exceed $10 billion for the first time.
Zurich
Growing demand in the maritime, port and railway sectors
In the United States, MSC was fined a total of $22.67 million
Washington
The Federal Maritime Commission has released the results of an investigation
CSC Vespucci and Livorno Reefer will form a single platform dedicated to fruit and vegetable and exotic products in the port of Livorno
Signal Ocean has acquired AXSMarine
Paris/London
The company offers web platforms to support the ship charter sector
Stena RoRo has placed an order for two ro-ro vessels in China with options for four more.
Gothenburg
They were designed in cooperation with the Italian Naos
Shanghai Zhonggu Logistics Co. to Order Four New 6,000-TEU Containerships
Shanghai
The order will include options for two additional vessels
UPS revenues decreased by 2.6% in 2025
In the last quarter alone, a decrease of -3.2% was recorded
ICS has published its periodic analysis of flag state performance
London
Michail Stahlhut will step down as CEO of Hupac in May
Noise
Bertschi: Under his leadership, the company's position as a leading provider of combined road/rail transport in Europe has been strengthened.
Members of the Ravenna Marine Resource Partnership Body have been appointed.
Ravenna
It will meet for the first time on February 4th and will remain in office for four years
Messina (Assarmatori): MIT's decree on cold ironing is a good thing.
Rome
This is a fundamental step - he underlined - to ensure that the electrification of the platforms is actually usable.
Contship has joined the Digital Container Shipping Association's DCSA+ program.
Melzo
Among the goals, improving the efficiency of terminal operations, the accuracy of planning and collaboration with shipping companies.
The Argentine Port Workers' Federation threatens a strike at national ports.
The Silver
Action in support of workers at the port of Concepción del Uruguay
In 2025, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +0.8%
Taranto
In the last quarter alone, a decrease of -22.6% was recorded
Last year, container traffic in the port of Valencia grew by +3.4%
Valencia
5,662,661 TEUs were handled
Fincantieri wins Italian Navy contract to enhance naval vessels' cyber resilience
New facility in Charleston for the production and testing of marine power and propulsion systems
Arlington
It was inaugurated by Leonardo DRS, a subsidiary of the Italian Leonardo
Project to strengthen maritime and port cybersecurity
Brest/Brussels/Rome
The partners are France Cyber Maritime, FEPORT and the Federation of the Sea
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles fell by 10.6% in the last quarter of 2025.
Los Angeles
A decrease of -0.6% was recorded for the whole year
In the first six months of operation InnoWay Trieste produced 170 railway wagons
Trieste
The construction of 600 units is planned in Bagnoli della Rosandra in 2026
Ferretti rejects KKCG Maritime's partial and conditional voluntary takeover bid.
Milan
Strong confidence in the company's long-term strategy reaffirmed
Haropa Port sets new container traffic record
Le Havre
Last year, overall freight traffic increased by +2%
Decio Lucano, the dean of shipping journalists, has passed away.
Genoa
His paper adventures are countless, including "Vita e Mare" and "TMM", but also digital with "DL News"
Marsa Maroc orders 106 electric terminal tractors from Terberg
Benschop
They will be employed in the port of Nador West Med
A single binding offer from Dubai for the purchase of the Venice Ro-Port Mos
Venice
The company manages the terminal for the motorways of the sea and cruises in Fusina
Contargo acquires 50% of Cargo-Center-Graz Logistik
Mannheim
The German company extends its intermodal network to the Adriatic ports of Koper and Rijeka.
The Port of Long Beach handled record container traffic in 2025
Long Beach
In the last quarter, a decrease of -8.8% was recorded
HMM to introduce AI-based autonomous navigation solutions on 40 vessels
Seoul
Contract with Avikus and agreement with KSOE
Two new rail connections to Germany from the Padua Interport
Padua
They are operated by InRail and LTE Italia
Intersea has become the general agent in Italy for the Portuguese GS Lines
Genoa
The shipping company is part of Grupo Sousa
MSC and Qatari company Maha to develop and manage the Libyan port of Misurata
Paris/Misurata
An investment of 1.5 billion dollars is expected
F2i has been awarded the concession for the Lavagna tourist port
Milan
The concession contract will have a duration of 50 years
Eni launches the hull of the Coral North FLNG
Geoje/San Donato Milanese
It will be used offshore Cabo Delgado, north of Mozambique.
Laghezza has acquired a logistics warehouse in Sarzana
La Spezia
The aim is to establish a local hub for local production activities.
The Red Sea Container Terminal at the Egyptian port of Sokhna has been inaugurated.
Sokhna
It is operated by a joint venture of Hutchison Ports, COSCO and CMA Terminals
The GNV Altair ferry has joined the GNV fleet
Genoa
It has a capacity of 2,700 passengers and 915 linear metres of rolling stock.
Maersk confirms resumption of MECL transits through the Suez Canal
Copenhagen
The line connects India and the Middle East with the US East Coast
Ignazio Messina & C. has acquired full control of Thermocar
Genoa
The Genoese company operates in the temperature-controlled refrigerated container logistics sector.
Genco's board of directors rejected Diana Shipping's acquisition proposal.
New York/Athens
The American company, however, leaves a glimmer of hope by admitting the validity of the merger
MSC will include the port of Trieste in the Dragon Italy-USA service
Geneva
The Julian port will be reached starting from the second half of February
De Wave Group has acquired French company DL Services.
Genoa
The company specializes in the design of industrial kitchens and the supply of technical components and spare parts on board
CMA CGM's TUX transatlantic service will call at the port of Salerno
Marseille
The line connects Turkey with the East Coast of the USA
New intermodal connections between Northern Italy and Belgium by GTS Rail and CargoBeamer
Bari/Leipzig
Activated on the Padua-Zeebrugge and Liège-Domodossola lines
Cruise traffic in the port of Piraeus increased by +9% last year
Piraeus
Approximately 1.85 million passengers moved
In 2025, cruise traffic in the port of Genoa grew by +6.5%
Genoa
Ferry passengers down 3.6%
Grimaldi took delivery of the PCTC Grande Manila
Naples
The vessel has a total capacity of 9,241 CEUs.
Expedition cruise ship Exploris One to be auctioned off
Nantes
It has a capacity of 144 passengers and 102 crew members.
SeaCube Container Leasing has acquired Martin Container.
Montvale
The company specializes in the refrigerated container segment
Pisano: The Simplified Logistics Zone has great strategic importance for the port of La Spezia.
La Spezia
RINA and HPC launch project to promote green ports in the Caspian region
Genoa
Five-year contract with the OSCE
Vard to build four Multi-Purpose Robotic Vessels for Ocean Infinity
Trieste
The contract has a total value of over 200 million euros
Hanseatic Global Terminals will become sole owner of Florida International Terminal
Rotterdam
A conference on congestion in the North West logistics system will be held in Genoa on January 19th.
Genoa
It will be held at the Transparency Hall of the Liguria Region
The transportation sector enters a turning point with the adoption of artificial intelligence
Ulm
However, most companies are still in the early stages of this process.
Work completed to widen the access channel to the port of Livorno.
Livorno
The width between the two banks will be increased from 70 to 120 meters
Nexans sets a record for the depth of laying a high-voltage submarine cable on the Tyrrhenian Link
Paris
Installation at -2,150 meters
Funds for Spanish ports to adapt to the use of wind energy and other marine renewable energy sources
Madrid
Program with a total value of 212 million euros
CMD - Costruzioni Motori Diesel returns to wholly Italian ownership
Atella
Giorgio and Mariano Negri have acquired 67% of the capital held by the Chinese Loncin Motor Co.
Intesa Sanpaolo is financing the construction of three PCTCs for Grimaldi Euromed.
Milan
The new ships will be delivered later this year
Medlog acquires Australian intermodal operations of Seaway
Fremantle
The transaction will be completed within the first quarter of this year.
MIT has updated cybersecurity measures for national ships, ports and port facilities
Rome
A circular has been published which, among other things, introduces staff training
V.Group has bought the Danish company Njord
London
The company offers the shipping industry solutions for energy efficiency and decarbonisation
Fire aboard the Majestic ferry in the Port of Genoa
Genoa
The flames were extinguished by the intervention of the on-board fire brigade and did not cause any injuries.
COSCO to acquire control of German logistics company Zippel
Hamburg
Agreement to acquire 80% of its capital
Colombo Port Sets New Annual Container Traffic Record
Columbus
Sri Lanka Ports Authority signs agreement with French shipping group CMA CGM
Viasat to exit British company Navarino's capital
London
ICG to support the Tsikopoulos brothers in reinvesting in the company
The Palau government ensures the full operation of the Naval Registry
Koror
Moses (BMT): Services continue to be provided in accordance with international procedures and standards
In the first nine months of 2025, freight transported on the Austrian rail network increased by +1.4%
Vienna
Growth of +4.9% was recorded in the third quarter alone
Saipem wins $425 million offshore contract to develop the Sakarya gas field.
The decree for the distribution of PNRR resources to interports has been signed.
Rome
The disbursement of 1.9 million euros is expected
Messina, a Genoese company, launches a new service to Algeria.
Genoa
The rotation touches the ports of Fos, Genoa, Barcelona, Algiers, Fos
FS Logistix is the first company in Europe to certify its carbon footprint for freight transport.
Rome
The FS group company has obtained ISO 14067 certification
WASS (Fincantieri Group) wins torpedo supply contract for Indian Navy
Trieste
Contract with a total value of over 200 million euros
FHP Intermodal will become operational on January 1st
Milan
FHP Group completes the integration process between its subsidiaries CFI Intermodal and Lotras
The Coral Adventurer cruise ship ran aground in Papua New Guinea.
Port Moresby
No harm to people on board
d'Amico International Shipping orders two new MR1 product tankers from Guangzhou Shipyard International.
Port of Gioia Tauro: Anchorage fee reduction approved again
Gioia Tauro
A total sum of 1.5 million euros has been allocated
The Council of State has confirmed the legitimacy of the tender for the new Ravano Pier in La Spezia.
Rome/La Spezia
The TAR ruling for Liguria has been confirmed.
Hupac will launch a new shuttle train service between Duisburg and Novara.
Noise
Schedule six rotations per week
Ferry docking slots for Piombino and Elba Island in 2026 have been assigned.
Livorno
Project financing process for the first hydrogen production plant in the port of La Spezia
La Spezia
Project to provide "mobile" supplies to vehicles such as locomotives and boats
The new hydrofoil terminal at the port of Messina will be named after a victim of femicide.
Messina
The initiative to remember Omayma Benghaloum
Three new e-RTG yard cranes have arrived at the PSA Venice-Vecon terminal
Venice
Investment of 8.5 million euros
Fincantieri delivers second multipurpose combat ship to the Indonesian Navy
Trieste
Ceremony at the Muggiano shipyard
In June the Grendi group will equip itself with a fifth ro-ro vessel
Genoa
It will have a load capacity of 3,000 linear meters
The employment contract renewal for transport and logistics company managers has been signed.
Rome
Signed today by Manageritalia and Confetra
Brussels has approved the loan to rescue the rail freight company Lineas.
Brussels
Sixty-one million euros granted by the Belgian government
Green Mobility Partners and KKR Partner to Create European Rail Leasing Platform
Frankfurt
American company invests in GMP
Saipem wins offshore EPCI contract in Qatar
Milan
The contract is worth approximately $3.1 billion.
Wärtsilä sells its Gas Solutions division to German private equity firm Mutares.
Helsinki/Munich
Bank of China finances purchase of Grimaldi Euromed's Grande Melbourne
Amount of 57 million euros
GeneSYS Informatica (Fratelli Cosulich) has acquired 51% of the capital of Navimeteo
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 conference on congestion in the North West logistics system will be held in Genoa on January 19th.
Genoa
It will be held at the Transparency Hall of the Liguria Region
Spediporto's conference "Take opportunities navigating trade tensions" will be held in Genoa on December 1st and 2nd.
Genoa
It will be held at the Conference Hall of Banca Bper
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
East Port Said Port faces a new challenge with Europe's carbon rules for shipping
(EnterpriseAM)
Bulgarian court rejects extradition of Russian owner of a ship linked to Beirut port blast
(ABCNEWS.com)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
KSOE wins $466 million order for four container ships
Lysaker/Seongnam
NYK and Ocean Yield Award Order for Four New LNG Carriers
ONE's Adriatic Service 1 will also make stops at the port of Ancona
Singapore
The line to Damietta has a weekly frequency
Consolidation work on the Riva quay at the port of Ortona has been completed.
Ancona
Thirteen million is the cost for the adaptation of the infrastructure
Vard has signed a cooperation agreement with the Norwegian research institute Norce
Ålesund
It concerns all fields of research and innovation in the naval sector
Energy transition, regulatory simplification, competitiveness of the maritime industry, and port governance are Confitarma's priorities.
Rome
Federlogistica reports the project cargo's inability to travel on Northwest highways.
Genoa
Falteri: We are facing a real systemic crisis.
ZIM shareholders reach agreement again
Haifa
Agreement reached on candidates for the renewal of the board of directors
Merger by incorporation of Degrosolutions into CLS
Milan
Castelli: We aim to strengthen our growth path in the Italian forklift market.
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