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Exim India web site
JUNE 12, 2025
  • Western India Air Cargo Conclave & Awards 2025 to witness wide-ranging stakeholder participation
  • Gujarat Maritime University and Directorate General of Shipping ink key MoU
  • Steel imports dip by 40 pc y-o-y in May
  • E-Way bill generation up 19 pc in May
  • Govt notifies SEZ reforms to boost semiconductor and electronics component manufacturing
  • China thanks India for rescuing crew from cargo ship fire off Kerala coast
  • ONE announces India-Gulf Service
  • Asyad Group showcases logistics strength with landmark transport of a massive generator
  • India to remain fastest growing major economy in FY26, says World Bank
  • India, US BTA talks focus on digital services

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International Transport Journal web site
JUNE 12, 2025
  • On the go for 160 years
  • Global logistics real estate shifts
  • New UK-EU deal reshapes compliance
  • Marsa Maroc adopts 'Heyport' planning platform
  • Castrol appoints Shalini Kashyap to lead marine and energy
  • New AHS/Menzies cargo terminal opens in Amman
  • EU clears way for retreads
  • ODW Logistics with new group president
  • Pil names its next dual-fuel vessel in Singapore
  • More air cargo capacity between Canada and Cuba
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Europa CEO urges trade openness
  • Huncoat railfreight terminal gaining momentum

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The Loadstar web site
JUNE 11, 2025
  • 'It's driving us mad', say forwarders as US court fails to end tariff turmoil
  • EXCLUSIVE: The good old DSV, 'Winning as One' - all Schenker top dogs out (Part 2)
  • MSC Elsa crew face criminal probe, as Wan Hai 503 firefighters battle on
  • EXCLUSIVE: Schenker top exec departs 'One DSV' - fishing continues (Part 1)
  • DHL makes €500m bid to increase its presence in 'fast-growing Gulf markets'
  • Soaring box lines make market cap hay, but nowhere near C-19 highs for most
  • News analysis: Gdansk vs Gdynia - Baltic Hub 3 a major offensive in a 15-year battle
  • European port congestion easing - for now
  • Boardroom shake-up at Sinotrans after takeover is scuppered
  • Gemini partners still steaming ahead on schedule reliability

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Marine Log web site
JUNE 11, 2025
  • Davie moves to acquire Gulf Copper's Galveston and Port Arthur shipyards
    Canada's Davie Shipbuilding, today announced its intention to acquire shipbuilding assets in Galveston and Port Arthur, Texas, from Gulf Copper & Manufacturing Corporation. The transaction is still subject to financial, legal, and
  • New Catalina Express CARB-compliant ferry set to start construction
    A new CARB-compliant ferry is on its way. Marine Group Boat Works in San Diego is set to start construction next month on a new low-emission ferry for Los Angele based Catalina

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Container News web site
JUNE 11, 2025
  • CMA CGM applies peak season surcharges from China to Madagascar and Mozambique
    CMA CGM has announced the implementation of peak season surcharges on shipments from China to Madagascar and Mozambique. The first one (China to Madagascar) will be effective from June 16, with US$750 per TEU for all types of cargo. The second one (China to Mozambique) will take effect on June 14, with US$700 per TEU for all cargo types from Central & North China to Mozambique, and US$1,000 per T
  • Container rates surging as shippers rush ahead of deadlines
    Transpacific container rates to the West Coast doubled last week on June 1st GRIs to US$5,488/FEU, with the latest daily rates above US$6,000/FEU as shippers start peak season early and frontload goods ahead of tariff pause expirations in July and August. Prices to the East Coast climbed 60% to US$ 6,410/FEU with the latest daily rates above US$ 7,000/FEU, with rates on both lanes about even with
  • How MSC can leverage Black Sea's strategic reawakening
    Amid increased volatility in the Black Sea, Mangalia shipyard is drawing interest from giants like MSC and Turkish shipbuilder Desan. The timing is no coincidence as global shipping firms are actively seeking footholds in high-potential but underleveraged geographies, especially amid rising congestion, chokepoint instability, and fleet renewal needs. The Black Sea forces the European Union (EU) t
  • Toll Group buys Australian bulk cargo logistics specialist
    Toll Group has announced the successful completion of its acquisition of Transolve Global (Transolve), an Australian-based specialist in international freight forwarding of wine, bulk liquids, and perishables. This acquisition strengthens Toll Group's ability to deliver logistics solutions to its expanded customer base, leveraging Transolve's expertise in handling specialised commodities such as
  • Neutrality or strategic leverage for Panama Canal?
    As global maritime trade braces for intensifying geopolitical competition, the future of the Panama Canal's neutrality has emerged as a critical question. The recent announcement that two ports near the Canal may be sold to a consortium led by MSC has sparked concerns at the highest levels in Panama. The Panama Canal Authority Administrator Ricaurte Vásquez has openly warned that such a move coul
  • US and China reach tentative framework deal to revive trade truce
    US and Chinese officials have reached a tentative framework agreement to revive stalled trade negotiations, aiming to reinstate the Geneva consensus and lift some mutual export restrictions, including China's curbs on rare earth mineral exports. However, the deal offers limited signs of a lasting resolution to the broader and long-standing trade tensions between the two economic superpowers. The
  • Tariff pause sends valuation of six listed container carriers past US$10 billion
    Six publicly-listed container carriers saw their market valuation exceed US$10 billion in May, as the Red Sea crisis plus windfall profits from the threat of tariff action continued to keep shipping stock prices high, reported Alphaliner today
  • Peel Ports Group unveils US$40 million RoRo berth at London Medway
    Peel Ports Group has officially inaugurated its new GB£30 million (US$40 million) RoRo berth at London Medway, marking a major milestone in the port's infrastructure development and strengthening the UK's logistics capabilities. The new in-river berth and floating pontoon at the Port of Sheerness was unveiled during a formal ceremony attended by industry stakeholders and partners. The facility is
  • Far East-Europe continues to be world's largest trade lane
    The Far East-Europe trade lane continues to dominate global liner shipping, reinforcing its position as the largest corridor for containerized cargo. Over the past twelve months, the capacity of the global container fleet expanded by 8.9%, reaching 32.1 million TEUs, according to Alphaliner. During this period, an additional 2.62 million TEUs of new slot capacity was added to the fleet. Once agai
  • Panama Canal traffic on record track
    Container ship traffic through the Panama Canal reached record-breaking levels during the first five months of 2025, with more than 1,200 vessel transits through the locks in both directions, marking an all-time high for this period. This figure represents a 10.2% year-on-year increase compared to the same period in 2024, and a 4.1% rise over the previous record set in early 2022. The surge has b
  • Everllence selects new CFO
    The Supervisory Board of Everllence has appointed Rainer Seidl to the company's Executive Board, effective September 1, 2025. He will assume leadership of the finance division, succeeding Jürgen Klöpffer, who is stepping down as part of a planned retirement. Gunnar Kilian, Chairman of the Everllence Supervisory Board, commented that Rainer Seidl brings a wealth of financial acumen and analytical
  • Hellmann Worldwide Logistics extends digital logistics solution to North America
    Hellmann Worldwide Logistics is extending its innovative digital express service, Hellmann Express Airfreight, to North America, with operations commencing in the US and Canada by the end of June. HEX is a modern, fully digital platform designed for international door-to-door express deliveries, leveraging leading courier networks to consolidate shipments at a central hub. Unlike traditional air-
  • Maersk completes first series of methanol-enabled Equinox-I container ships
    Maersk has officially taken delivery of Axel Maersk, a 16,592 TEU methanol-enabled container ship, marking the completion of its first series of 12 Equinox-I class mainline vessels. The Danish ocean carrier initially ordered eight vessels from HD Hyundai Heavy Industries in August 2021. This order was expanded in January 2022, when Maersk exercised options for an additional four vessels, bringing
  • Have Pacific spot rates peaked?
    Negotiations between the United States and China over tariffs began in London, UK, with a high-level US delegation meeting Chinese representatives in an effort to reach a trade agreement. Talks begin without the expected surge in volumes heading across the Pacific to meet American consumer demand, or at least without the type of volume increase expected by container lines who rushed to redeploy r
  • How Long-Term Parking Solutions Help Independent Truckers Save Money
    Independent truck drivers live by the clock-and by the mile. Every delay, detour, or unexpected fee eats into their profits. While fuel and maintenance are obvious costs, parking is a less visible but equally significant factor. With rising rates, competition for safe spots, and time wasted on daily searches, many truckers turn to long-term parking solutions. Not only do these plans offer predict
  • ONE commences new India-Gulf service
    Ocean Network Express (ONE) announces the launch of its new India-Gulf Service, aimed at enhancing connectivity between India and the Middle East. "This strategic addition to our network is designed to address the growing trade demand between India and Oman, offering customers improved service reliability and optimized coverage across key regional ports," said a representative of the company. The

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Splash web site
JUNE 11, 2025
  • Toro circles back to tankers with $36m MR deal
    Nasdaq-listed owner Toro Corp has made a swift return to the tankers segment with the acquisition of a modern MR unit. The Petros Panagiotidis-led spinoff of Cyprus-based Castor Maritime has struck a deal for an unnamed 2021-built products carrier costing $36.25m. The company said it would fund the acquisition with cash on hand and that ...
  • Japan's Shinomiya Tanker taps domestic yards for handysize bulker series
    Japanese shipowner Shinomiya Tanker has reportedly commissioned three compatriot yards for five handysize bulker newbuildings. The Tokushima-based company has placed a single 40,000 dwt vessel at Naikai Zosen, with two additional ships each ordered from Imabari Shipbuilding and Hakodate Dockyard at $33m apiece. The first ship, linked by brokers to a charter deal with Denmark's ...
  • ADNOC L&S lands $530m deal with petchem giant Borouge
    ADNOC Logistics & Services (ADNOC L&S) has secured a 15-year contract with its compatriot polyolefins major, Borouge, to manage logistics for more than half of its annual petrochemicals output. The deal, valued at $531m, covers port management, container handling, and feeder container ship services for the Borouge container terminal in Al Ruwais Industrial City, Abu ...
  • Dubai firm charters 42-year-old Seamec DSV
    Indian offshore vessel operator Seamec has inked a charter for one of its diving support vessels (DSV) with Dubai-based Mubarak Bridge Maritime. The UAE firm hired the 1983-built Seamec III DSV on a 20-day firm charter at a dayrate of $70,000. The charterer also has an option to extend the contract. The vessel will operate ...
  • Cadeler secures $770m in financing for newbuild pair
    Copenhagen-headquartered offshore wind installation player Cadeler has secured €675m ($770m) in financing for two newbuilds from a syndicate of international banks. The loans cover the financing of two A-Class wind foundation installation jackup vessels under construction in China and include both pre-delivery and post-delivery financing, as well as mission equipment financing elements. Ancillary
  • JP Morgan's shipping arm sells MR brace
    JP Morgan's shipowning affiliate, Bermuda-based Global Meridian Holdings, has cashed in on its early bet on eco-design tankers, selling off the same vessels that marked its entry into the segment six years ago-reaping healthy capital gains in the process. According to multiple shipbroking sources, Global Meridian is offloading two 49,999 dwt MR tankers-Clearocean Mary and ...
  • Polish 4GW offshore wind auction set for December
    Poland has announced that its first offshore wind auction will be held on December 17, 2025. Developers will compete for contracts supporting the construction of projects with a total capacity of 4GW. The auction will determine which offshore wind projects will be awarded 25-year contracts for difference (CfD). These contracts will give producers the right ...
  • Large-cap carrier club grows to six
    Container shipping has proven popular in recent weeks with investors on the back of surging, trade war-related freight rates, with Alphaliner reporting that as of last month, there are now six listed carriers officially deemed large cap with market valuations of more than $10bn. Wan Hai of Taiwan is the latest to join the large-cap ...
  • MSC eyes Romania's top shipyard
    Mediterranean Shipping Co, the world's largest containerline, is reportedly keen in buying one of Europe's largest shipyards. Romanian media reports suggest the Gianluigi Aponte-founded company has contacted the Romanian government expressing an interest in taking over the Mangalia shipyard, previously controlled by Damen, and Daewoo Shipbuilding prior to that. MSC is keen to use the ...
  • Record container production out of China allays box shortage concerns
    The huge swings in containership deployment brought about by Donald Trump's on/off trade war has seen rates rocket and congestion grow in recent weeks, however, unlike another great disruptor of the 2020s, covid, there is no box shortage this time. Container manufacturing in China is at higher levels than 2024's record figures. According to Linerlytica, ...
  • Another bonus of greater bandwidth at sea
    Will improved connectivity onboard improve competence in shipping? The latest installment of Connectivity with Inmarsat, a special report contained within Ship Concept 2035, our new magazine. Improved onboard connectivity significantly enhances competence in shipping, according to many people surveyed for this magazine. Enhanced connectivity facilitates real-time communication between onboard cre

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Lloyd's List web site
JUNE 11, 2025
  • No tariff relief despite US-China 'deal' hype - a negative for shipping
    The base case appears to be that US tariffs will be maintained by the Trump administration at or near current...
  • EU price cap plan could force shadow fleet changes but enforcement questions remain
    It remains unclear whether a lowered price cap would be a G7 plan or a solo EU move, but its...
  • Shipping seeks greater role in policy-making
    Owners complain at being excluded from MEPC deliberations but are offered a seat at the table in Brussels' strategising for...
  • Kasso e-methanol plant has lessons for green shipping
    In-house power generation, only making e-methanol at the times when power is cheap enough, and support of forward-thinking leaders and...
  • 'Zombie' tanker Jaya departs China for Singapore amid signs of unsuccessful discharge
    AIS draught data and satellite imagery suggest the vessel may not have discharged its cargo during its latest stop in...
  • DryDel continues to place its chips on Japanese yards with new order
    Chief executive Costas Delaportas said he expected capacity at Japanese yards to tighten following the USTR port fees announcement
  • Global reefer trade maintains momentum
    Reefer trade is growing, with 2.5% growth in 2024 and 2% annual increases expected through to 2029. The US-China trade...
  • Ship recycling stays low, with just 20 ships beached during May
    The number of ships recycled in May was even lower than in April, although larger ships contributed to a rise...
  • Shipowners' Club underwriting at absolute sweet spot, says Peacock
    Keeping things 'flat and stable' is the key to success, argues chief executive
  • US corn exports take pressure off soyabeans
    US Department of Agriculture expecting record world production and consumption of corn, with the US set to lead the way...
  • The Daily View: Reading behind the headlines
  • MSC snaps up more than 30 secondhand boxships since January
    The world's largest containership operator has picked up 33 boxships from the secondhand market since January, with MSC doing four...
  • Political instability tops ICS survey of main shipping risks
    Latest in series of chamber's annual Maritime Barometer reports also finds dwindling industry confidence in handling the fall-out from geopolitical...
  • Daily Briefing
    Russian oil price cap set to be slashed as EU pitches latest sanctions package | Chinese inspection group CCIC exits...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JUNE 11, 2025
  • Canadian National to move forward on new Chicago-area logistics hub
    The intermodal yard and attached warehouse park would be developed about 50 miles outside the city and is part of a $170 million investment plan unveiled by the railroad.
  • Panama Canal mulls developing Corozal to allay neutrality fears over Hutchison deal
    ACP Administrator Ricaurte Vásquez Morales says developing the terminal would help ease the concerns of ocean carriers that the canal's existing container terminals are concentrated among a handful of operators.
  • Carriers ride wave of 'disruptive' operating model, but for how long?
    Liners have enjoyed the higher rates and profits that come from external market shocks, but it's fair to wonder how sustainable that is, writes Peter Tirschwell.

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TradeWinds web site
JUNE 11, 2025
  • Caravel Maritime selling two kamsarmax bulk carriers
    Hong Kong group recently became second-biggest shareholder in bulker owner-operator Pacific Basin
  • Trump says China trade deal results in 55% tariff, but requires talk with Xi
    Export restrictions for rare earths and ethane to be relaxed in a balanced way, Lutnick says
  • Report card on shipping's voluntary carbon initiatives: Good progress, but they need to try harder
    Academics examining private voluntary standards and initiatives say all show progress, but they have shortcomings
  • Canadian developer claims AI crystal ball for freight rates
    Three decades of data fed into AI model to help charterers and owners fix and position ships
  • Sinotrans Container Lines sale falls apart as state firms fail to strike a deal
    Talks collapse after failure to shake hands with China Merchants Energy Shipping
  • Petros Panagiotidis steps into tanker S&P market on the heels of Toro Corp spin-off
    Diversified Greek owner buys his first oil carrier in four years, after the April launch of new tanker venture
  • VLCC owners could enjoy summer rate party before cold, cold winter, says Kpler
    Trade analytics outfit says August is when Opec production will hit the water, with buyers expected to stock up
  • Northern Lights offloads first liquefied CO2 cargo at storage terminal
    Launch of Norway's carbon capture and storage Longship project scheduled for next week
  • Dry bulk bragging rights: Which owners beat the market and who was left lagging?
    This week's Streetwise reveals the results of the annual VesselIndex Report on public owners
  • Greek broker highlights big age 'challenge' as owners of modern tankers sit in pole position
    Athens shop Xclusiv says operators and charterers need to be aware of changing fleet profile
  • ITIC whittles down $6m claim against ship manager for legacy vessel defects
    UK insurer says complex case highlights risks of taking over ships
  • Chinese official slams US port fees as Sino-US trade talks inch forward
    Deputy shipping minister vows Beijing will continue cooperating with other countries, despite US trade war
  • Greek shipowners face lockout from lucrative Russian trade by lower price cap
    Doubts raised over impact of price cap cut as tumbling crude prices attract Greek players back to the market
  • Small chemical tanker deliveries set to hit 16-year high, SSY says
    Scrapping should pick up as 'moderate fleet renewal' picks up
  • Cadeler boss Mikkel Gleerup responds to allegations of harassment and bullying
    BW Group company's executive says he does not recognise picture of himself painted in Danish report
  • Greek owners and EU Commissioner clash over IMO zero-carbon plan
    UGS boss Melina Travlos and EU transport czar Apostolos Tzitzikostas are not equally enamoured of green measures
  • Shell Marine sees dual-fuel vessels dominating global orderbook by 2027
    Decarbonisation lead Alexandra Ebbinghaus says IMO's GHG penalties may go up before falling from 2035
  • Adnoc L&S ties up $531m deal with petrochem firm Bourage
    Deal covers port management, container handling and feeder container ship services
  • Braemar account containing cash held back after 2023 deal probe frozen by UK crime agency
    London shop ring-fenced $2.5m after investigating legacy transactions from between 2006 and 2013
  • Gianluigi Aponte's MSC breaks new ground with bid for bankrupt Romanian shipyard
    Container and cruise giant sets sights on management of insolvent Damen Shipyards Mangalia
  • VLCCs plumb new depths as Chinese crude imports hit four-month low
    Braemar says refineries running at near-record lows, adding to rate pressure
  • Global LNG bunkering jumps by one-third in a year, Kpler data shows
    Europe forges ahead in May but Asia volumes slide back slightly
  • Clarksons signs 10-year port services deal for RWE's wind operations
    UK broker says German deal includes logistics and construction of a warehouse
  • Moundreas clan strikes for Japanese bulker in return to dealmaking
    Hellenic hunt for young bulker tonnage is on, with yet another deal amid falling prices
  • Indian refining trio plots $600m joint order for 10 product tankers
    IOC, Bharat Petroleum and Hindustan Petroleum said to be teaming up on deal
  • Extreme heat forces Middle East port to limit berthing
    Restrictions follow death of seafarer and treatment for three others because of heat exhaustion
  • Fearnley Securities project orders two OSV newbuildings
    Nordic Hamburg and Inter Gulf are project partners
  • Iran seizes four tankers in key waterway amid fresh fuel-smuggling crackdown
    Naval officers and marine commandos intercept vessels in Middle East Gulf
  • Astrup Fearnley group CEO: How AI, asset management and Greece fit in growth plans
    Group is hitting its growth targets and is 'working on' a new Athens base
  • Karpowership expands floating power station fleet with newcastlemax
    Niche operator has not made up its mind yet on how it will employ former Kotoku Kaiun vessel
  • Heidmar falls to loss as smaller fleet and reverse takeover costs hit bottom line
    Athens tanker and bulker company lining up deals to build back time-charter book
  • Shipowners share the 'secret sauce' to cultivate innovation culture
    Klaveness and Ardmore executives discuss how they set the table to implement new ideas
  • DryDel builds bulker orderbook with deal for ultramax newbuilding in Japan
    Costas Delaportas signs contract with Nihon Shipyard for a 2028 delivery
  • Guinea mining disruptions cost Indian player $22m in freight and demurrage charges
    Ashapura Group says it remains committed to market despite defaults by local logistics partner
  • China's New Dayang Shipbuilding bags order for two container ships
    Chinese shipyard returns to boxship market with new domestic order
  • Viewpoint: Why Western trade wars rage spell opportunity for the Global South
    West Africa-South Asia rice trade offers a blueprint for developing nations seeking to take control of their economic futures
  • Anglo-Eastern targets big rise in next generation of ship officers under 30
    Ship management giant tackling 'tightening talent pool'
  • Love it or fear it, maritime AI is big news and big money
    Developers of maritime AI need growing capital to pay for teams of code writers as solutions take up time, money and energy
  • Hayfin's Andreas Povlsen has big plans for second maritime fund
    Alternative financier's maritime chief tells TradeWinds there are many opportunities for the right deal

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American Shipper web site
JUNE 11, 2025
  • Union rancor rises as Canada Post balks at arbitration
    Contract negotiations between Canada Post and mail carriers remain deadlocked as efforts to start arbitration falter.
  • Early peak coming as trans-Pacific container rates double
    Container rates on the Asia-U.S. trade lane surged as shippers rushed early peak- season traffic and carriers announced general rate increases, according to SONAR and Freightos data.
  • CPKC system cutover triggers service woes in some former KCS locations
    Chicago, Il. - The Canadian Pacific-Kansas City Southern merger has gone smoothly over the past two years - until a long-planned computer system cutover last month in former Kansas City Southern territory in the U.S. CPKC Chief Operating Officer Mark Redd says the cutover - during which CP's operations system replaced the old KCS system [...]

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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
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
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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