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Exim India web site
MAY 13, 2025
  • "Kerry Indev Logistics" rebranded as "K-Indev Logistics"
  • Ships as security for banks in the offing
  • iPhone exports surge 116 pc in April
  • Baltic Exchange Market Report (9 May 2025)
  • 'I have learned that success lies in uniting people under a shared purpose'
  • Y/Y capacity reduction 4%-5% on TP in April/May
  • BPCL Liquid Cargo Terminal LB-01 & LB-02 to be shut from May 27 to 31 for strengthening works
  • Container ships returning to the Red Sea seen flooding the market with capacity and collapsing freight rates: Analysis
  • Paradip Port Authority advisory on berthing at Berth No. 03
  • Maharashtra Maritime Board on monsoon foul season
  • Vizag Multipurpose Terminal joins hands with Hindalco to build India's first fully-automated, sustainable Alumina Handling Terminal at Visakhapatnam Port
  • India's first hydrogen-powered mining truck commences operations
  • Report on priority trucking corridors for zero-emission launched
  • DP World opens multi-user, bonded, purpose-built warehouse in Singapore
  • AD Ports Group begins 2025 on a strong note
  • PSA BDP strengthens its foothold in Mexico with key acquisition
  • US-China trade thaw presents both challenges and opportunities for India: FIEO President
  • India, UK FTA expected to raise plastic products exports
  • DG Shipping elevates security to Level 2 at ports
  • Export restrictions for critical raw materials growing
  • APSEZ has reportedly entered global freight forwarding

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International Transport Journal web site
MAY 13, 2025
  • Patrick Bourreau joins Modalis as strategy director
  • Holle moves back into politics
  • Stable performance, green focus
  • Ceva launches Mumbai office
  • IRU, ETF demand clarity
  • New belly capacity for Australian exports
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Turvo names Deshpande SVP of product strategy
  • Biofuel transport across the Baltic
  • DSV launches Chicago-Shanghai airfreight charter
  • Call for electrification targets
  • Logistics resilience from NX

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The Loadstar web site
MAY 12, 2025
  • Ecommerce likely the front-runner in resurge of transpacific trade after deal
  • Service chaos from trade ban with India a problem for Pakistan shippers
  • Container trade economics - what to look for now
  • News in Brief Podcast | Week 19 | Airfreight nosedive and blank sailings
  • Investors beware: 'Outsize returns' not available in T&L
  • Trade deal sees UK vehicle and US beef exports the main beneficiaries
  • OceanX: M�rsk rally overshadows post-US-China trade deal news
  • Perishables shippers want more reliability on South American trades
  • 'Labour arbitrage' says union, but Trump mulls new US flag of convenience
  • DP World announces 'transformative' expansion plan for Caucedo hub

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Marine Log web site
MAY 12, 2025
  • Podcast: Green technology and sustainable vessel designs
    In this episode of Marine Log's Listen Up! Podcast, sponsored by Chevron, we dive into the redefining role of green technology in the maritime industry. With us today is Will Ayers, Elliott
  • USCG streamlines reflagging ships to the American Registry
    The Coast Guard says that it has streamlined the process for reflagging foreign ships to be certificated under the American Registry, without compromising safety. In doing so, the USCG has consolidated the
  • Copán, Crowley's second Avance class ship, enters service
    Copán, the second vessel in Crowley's series of four Avance Class LNG-fueled containerships on charter from Eastern Pacific Shipping, has followed its sister vessel, Quetzal, into service and begun its inaugural commercial

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Container News web site
MAY 12, 2025
  • Red Sea Reset: Is the Suez Canal Ready for a True Comeback?
    As the smoke begins to clear over the troubled waters of the Red Sea, the Suez Canal Authority (SCA) is navigating a delicate balance between reassurance and reinvention. With the recent ceasefire agreement between the United States and Yemen's Houthi rebels easing immediate security threats, a new question emerges across global shipping circles: Is the Suez Canal genuinely ready for a large-scal
  • Container shipping holds its breath amid US-China tariff ceasefire
    The United States and China entered a 90-day ceasefire , suspending key tariff measures and laying the groundwork for renewed economic dialogue. Since the inception of the US-China trade war, the container shipping industry has borne the brunt of uncertainty
  • Pilbara Ports announces new Ship WiFi Support Program
    Pilbara Ports has launched a new initiative to enhance seafarer welfare by improving onboard WiFi connectivity in the Port of Port Hedland. The Pilbara Ports Ship WiFi Support Program will replace individual SIM card recharges with free ship-wide internet access and data top-ups to participating vessels upon each return to the Port of Port Hedland. The new initiative transitions away from individ
  • Cavotec inks US$9 million shore power order with major ocean carrier
    Swiss engineering group Cavotec has signed an order valued at €8.1 million (US$9 million) with a global container shipping company to deliver complete shore power systems for newly built container vessels. The order includes cable management reels and weatherproof enclosures, with deliveries scheduled to begin in the second half of 2026. Cavotec's systems will provide cable management solutions,
  • Transshipment Power Play: Singapore, Colombo and Salalah compete amid global trade shifts
    As geopolitical tides reshape global shipping routes, three key transshipment ports-Singapore, Colombo, and Salalah-are vying for supremacy in the restructured container logistics ecosystem. The ongoing US-China tariff war, compounded by Red Sea security disruptions, has prompted rerouting and realignment of maritime flows. This article examines which port is best positioned to leverage these cha
  • Shipping Stocks Weekly: Latest Market Moves
    Shipping Stocks Weekly provides a timely overview of how major container shipping companies are performing in the equity markets. The container shipping industry continues to navigate a complex mix of macroeconomic and geopolitical forces. While global trade has shown signs of resilience, challenges such as Red Sea tensions , persistent supply chain disruptions, and inflationary pressures on oper
  • Wärtsilä launches commercial carbon capture system for maritime sector
    Wärtsilä has officially launched its innovative carbon capture solution (CCS) for commercial use across the global maritime industry, marking a significant advancement in the sector's decarbonisation efforts. According to in-house testing, the Wärtsilä CCS can reduce CO2 emissions from vessels by up to 70%, offering shipowners a practical solution to comply with increasingly strict environmental
  • CMA CGM applies North America - West Africa surcharges
    French ocean carrier CMA CGM has introduced new Emergency Operational Recovery (EOR) surcharges on shipments from North America to ports in West Africa. Starting 7 May, a surcharge of US$150 per container will apply to cargo originating from Canada, while a US$100 per container fee will be imposed on CMA CGM's shipments from the United States to West Africa. If you liked this post, please conside
  • Feeder ships outpace larger vessels in investment returns
    Consultancy Arthur D. Little said that feeder vessels are now generating a better return than large container ships. The return on investment (ROI) of the feeder sector is 17-23%, compared with 7-12% for boxships of up to 24,000 TEUs
  • JAFZA turns 40 with record-breaking trade volumes
    Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) has marked its 40th anniversary with record-breaking trade volumes of US$190 billion over the last 12 months, translating to a 15% year-on-year increase and its highest ever contribution to Dubai's economy. The milestone underscores the enduring strength of Jafza's model - a purpose-built ecosystem integrating a major port, world-class logistics infrastructure and busi
  • U.S. and China slash tariffs in major trade breakthrough
    The United States and China have agreed to suspend the majority of tariffs on each other's goods, signaling a significant easing of trade tensions between the two largest economies in the world. As part of the new trade deal, "reciprocal" tariffs will be reduced from 125% to 10%. However, the U.S. will maintain its 20% tariffs on Chinese imports related to fentanyl, keeping the overall tariff lev
  • Chabahar Comeback: India and Iran reinforce maritime axis amid Red Sea instability
    In a bid to sidestep the stormy tides of maritime insecurity and geopolitical friction, India and Iran are doubling down on their collaboration over Chabahar Port and the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC)
  • CMA CGM increases Far East rates
    Effective from 1 June, CMA CGM will implement increased Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates from North Europe and Mediterranean to Far East. The French carrier will apply the following rates from all North European base ports to all Far East base ports for all dry cargo: Quantum in USD per 20' Quantum in USD per 40' From North Europe to Far East 600 1,040 Additionally, CMA CGM will introduce the follow

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Splash web site
MAY 12, 2025
  • JR Shipping poised for dry bulk return with newbuild brace
    Dutch owner JR Shipping has set out to return to the shortsea dry cargo sector with two diesel-electric newbuilds to be built at Chowgule Shipbuilding in India. The Harlingen-based group will be adding 8,500 dwt ships with delivery scheduled for the end of June 2027 and the end of February 2028. The newbuildings are part ...
  • Esvagt and KMC Line firm up Korean offshore wind venture
    Danish offshore wind vessel operator Esvagt has officially formed a joint venture with South Korean shipping company KMC Line. The jv named KESTO will target the growing South Korean offshore wind market, where current plans include as much as 18.3 GW offshore wind to be established by 2030. The two companies said the new business ...
  • Olympic scores long-term CSOV contract with Aker BP
    Norway's Olympic has secured a five-year firm contract with Aker BP for the construction service operation vessel (CSOV) Olympic Notos. The deal with options for another five years will see the 2024 Ulstein-built unit serve as a dedicated walk-to-work vessel at the unmanned production platform Munin in the Yggdrasil area from the fourth quarter of ...
  • US and China agree to slash tariffs
    In a significant curtailment of the trade war between the world's two largest economies, the United States and China have agreed to considerably slash tariffs for the next 90 days. As part of the deal reached in Geneva over the weekend, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said both countries would lower their reciprocal tariffs by 115%, ...
  • How tariffs have already reshaped minor bulk trade flows
    Tariffs, increasing stem sizes and changing trade patterns formed much of the debate at the Minor Bulks session at this year's packed Geneva Dry summit. Wlillem Vermaat, shipping director at Heidelberg Materials Trading, the second largest cement producer globally, noted that commodity trade flows tend to adjust to market changes. For example, US cement imports ...
  • COSCO books newcastlemax newbuilds
    COSCO Shipping Bulk is swelling its orderbook with a pair of newcastlemax bulk carrier newbuilds at a domestic yard. Brokers tell Splash that the dry bulk arm of the Chinese behemoth COSCO Shipping has booked 209,800 dwt units at leading newcastlemax builder CSSC Qingdao Beihai Shipbuilding. No price has been divulged for the duo slated ...
  • Nordic American Tankers sells elderly suezmax
    Nordic American Tankers has revealed a new sale of one of its oldest vessels as fleet renewal at the suezmax specialist rolls on. The New York-listed company is offloading the 2004-built, 150,000 dwt Nordic Casor and should cash in about $22.5m after buying the vessel for a reported $29.7m in 2016. Earlier this year, the ...
  • Danaos swells position in Star Bulk
    Greek owner Danaos has increased its holding in compatriot dry bulk giant Star Bulk Carriers. A recent filing to the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) revealed that the John Coustas-led boxship tonnage provider and capesize bulker player had picked up around 2.03m shares in the Nasdaq-listed Star Bulk. The move takes Danaos' holding to ...
  • Jump in VLCC sales
    A surge in VLCC sales over the past two weeks highlights the resilience of asset prices in the large crude carrier market. The most recent transaction features Bahri, Saudi Arabia's state-owned shipping line, offloading its second 17-year-old VLCC in months. Sales registers indicate that the Hyundai Samho-built Layla is changing hands for $46.6m. This follows ...
  • DP World to spend $760m expanding Caucedo port in the Dominican Republic
    Global terminal operator has signed a deal in Latin America to spend $760m expanding the Dominican Republic's Port of Caucedo and its free trade zone. DP World said the Dominican Republic offers a compelling environment for manufacturers and logistics providers by offering competitive costs, robust tax incentives, and proximity to US markets and duty-free access. ...
  • Paper tigers at sea
    Darren Shelton from FuelTrust discusses why shipping prefers the illusion of regulation. In global shipping, we often talk about regulation as a good thing - and rightly so. Rules are meant to protect the environment, improve safety and support fair labour conditions. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) and other bodies have spent decades creating systems ...

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Lloyd's List web site
MAY 12, 2025
  • Why green lending to shipping is struggling to take off
    Little of the finance into shipping is 'green'. Changing that will depend on bigger factors
  • Ship tracking is about to become a difficult conversation for some governments
    A push within the IMO to review Long Range Identification and Tracking of vessels is likely to prove politically contentious...
  • US-China trade war de-escalation was expected - but not this fast
    If there's one thing that's for certain in Trump 2.0, it is that there's no certainty on tariffs. The magnitude...
  • Israel issues evacuation warning to Houthi-controlled ports
    Israel has warned 'all those present' at Houthi-controlled ports of Ras Isa, Al-Salif and Hodeidah to evacuate. With reports of...
  • Adnoc posts profit dip despite Navig8 acquisition
    Net profit for the oil and gas transporter was down 5% in the first quarter of 2025 on the same...
  • Container demand soars, but supply chain imbalances deepen
    Headhaul routes saw strong growth, but backhaul volumes declined for a third consecutive month. As repositioning empty containers becomes more...
  • Shipping's secret trade: the fightback
    Lloyd's List reporter Joshua Minchin looks again at the secret illegal trades using our vessels and ports to understand how...
  • Taiwan's container lines weaken in April, but US-China tariff truce offers hope
    A joint move to suspend tariffs signals potential recovery ahead, with analysts forecasting a rebound in China-US container trade
  • ICS vows to continue speaking out against 'draconian' US port fees while hoping for trade détente
    The ICS reaffirmed its opposition to the revised US port fees targeting Chinese shipping, pledging unity within the industry while...
  • Recycling tonnage plummets in April as owners keep older ships trading
    The volume of vessels recycled by gross tonnage fell 60% in April compared with March, Lloyd's List Intelligence data shows
  • The week in newbuildings: Cosco orders up to 12 newcastlemax bulkers
    Orders for three bulk carriers, four tankers and four gas carriers recorded in past week
  • The week in charts: US-Houthi ceasefire not expected to spur Red Sea return | Panama Canal yet to see tariff hit | Hope for Simandou to offset Chinese ore demand drop
    US ships will not be targeted, but Houthis say Israeli ships are still 'banned' in Red Sea; Panama Canal numbers...
  • The Daily View: A bigger problem
  • Daily Briefing
    UK sanctions 100 dark fleet tankers | Chinese terminals and teapot sanctioned as US increasingly targets buyers of Iranian oil...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
MAY 12, 2025
  • Multimillion-dollar price tag awaits car carriers as US ship fees loom
    Wallenius Wilhelmsen, the world's largest car carrier operator, said its vessels make between 300 and 350 voyages a year to the US, potentially generating annual voyage fees of about $300 million.
  • DP World plans $760 million investment in the Dominican Republic
    The investment will increase the Port of Caucedo's capacity by 24% while expanding an adjacent Free Trade Zone, the terminal operator said.
  • Capacity crunch beckons on eastbound trans-Pacific after US-China deal
    Much of the volume that has been locked up over the past month will come flooding back into the market after Washington and Beijing agreed to significantly slash their respective tariffs for 90 days.
  • West India container trade facing delays, vessel skips after regional tensions
    Despite a ceasefire announced over the weekend between India and Pakistan, the combined impact of the recent tensions and enhanced port security protocols has left container supply chains out of India's west coast corridor in a state of flux.

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TradeWinds web site
MAY 12, 2025
  • Pangaea Logistics cuts dividend in half and approves stock buybacks
    Rhode Island-based niche bulker specialist is tweaking capital allocation after rare loss-making quarter
  • International Seaways plots buyback of six VLCCs from Ocean Yield with savings in sight
    Lower costs on former Gener8-Euronav tankers could reduce operating costs even further
  • Shipping shares ride wave alongside broader US stock market uplift on China tariffs deal
    Big movers include Matson, Zim, Pangaea Logistics and Dorian LPG in New York trading
  • New shipowner formed by Esvagt and KMC Line to 'follow customers' to South Korea
    Danish and South Korean operations set up Kesto to chase offshore wind shipping business
  • 'Best result in our history': Fincantieri wins record orders as quarterly revenue surges
    Defence and cruise orders fuel growth in contracts backlog
  • Hoegh Evi green-lights LNG carrier-to-FSRU conversion after securing new charter
    Existing unit currently serving Egyptian buyer set to head to Australia later than first planned
  • Five kamsarmax bulk carriers offered in online auction- with extra incentive for shipbrokers
    Shipbrokers are being offered extra commission if they introduce the winning bidder
  • Olympic boosts contract cover over $500m with five-year Aker BP charter
    Norwegian owner says vessel could stay on with oil company for 10 years
  • UK to swing sanctions hammer at more 'actors' supporting Russia's 'illegal' Ukraine war
    Foreign secretary David Lammy poised to unveil more measures, hot on the heels of blacklisting 100 tankers last week
  • ITIC pays out after agent's 'costly oversight' in booking container ship pilot
    UK insurer settled claim for $135,000 after ship was left without navigational help in port
  • Private to public: A new role with Pangaea Logistics brings Dan Schildt into view
    New chief strategy officer quietly built a career over two decades at traditional Connecticut outfit
  • Senegal finally receives first LNG cargo for FSRU as power plant switches to gas
    Shipment arrives four years after regas unit was delivered
  • Payment fraud sees shipowner ESL Shipping call in police
    Finnish owner says incident was not a cyber attack
  • Trafigura sells LPG carrier out of Chinese lease financing pact
    Trader sells leased midsize ship with charter back for two years
  • John Su's Erasmus forks out $45m for feeder brace from Idan Ofer venture
    Athens-based owner on course to build up substantial feeder container fleet
  • Major Greek owner in pole position as oil major Repsol gears up for shuttle tanker newbuildings
    Yards have already submitted initial offers for crude carrier pair due 2028
  • Chinese giant Cosco Shipping Energy puts $220m of VLCCs and product tankers on sales block
    Board of Chinese state owner also green-lights scrapping of small LPG carrier
  • ITIC pays out after agent's 'costly oversight' in booking container ship pilot
    UK insurer settled claim for $135,000 after boxship left without navigational help in port
  • Trump order to deregulate sees Coast Guard simplify rules for moving ships to US flag
    Official says move is first in bid to 'restore American maritime dominance'
  • Expanding Columbia boosts C-suite with new faces to 'stay nimble'
    Schoeller-owned management and services group promotes three rising stars to top table
  • LNG dual fuelling pays back under new rules, while methanol and ammonia do not, SEA-LNG says
    Modelling by industry lobby coalition sets out investment cases under IMO and EU regulations
  • VLCC spot rates set to rally on 'all-time high' crude oil exports from US to South Korea
    Analysts bullish about big tanker market as earnings climb
  • Scandlines prepares for conversion to plug-in ferries in zero emissions push
    Ferry operator reports stable revenue and profit
  • ESL Shipping back in profit after expensive bulker charters fall off books
    Finnish operator says earnings improved despite lower revenue
  • US and China lower mutual tariffs, calling 90-day truce in their trade war
    Shipping stocks sparked to life as trading giants vow to continue 'respectful' talks
  • Stephenson Harwood rainmakers unwind in style
    Celebration marked awards for advisory work on seven deals
  • Analyst lifts outlook for Capital Clean Energy after better-than-expected earnings
    Gas carrier owner shows ability to score charters in 'less ideal environment'
  • Bio-LNG buzz kicks in after landmark IMO emissions agreement
    Fossil fuel's greener cousin is experiencing a surge in interest, market players say
  • Legal battle breaks out between alleged co-owners of sanctioned dark fleet tanker set for scrap
    Sanctioned UAE-based manager also looking to get paid for services
  • Adnoc first-quarter net profit slips 5% on softer shipping performance
    Company is optimistic income streams from service portfolio will offset market headwinds in shipping
  • Teekay Tankers dividend 'disappointing' as company sits on $631m cash pile, analysts say
    Fearnley Securities maintains a 'buy' rating but lowers share price target
  • Great Eastern boss Bharat Sheth signs on until 2031 to make it 32 years in top job
    Indian owner's managing director joined family-controlled company in 1981
  • Navigare Capital recruits Christiania Gas manager as new partner
    Andrew Christian McPhail will join Danish investor in August
  • Navigator board trimmed as BW LNG boss Yngvil Asheim quits as director
    Shareholder representative will stand down next month
  • Japan sends 'first-ever' cargo of gasoil to Argentina
    Possible emergence of new trade route shows viable arbitrage opportunities despite long sailing time
  • Eastern Pacific Shipping ranked as one of the best employers in Singapore
    AP Moller-Maersk and PSA Marine also make the list
  • Stephenson Harwood rainmakers host evening of mirth and merriment
    Celebration marked awards for advisory work on seven deals

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American Shipper web site
MAY 12, 2025
  • Ocean lines welcome tariff pause, but is the supply chain ready?
    Container lines welcomed a pause in the tariff war that has crippled trade between the United States and China.
  • Less China means more business for Port of Virginia
    The Port of Virginia wants container shippers to know that it's not beholden to China.

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In the second quarter, container traffic in the port of Genoa fell by -2.8% while in Savona-Vado it grew by +76.3%
Genoa
In the Ligurian capital, the transhipment share decreased, while the Savona port benefited.
Fincantieri records strong growth in half-year financial performance and new orders
Rome
In the first six months of 2025, orders totaled 14.7 billion euros (+93.5%)
In the second quarter, naval traffic through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.2%
In the second quarter, naval traffic through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.2%
Cairo
1,248 tankers (-2.7%) and 1,826 other types of vessels (-8.5%) passed through
CMA CGM's net profit fell by 140% in the second quarter.
Marseille
Revenues stable. The French shipping group is interested in acquiring Hutchison Ports' terminals.
Royal Caribbean closes second quarter with record net profit
Miami
The April-June period was very positive
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced a merger agreement today.
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced a merger agreement today.
Omaha/Atlanta
First coast-to-coast cargo rail network
Gurrieri resigns as Special Commissioner of the Eastern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Trieste
The atypical reverse charge for the logistics sector will become applicable tomorrow
Milan
Ruggerone (Assologistica): one of the most strategic reforms we helped build is being implemented
Policy brief on cyber threats that pose risks to port infrastructure
Tallinn
It was developed by the NATO Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence
Interferry urges the EU Commission to harmonize its shipping decarbonization regulations with those of the IMO
Victoria
Failure to align - the association warned - will force shipping companies to pay twice for emissions.
In the second quarter of 2025, Chinese seaports handled 79.1 million containers (+6.1%)
Beijing
Total freight traffic was three billion tons (+3.3%), of which 1.3 billion tons were with foreign countries (+1.9%).
CK Hutchison announces plans to include a Chinese investor in the consortium to sell Hutchison Ports
Hong Kong
Without the participation of the COSCO shipping group, China would not authorize the sale
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has awarded compensation of $1 billion over the X-Press Pearl accident.
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has awarded compensation of $1 billion over the X-Press Pearl accident.
Columbus
The container ship caught fire and sank near the port of Colombo
The Greek government sends a tugboat to the Red Sea to assist ships that may be attacked by the Houthis.
The Greek government sends a tugboat to the Red Sea to assist ships that may be attacked by the Houthis.
Piraeus
The AHTS "Giant" is leaving
Saipem and Subsea7 have signed a binding merger agreement.
Saipem and Subsea7 have signed a binding merger agreement.
Milan/Luxembourg
The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026.
In the second quarter, the port of Valencia handled over 1.5 million containers (+4.0%)
In the first half of 2025, the amount of new orders to Chinese shipyards fell by -18.2%
Beijing
A decrease of -3.5% in new construction completed in the period was recorded
In the second quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Trieste grew by +3.7%
Trieste
Bulk cargo increased. Miscellaneous cargo fell by 13.2%.
CMA CGM and TotalEnergies form joint venture for LNG bunkering in the Port of Rotterdam.
Marseille
Agreement to supply 360,000 tons of liquefied natural gas per year to the French group's ships
In the second quarter of 2025, freight traffic in Spanish ports decreased by -4.7%
Madrid
All the main product categories are decreasing except for conventional goods
Brookfield Asset Management to sell 49% of British port group PD Ports to Spain's Pontegadea
Middlesbrough
The English company has over 1,400 employees
In the quarter April-June, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2.3%
In the quarter April-June, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2.3%
Rotterdam
The port authority is alarmed by the state of crisis in the national industry.
The electrification of the docks in the ports of Livorno, Piombino and Portoferraio is proceeding according to plan.
Third dock for cruise traffic in the port of Catania
Catania
Pier 25's restyling completed
Another quarter of decline in freight traffic at the port of Algeciras
Algeciras
In the period April-June, containers amounted to 1.24 million TEUs (+1.0%)
A new tax applied to cruise passengers disembarking in national ports came into force today in Greece.
Athens
Belgian rail freight company Lineas receives €61 million government loan
Brussels
The measure was approved last night by the restricted council of ministers
ERTMS installation completed on 1,400 kilometers of Italian railway network
Rome
The project is financed with 2.5 billion euros from PNRR funds.
Wärtsilä's quarterly financial and commercial results are positive.
Helsinki
The Marine Electrical Systems division will be sold to the Italian company VINCI Energies.
In the port of Barcelona the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five
In the port of Barcelona the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five
Barcelona
The mayor: For the first time in history, a limit is placed on the growth of cruises in the city.
MSC and Moby have presented their commitments to meet the AGCM's requirements.
Rome
Shipping Agencies Services will sell its 49% stake in Moby, waiving the consideration in favor of the majority shareholder. Moby commits to completely repaying its debt to SAS.
Fincantieri confirms its interest in the development of American shipbuilding
Fincantieri confirms its interest in the development of American shipbuilding
Washington
Folgiero: Commitment to deliver next-generation capabilities in full alignment with U.S. strategic priorities
The Chamber of Deputies has approved the appointment of four presidents of Italian Port System Authorities.
Rome
The names proposed for the Port System Authorities of the Southern Adriatic, Central-Northern Tyrrhenian, Western Liguria, and Eastern Liguria have been approved. Voting on the Northern Tyrrhenian Authority has been postponed.
Information exchange between state administrations for the digitalization of the maritime sector begins
Rome
The first operational meeting at the Coast Guard General Command in Rome
The Clean Maritime Fuels Platform suggests measures to support the production and distribution of clean marine fuels
COSCO Shipping Ports sets new monthly and quarterly container traffic records
Hong Kong
In the period April-June, 29.4 million TEUs were handled (+4.5%)
Sharp increase in cases of seafarers abandoning their ships
London
2,286 crew members from 222 ships involved as of early 2025
Global freight traffic saw strong growth in the first quarter of this year in anticipation of new tariffs
Global freight traffic saw strong growth in the first quarter of this year in anticipation of new tariffs
Geneva
North America saw the strongest quarterly growth in imports
In the port of Antwerp-Bruges containers and rolling stock are increasing and other types of goods are decreasing
Antwerp
Traffic congestion continues at the airport, with the situation on the landside becoming critical
A study denounces the delay of European ports in equipping themselves with cold ironing facilities.
Brussels/Pozzallo
The tender to electrify the docks of the port of Pozzallo has begun.
T&E proposes to include more non-EU transhipment ports to avoid carbon leakage
Brussels
The association calls on the EU Commission to reduce the current threshold of 65% of transhipment traffic
Federlogistica urges the immediate establishment of a control room on tariffs
Genoa
The aim is also to eliminate extra costs caused by bureaucracy.
Containerized cargo handled through the port of Singapore fell by 2.9% in the second quarter.
Singapore
Last May, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.8%
Last May, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.8%
Cairo
The negative trend continued in June and early July
Terminal operators are not at all satisfied with a policy that seems to have no interest in ports
Rome
Cognolato: It is essential to close the ongoing trials on several fronts.
The largest ship ever to dock at Cagliari's Porto Canale at the MITO terminal.
Milan
The container ship "MSC Venice" with a capacity of 16,652 TEU arrived yesterday
On 5 and 6 November in Lisbon a summit called by the ILA against automation in the maritime and port sector
On 5 and 6 November in Lisbon a summit called by the ILA against automation in the maritime and port sector
North Bergen/Metzingen
South Korean HD Hyundai, together with German NEURA Robotics, will develop and test welding robots in shipyards
The toll of the horrific attack on the bulk carrier Eternity C in the Red Sea is still uncertain.
Mandaluyong/London/Brussels
Joint statement by ICS, BIMCO, European Shipowners, Intercargo and Intertanko
In the first half of 2025, bulk cargo increased and general cargo decreased in the port of Marseille-Fos
Marseille
Cruise passengers increase by +5%
The Senate has approved the framework law on interports
Rome
UIR, gives the Italian interport system a modern, orderly and coherent regulatory framework
Carlo De Ruvo was elected president of Confetra
Rome
Among the challenges, the uncontrolled expansion of large logistics groups and their concentration
Number of pirate attacks on ships still high in the second quarter of 2025
Number of pirate attacks on ships still high in the second quarter of 2025
Kuala Lumpur
The number of acts of violence against crews is decreasing
Telemar and TNL Group merger agreement
Telemar and TNL Group merger agreement
Oslo/Athens/Paris
One of the top three operators in the OT/IoT services market for the maritime and superyacht sectors will be created
Attacks on ships in the Red Sea still cause deaths among seafarers
Portsmouth
Liberian-flagged bulk carrier " Eternity C" targeted
Canadian shipbuilding company Davie acquires second shipyard in Finland
Helsinki/Pori
It will buy the Enersense Offshore shipyard
Amendment on Port Labor Supply Agencies Approved
Rome
Immediate transformation into Agencies authorised to provide temporary port work
Salvini appoints a manager of a private shipping company from Campania as president of the regional AdSP
Rome
This is Eliseo Cuccaro, CEO of Alilauro
Extend the application of the 0.1% sulphur limit in marine fuels globally
Extend the application of the 0.1% sulphur limit in marine fuels globally
Berlin
This is proposed by an analysis by the International Council on Clean Transportation
IMO and EU condemn renewed attacks on ships in the Red Sea
London/Brussels
Dominguez: New violation of international law and freedom of navigation
In the second quarter of this year, Finnlines' revenues decreased by -5.0%.
Helsinki
Net profit of 26.1 million euros (+7.7%)
Container traffic in the Port of New York remained stable in the April-June quarter.
New York
An increase of +4.9% was recorded in the first half of 2025
The Chamber of Deputies approves the appointment of the presidents of five Port System Authorities.
Rome
They are Davide Gariglio, Francesco Rizzo, Eliseo Cuccaro, Francesco Benevolo and Giovanni Gugliotti
Latrofa appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Port Authority of the Central-Northern Tyrrhenian Sea
Rome
Ministerial decree signed
The PNRR tender for interports has been reopened.
Rome
Resources available amounting to 2.2 million euros
Port of Livorno: Workers are the priority in the LTM crisis
Livorno
UPS's quarterly earnings performance declines
Atlanta
Net income in the April-June quarter was $1.28 billion (-8.9%)
Approval for the 2025 budget variation of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority.
Gioia Tauro
500 thousand euros for the 49% share held by the Port Agency company
FHP Group acquires the remaining 10% stake in Lotras
Milan/Foggia
The integration between Lotras and CFI Intermodal will begin to create FHP Intermodal.
OITAF scientific document on good practices in the logistics and transport of fresh fruit and vegetables
Milan
The Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has joined the PLIKA
Livorno
Platform dedicated to training, innovation and knowledge sharing in the logistics and port sectors
Matteo Paroli's nomination as president of the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has been signed.
Rome
He has a degree in law and a specialization in administrative law.
Container throughput increases in Haropa Port, while bulk cargo decreases.
Le Havre
In the first half of this year, containers were 1.51 million TEUs (+4%)
Bureau Veritas reports a 9.8% quarterly increase in revenues in the Marine & Offshore segment
Courbevoie
Kalmar and Konecranes increase new orders in the April-June quarter
Helsinki
The turnover of the two Finnish companies is slightly increasing
Container traffic in the port of Barcelona fell by 12.2% in the second quarter.
Barcelona
Assiterminal threatens a new wave of appeals against regulations it believes are damaging to port operations
Genoa
2M Logistics signs an agreement with Salerno-based Gallozzi
Barendrecht
The Dutch company will represent GF Logistics, a subsidiary of the Italian group, in the Benelux region.
Swiss company Kuehne+Nagel's quarterly profits fell
Schindellegi
In the period April-June of this year, net turnover grew by +1.7%
Yang Ming orders three 8,000 TEU container ships from Nihon Shipyard and Imabari Shipbuilding
Keelung/Imabari
Contract valued at $351.3-394.5 million
Italia Nostra reiterates its strong concerns about the construction of the Fiumicino-Isola Sacra port.
Rome
European maritime cities, destinations for cruise tourism - the association highlights - denounce the phenomenon of over-tourism in the cruise sector
Egypt's first automotive terminal has come into operation at Port Said East.
East Port Said
It can accommodate two car carriers at the same time
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Tepsa has acquired a liquid bulk terminal in the port of Rotterdam.
Singapore/Rotterdam
It was sold by Global Energy Storage Holdings
The Spinelli Group has approved its 2024 sustainability report.
Genoa
Of the company's 616 direct employees, 49% are under the age of 50.
In the second quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by +1.6%
Ankara
Cargoes to and from Italy amounted to 12.7 million tons (+10.1%)
Extension of the Simplified Logistics Zone for Genoa Ports and Dry Ports to the Savona, Vado Ligure, and Bergeggi areas.
Genoa
Approval from the ZLS Steering Committee
Isotta Fraschini Motori has inaugurated a new production line for hydrogen fuel cell systems in Bari.
Trieste
They will be used for naval and land solutions
The Grande Shanghai , the Grimaldi Group's first ammonia-ready car carrier, has been christened.
Naples
It has a load capacity of 9,000 CEUs.
The Port of Genoa, FILT, and UILT have declared a five-day strike at the Bettolo Terminal.
Genoa
Fit Cisl Liguria expressed solidarity with the workers
The tender for the dredging of the commercial dock basin at the port of Ancona has been published.
Ancona
The removal of approximately 730 thousand cubic meters of sediment is planned
Tender for the restoration and enhancement of docks 32 and 33 in the Deep Sea Zone of the port of Savona
Genoa
An investment of over 6.7 million euros is expected
There are 1,100 workers in Palermo directly employed in the seaside tourism sector
Palermo
This year, cruise traffic is expected to grow by 9.4% in the port of the Sicilian capital.
Six-month growth of +9% in freight on the St. Petersburg-India/China maritime route
Fly
FESCO operates six vessels in the service
Port of Trieste: Special Commissioner Gurrieri under investigation for money laundering
Trieste
I am certain - he declared - that I can demonstrate that I acted legally, in full transparency.
Vard signs new contract for the construction of two CSOVs
Trieste
The vessels will be used to support operations in the offshore wind sector
UIR welcomes the publication of the tender for the digitalization of the logistics chain.
Rome
Di Caterina (ALIS): a concrete tool that enhances the needs of businesses and strengthens the logistics system
GNV celebrated its first ten years of activity on the Italy-Albania route
Durres
During the period, the company's ships carried over 1.25 million passengers
A shipment of over 1.2 tons of marijuana was seized at the port of Gioia Tauro.
Reggio Calabria/Catanzaro
Members of a criminal organization that imported drugs from South America through European ports and airports have been arrested.
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean to build seven 15,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Walden to sell healthcare logistics business to Yusen Logistics
Paris
Exclusive negotiations announced
Solinas (Sardinian Action Party) is not at all satisfied with the state of Sardinian ports
Cagliari
The immediate establishment of a special commission is urged
ANSI welcomes the introduction of the information dashboard for managing private procurement contracts in logistics.
Rome
D'Angelo: it will allow the country to take another step forward
Russo (Confcommercio): excluding road transport from the PNRR funding was shortsighted.
Rome
First bulletin from the Freight Insights Observatory produced by the National Center for Sustainable Mobility
ABB Group posts sharp growth in quarterly financial and business performance
Zurich
In the period April-June the value of new orders grew by +16.0%
Informal consultations have begun on the preliminary proposal for the new Ancona Port Master Plan.
Ancona
Eleven meetings scheduled for July
Program agreement for preparatory and functional interventions for the construction of the bridge over the Strait of Messina
Rome
It was signed today in Rome
Project to develop an ecological station for the treatment of wastewater from ships
Naples
Initiative of the Neapolitan Group of the Cenere and Iello Landing
Assiterminal urges against bringing sediment from the Bagnoli dredging project into the port of Naples.
Genoa
Cognolato and Ferrari: It is essential to safeguard the full functionality of the commercial port's activities.
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach fell 3.4% in the second quarter.
Long Beach
A decline of -16.4% was recorded in June
Paolo Pessina has been appointed vice president of Conftrasporto-Confcommercio.
Rome
He is president of the national federation of maritime agents and brokers
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong decreased by -8.2% in the second quarter
Hong Kong
A decrease of -13.7% was recorded in June
Cuneo-based logistics company Nord Ovest is seeing growing financial results.
Wedge
Construction work on a new depot in Mondovì will be completed in early 2026.
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles grows driven by fears of new tariffs
Los Angeles
June saw the highest volume ever recorded for this month
The Management Committee of the Sardinia Sea Port Authority has adopted the DPSS
Cagliari
Green light for the concession to MITO and the appeal against the rejection of Olbia's dredging project.
Three events in Genoa for three new Explora Journeys cruise ships.
Genoa
A technical launch, a coin laying and the cutting of the first sheet metal were carried out at the Fincantieri shipyard
Grimaldi sells 5% of Terminal Darsena Toscana to Livorno Port Company
Naples/Livorno
Option to purchase an additional 5% of the share capital
Concession agreement signed that assigns management of the port of Tartous to DP World
Damascus
It has a lifespan of 30 years
Matteo Gasparato appointed president of the Northern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Rome
He was appointed extraordinary commissioner of the same port authority
Meeting in Rome between the heads of ESPO and Assoporti
Rome
Among the topics addressed, the competitiveness of European ports in the current global context
Chinese airline OOCL reports quarterly decline in scheduled service revenues
Hong Kong
Cargo transported by the company's ships is increasing
Collaboration between the Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority and the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority
Rome
Agreement with an initial duration of five years
Survey in Germany on the prospects of companies in the maritime, port and shipbuilding sectors
Hamburg
Shipowners are more concerned. Positive prospects for ports and shipyards.
Port of Augusta: Work begins on a third bridge connecting the island to the mainland.
Augusta
Work worth over 20 million euros
Vard signs contract with InkFish for new research vessel
Trieste
The deal is worth more than 200 million euros.
1.1 billion euros will be invested in the port of Hamburg to strengthen the container sector
Hamburg
Improving accessibility and port infrastructure in the Waltershofer Hafen area
Meyer Turku delivered the new Star of the Seas cruise ship to Royal Caribbean
Turku
It has a gross tonnage of 250,800 tons
ESPO calls for increased funding for ports under the next EU Multiannual Financial Framework
Brussels
The CEF programme funds have proven to be far from sufficient
Fincantieri delivers the new Oceania Allura cruise ship to Oceania Cruises.
Miami/Trieste
Two additional Sonata-class ships have been converted into orders.
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
Confindustria event on the sea economy in Rome on July 15th
Rome
The public meeting of the International Containers Studies Center will be held in Genoa on July 2nd
Genoa
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Why Malta is objecting to a new price cap on Russian oil
(timesofmalta.com)
US has its eye on Greek ports
(Kathimerini)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Uniport: Bringing debris from Bagnoli to the port of Naples would postpone long-awaited dredging.
Rome
Legora de Feo: It's necessary to find alternative solutions.
Taiwanese companies Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenues.
Keelung/Taipei
In the period April-June it fell by -18.7%, -26.5% and -8.6% respectively
The establishment of the Information Dashboard for the management of private procurement contracts in logistics has been approved.
In May, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +1.4%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
EU approves joint purchase of port equipment by terminal operators
Brussels
Joint definition of minimum technical specifications of equipment is also permitted
Serbian energy group EPS will import coal through the Montenegrin port of Bar
Bar
Currently imports from Indonesia pass through the port of Constanta
Fincantieri Foundation and Luiss University launch a project to strengthen the safety of underwater infrastructure.
Trieste
Among the objectives, contribute to the definition of a specific regulatory framework
Freewheeling: The government's U-turn on anti-mafia controls in the road haulage sector is a welcome development.
Modena
Franchini: If the government has realized it made a mistake, that's good news.
Agostinelli (AdSP Tirreno Meridionale e Ionio): the amendment that allows for the early transformation of the Gioia Tauro Port Agency is extremely important.
Confindustria's event on the maritime economy will take place in Rome on July 15th.
Rome
The confederation's strategic document on the sector will be presented
Kerala seeks $1.1 billion from MSC in damages over MSC Elsa 3 sinking
Thiruvananthapuram
Temporary detention of the vessel "MSC Akuteta II" granted
Trasportounito requests the cancellation of the renewal procedure of the Central Committee of the Register of Hauliers
Rome
New seizure of a load of cocaine in the port of Gioia Tauro
Reggio Calabria
16 bags containing 417 kilos of drugs were found in a container
MOL and Kinetics to build world's first floating data center
Tokyo
It will be installed on a vessel of 9,731 gross tonnage
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