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Exim India web site
FEBRUARY 17, 2025
  • SCI and BPCL ink MoU and NDA to explore strategic alliance in shipping
  • Nhava Sheva Distribution Terminal attaining new highs in cargo handling in 2025
  • DGS issues instructions regarding installation of CCTV systems on vessels visiting Indian ports
  • Haldia Oil Jetty berth shutdown
  • Baltic Exchange Market Report (14 February 2025)
  • INDIAN PORTS ASSOCIATION
  • WCO and Japan collaborate to establish WCO Security Project for Central Asia and Caucasus to combat illicit trafficking
  • Solar module exports reach $782 million in April-Nov. 2024
  • India to focus on 20 countries to boost exports
  • Govt rationalises Customs tariff structure to promote exports
  • CONCOR's ICD-Whitefield sets container train handling record in Jan.
  • Palm oil imports dip
  • GDP to grow by 6.7 pc in FY26: RBI
  • PCHAA champions blood donation awareness through Box Cricket Tournament
  • Proposed national container shipping carrier aims to de-risk country's international trade
  • World trade growth revised down for 2025-26
  • India's finished steel imports rise to all-time high
  • Trump's reciprocal tariffs seen taking weeks, months to complete

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International Transport Journal web site
FEBRUARY 17, 2025
  • 15 in 15 for UBV
  • Hyundai forklifts like Scottish whisky
  • Qatar Airways transports millions of roses for Valentine's...
  • Italian intermodal operator extends smart fleet
  • Guyana Port names its first dredger
  • 150 Actros for refrigerated deliveries
  • Nosta appoints Markus Dodt as COO for contract logistics
  • Saudia Cargo sets GSA strategy for 2025
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Mou for ICS, LROO, Marina
  • Dual leadership for Barig
  • Arvato expands logistics partnership with Douglas
  • Truck manufacturer and energy supplier team up

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The Loadstar web site
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
  • Ecommerce platforms cancel flights and slash capacity - market is 'a mess'
  • Carriers need to cut more capacity for March GRIs to hold
  • XPO - makeover appeal...
  • EC slams US 'reciprocal tariffs' plan and says the trading bloc will retaliate
  • Conf call redux: GXO Logistics hammered - yet the song remains the same
  • No love letter for airlines as shippers eye sending flowers by sea
  • Port of Rotterdam braces for more disruption as industrial dispute heats up
  • LX Pantos spreads its wings as ecommerce traffic drives network expansion

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Marine Log web site
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
  • HD KSOE takes wraps off 15,000 TEU nuclear containership design
    HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE), an intermediary holding company for HD Hyundai's shipbuilding sector has obtained Approval in Principle (AIP) from the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) for a
  • Virgin Islands operator takes delivery of new Incat Crowther fast ferry
    Virgin Islands operator Smith's Ferry Service has taken delivery of a new Incat Crowther designed 24-meter fast passenger ferry, the I Legend. Built by Brisbane, Australia, shipyard Aluminium Marine, it will transport
  • What caused $1.3M Three Girls fishing vessel fire?
    The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has issued its report on an August 11, 2024, engine room fire aboard the fishing vessel Three Girls that led to an estimated $1.3 million in

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Container News web site
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
  • Weekly Update: Container Shipping Stock Highlights
    The container shipping market saw a dynamic week, marked by notable fluctuations in stock performance among key players. Factors such as tariffs, political tensions, geopolitical conflicts, and disruptions in global trade distribution have significantly affected the industry. Below are the weekly stock highlights of the container shipping sector: SITC International Holdings Co Ltd (1308) SITC Int
  • CMA CGM revamps Bora Med Service with new calls at Syrian ports
    CMA CGM's Short Sea Lines Division announced the reshuffling of the Bora Med Service (BMS) with the inclusion of Syrian ports in the rotation. The updated rotation began on 10 February from the port of Beirut. The BMS will now serve the Syrian market, providing a maritime link between Turkey, the Adriatic region, and the Eastern Mediterranean. The service will be operated by a fleet of six vessel
  • AI-Generated Magic of Valentine's Day Logistics
    Welcome to a delightful gallery of AI-generated images capturing the magic of Valentine's Day logistics! From charming containers brimming with colorful candies to elegantly packed gifts ready for delivery, these visuals celebrate the journey of love and sweetness. Whether it's heart-shaped treats, beautifully wrapped presents, or festive transport scenes, each image reflects the joy of sharing a
  • Gebrüder Weiss enhances presence in US with new Arizona facility
    Gebrüder Weiss has announced the launch of a new facility in Phoenix, Arizona, as part of its ongoing expansion in the United States. This location is expected to offer air and sea freight services, including customs clearance, as well as partial and full-load land transport solutions. The company is strengthening its presence in North America, particularly to cater to the growing trade between t
  • DP World Sokhna completes first passenger vehicle export shipment
    In a significant boost to Egypt's automotive industry, DP World has successfully managed the first-ever export shipment of passenger vehicles from Ain Sokhna Port. The roll-on-roll-off (ro-ro) vessel ULUSOY 5, operated by Khedivial Marine Agency (KMA) Egypt, recently set sail for Jebel Ali, Dubai, carrying 498 locally assembled Nissan Sunny cars. Following this initial shipment, DP World aims to
  • Nuclear Shipping Back in Discussion
    The quest for net-zero emissions in the shipping industry by 2050 is steering towards an innovative and promising horizon-nuclear power. With the maritime sector identified as one of the hard-to-abate sectors due to its significant carbon emissions, the integration of nuclear technology offers not just an environmental uplift but also a strong economic rationale. This content is locked Select a C
  • AD Ports Group reports annual financial growth
    AD Ports Group has announced its preliminary unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ending 31 December 2024. The year was marked by robust organic growth, both operationally and financially, supported by inorganic growth driven by acquisitions, including Noatum and GFS, according to the company's statement. AD Ports reported a stronger balance sheet with lower leverage,
  • CMA CGM introduces new intra-Mediterranean service
    CMA CGM's Short Sea Lines Division announced the launch of the Alexandria Express (ALYEX), a new intra-Mediterranenan service set to begin in mid-February. This weekly service, starting from Valencia on 15 February 2025, will provide a maritime link between Spain, Italy, and Egypt. The service will be operated by a fleet of five vessels, with a rotation that includes Valencia (Spain), Barcelona (
  • ONE names its first owned newbuilding vessel
    Ocean Network Express (ONE) announced a major milestone with the naming of ONE Sparkle, its first-ever owned and operated newbuilding container vessel. Jeremy Nixon, CEO of ONE, stated, "The naming of ONE Sparkle marks a significant achievement for our company. As our first owned newbuilding, this vessel highlights our dedication to sustainable shipping with its cutting-edge design and alternativ
  • Box carriers adjust intra-Asia routes
    Several container lines have announced changes in their intra-Asia services aiming to provide their customers with more efficient solutions. According to Dynamar, Asean Seas Line has revived its Japan-China JPX2 service, which is operated by a single 1,100 TEU vessel. The updated port rotation of the service is Osaka (Japan) - Kobe (Japan) - Hakata (Japan) - Qingdao (China) - Rizhao (China) - Osa
  • Green regulations drive up costs for liner operators in Europe
    Since the start of 2025, emissions-related surcharges have doubled on the Asia-North Europe container trade, according to Alphaliner, as carriers contend with the European Union's (EU's) stricter decarbonization measures. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container New
  • New boss at Bengal Tiger Line
    Singapore-headquartered Bengal Tiger Line (BTL) has announced the appointment of a new chief executive officer (CEO). Andrew Winter will take the helm of the company, replacing Bill Smart, who will be retiring, according to the latest DynaLiners report. Andrew Winter has been working for 24 years in various positions at X-Press Feeders, which, like BTL, is also owned by Chris Harnoll's HICO Inves
  • MSC to acquire 49% stake in Boluda Towage
    The saga of MSC increasing its stake in Boluda Towage, the tug division of Boluda Corporación Marítima, continues. According to the latest reports, the Swiss-Italian shipping giant is set to acquire a 49% stake in Boluda Towage. As part of the deal, MSC will merge its own tug division, MedTug, with Boluda, according to the latest DynaLiners report. Pending regulatory approval, the deal is expecte
  • Evergreen splits US$3 billion vessel order between South Korea and China
    Taiwanese container shipping company Evergreen has placed a major order for 11 LNG dual-fuel container vessels, each with a capacity of 24,000 TEUs. Evergreen has split its order between South Korea's Hanwha Ocean (six vessels) and China's CSSC Guangzhou Shipyard International (five vessels). According to Dynamar, the deal is worth between US$2.9 billion and US$3.2 billion. The consultancy descri
  • Port of Long Beach handles over 952,000 TEUs in January
    The Port of Long Beach kicked off the new year with its strongest January ever and its second-busiest month in history, driven largely by retailers rushing to move goods ahead of anticipated tariffs on imports from China, Mexico, and Canada. In January, dockworkers and terminal operators handled 952,733 TEUs, an astonishing 41.4% increase compared to the same period last year and an 18.9% jump ov
  • CMA CGM increases Far East - Mediterranean rates
    French shipping company CMA CGM has announced new Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates that will be effective from 1 March 2025 until further notice. These rates will apply to shipments originating from all main ports in the West Mediterranean, Black Sea, Adriatic, and East Mediterranean regions. The destination range will include all ports in Asia and the Far East, with additional surcharges applicable
  • Maersk and Castlery forge 10-year partnership
    Danish ocean carrier Maersk has signed a 10-year ocean and integrated logistics service agreement with Castlery, a Singapore-founded international furniture brand. Castlery plans future expansion in the coming years and believes the partnership with Maersk will be important in supporting this phase of growth. Maersk will provide end-to-end logistics solutions, covering ocean freight, intermodal t
  • Container lines enhance intra-Europe services
    Several box carriers have announced updates on their intra-Europe routes, aiming to optimize and strengthen their service networks. Later in February, Ocean Network Express (ONE) will launch the new Polish Shuttle (PLS), which will link Northwest Europe with Poland. The company will deploy one 1,100 TEU ship on the service that will call Hamburg (Germany), Rotterdam (the Netherlands), Gdynia (Pol
  • Cargotec reports profit margin growth
    Cargotec's annual financial results highlight notable developments in the company's performance over the previous year. The review shows that the comparable operating profit margin improved during the year. Orders received grew by 3%, reaching a total of US$1.565 billion, compared to US$1.52 billion in the previous year. However, the order book declined, amounting to US$672 million at the end of
  • cargo-partner enhances Spare Parts Logistics for Komptech
    To improve service speed and reliability for international customers, Komptech has optimized its spare parts logistics with the support of cargo-partner. The iLogistics

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Splash web site
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
  • Pritchard-Gordon launches renewables business
    UK's Pritchard-Gordon group has entered the European offshore wind and marine renewable energy sectors. Best know for its tankers business, the group has established a dedicated entity, PG Renewables, which will initially focus on unexploded ordnance (UXO) identification, relocation and disposal services in the UK and Europe. PG Renewables brings together a team of with ...
  • Container spot rates slide to 2023 lows
    The container sector is heading into its normal post-Lunar New Year lull that typically lasts until April/May. The scale of the drops in spot rates is large, but the sector still remains one of the more profitable shipping sectors. The weekly Drewry World Container Index slumped 5% to $3,095 per feu yesterday. However, the index ...
  • MOL in vessel tie-up for domestic floating wind sector
    Japanese shipping giant Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) has joined forces with Fukada Salvage & Marine Works to explore collaboration on transportation and installation vessels for floating offshore wind turbines. Floating offshore wind turbines are usually assembled at a port and towed to the installation site by anchor-handling vessels. After being towed to the installation site, ...
  • Chantiers gets maintenance deal for two French offshore wind substations
    The marine energy business unit of French shipbuilder Chantiers de l'Atlantique, Atlantique Offshore Energy, has won contracts to carry out preventive maintenance on two substations for future French offshore wind farms. The multi-year maintenance contracts will see Atlantique Offshore Energy provide associated services on electrical substations on the Éoliennes en Mer Îles d'Yeu et de ...
  • Bulk carrier collides with American nuclear-powered aircraft carrier off Egypt
    The United States Navy announced on Thursday that an investigation was underway after the nuclear-powered USS Harry S Truman aircraft carrier was involved in a collision with a Panamanian-flagged bulk carrier in the Mediterranean Sea. The accident happened late on Wednesday night near Egypt's Port Said. "The collision did not endanger the Harry S. Truman ...
  • UK government funding scheme set to boost offshore wind capacity
    The UK has announced the Clean Industry Bonus (CIB), a new incentive scheme looking to increase investments in the offshore wind sector and push the country closer to its goal of decarbonising its energy system by 2030. The scheme will provide an initial £27m ($33.5m) in funding for every gigawatt of capacity from offshore wind ...
  • Spire Global sues Kpler
    Spire Global is suing Kpler, claiming the Belgian tech firm has failed to follow through on its plans to buy Spire Maritime, an AIS data provider. On November 13 last year, Spire Global entered into a share purchase agreement with Kpler to sell its maritime business. Since then, however, Kpler has failed to consummate the ...
  • Rewriting Women into Maritime History initiative goes global
    The Lloyd's Register-backed Rewriting Women into Maritime History initiative to uncover and showcase the critical role of women in the maritime sector, past and present has entered a new, international phase. Launched in the UK and Ireland in 2023, the programme uses archival material held by maritime organisations, as well as oral histories to piece ...
  • Seafarer salaries and retention rates on the rise
    Retaining seafarers has improved slightly over the past year, thanks in part to salary raises, the annual Crew Managers' Survey by Danica Crewing Specialists has revealed. In its survey of in-house crew managers in shipowning and shipmanagement companies, almost 90% reported that they had increased salaries in 2024. Only 7% said they had not raised ...
  • MOL details trial of laser to remove rust and coatings
    Japan's largest shipowner has teamed up with a top yard and tech firm Furukawa Electric to trial a laser system to remove rust and coatings from a bulk carrier. Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) worked with Tsuneishi Shipbuilding to use Furukawa's InfraLaser system when a bulk carrier went in for a regular dry dock. "During ship ...
  • How the IMO's Carbon Intensity Indicator could halve shipping's climate emissions
    Ahead of a big green meeting at the International Maritime Organization next week, John Maggs from the Clean Shipping Coalition writes on how getting a global fuel standard and levy over the l

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Lloyd's List web site
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
  • Baltic tension simmers as Estonia says it is prepared to stop ships in international waters
    Estonia and other Baltic states are taking steps to prevent further attacks on undersea cables and other infrastructure
  • What you should know ahead of ISW-GHG 18
    The IMO has two more opportunities to agree on a carbon price and greenhouse gas fuel standard before MEPC83 in...
  • Trump's 'massive' reciprocal tariffs plan is recipe for front-loading
    The National Retail Federation warns that Trump's newly announced reciprocal tariffs 'will be extremely disruptive to our supply chains'. There...
  • Let go of Unclos and we may never get freedom of navigation back
    You might just miss the rules once they are gone
  • The continuing trauma of the livestock carrier fleet as casualties persist
    Residents fear pollution from abandoned livestock carrier which remains aground after 10 months
  • High Court overturns arbitration award after 'substantial injustice' at tribunal
    Tribunal reached wrong decision because it considered paperwork alone, argues star KC Karia
  • Crew retention better in 2024, survey finds
    Danica Crewing Specialists' latest crew managers survey presents a slightly rosier picture in terms of shipping's crewing crisis, with retention...
  • Höegh Autoliners to boost fleet with chartered ships as high rates ease
    Höegh Autoliners chief executive Andreas Enger said global vehicle carrier markets are becoming more balanced in terms of supply and...
  • DP World plans stablecoin-based payment system to boost trade
    DP World's stablecoin payments technology aims to make cross-border financial transactions seamless, especially in emerging markets, which are usually in...
  • Bulk carrier in collision with US aircraft carrier
    The bulker sustained structural damage as a result of the incident and was held at Port Said while a damage...
  • Chinese state entity takes over sanctioned Zhoushan Wison shipyard
    Move highlights China's strategy of using state-backed capital to support companies affected by sanctions
  • The Daily View: Competing demands
    Your latest edition of Lloyd's List's Daily View - the essential briefing on the stories shaping shipping
  • Hong Kong completes inaugural LNG bunkering operation
    Maiden LNG bunkering for Hong Kong marks progress towards its goals to supply cleaner fuels but port still trails regional...
  • Imperial Petroleum sustains 'profitable momentum' ahead of dry bulk expansion
    Debt-free fleet generated $50m in profits last year as cash in the bank rose to $207m
  • Daily Briefing
    Ukraine's Black Sea traffic stabilises in 2024, while Danube calls tumble | Fredriksen hit for costs after losing Arcadia action...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
  • US LTL rates rising as industrial outlook, shipper confidence improve
    A 5.8% jump in the less-than-truckload producer price index in January accompanied growth in US manufacturing orders and output.
  • BCOs have plenty of 'noise' to contend with in container shipping market: analyst
    While carriers are progressively mastering the dark arts of blank sailings, inexplicable and/or unexplainable surcharges and other supply restraints and revenue enhancements, no amount of those tactics will be sufficient to deal with the oversupply of capacity once the Red Sea reopens, writes John McCauley.
  • Long-term contracts expected to lift ro/ro operators to healthy 2025
    Continued strong vehicle trade will more than offset a first-half dip in high and heavy equipment movements, while executives say the impact from possible US tariffs on vehicle imports from Mexico and Canada would be minimal.
  • From MAC to FGA: Access Control Evolution
    Learn how integrating MAC, DAC, RBAC, and FGA can strengthen your application's authorization
  • Ocean carriers seek competitive edge in choice of green fuels
    Ship owners are having to make huge investments in vessels with a lifespan of over 20 years without a clear view of evolving regulations and technology that

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TradeWinds web site
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
  • Is Ukraine peace really a negative catalyst for product tanker owners?
    Shipowners argue against a return to 'dependence' and say dark fleet has 'one-way ticket'
  • Wavelength Podcast: Iran and closed door greenhouse gas talks to change shipping for ever
    Plus, P&I clubs transfer window set to close and the LNG bloodbath
  • 'We want to win': Western Bulk CEO sees profitable year ahead after improved 2024 results
    But the bulker operator is 'pessimistic' about the market outlook this year
  • Product tanker stocks start weakly after Thursday's big sell-off
    'They picked the wrong week,' says equity analyst of one shipowner's investor gathering
  • Western Bulk Chartering books improved results for 2024
    Results show how much has been saved through job cuts and efficiency measures
  • UK delays maritime decarbonisation plans, further putting net-zero goals at risk
    Environmental committee 'disappointed' and 'frustrated; with government response
  • IMO headed for 'difficult discussions' as shipping and green groups call for carbon progress
    Some countries are not yet ready to support levy proposal
  • Blacklisted VLCC crude shipments from Middle East have doubled, says Tankers International
    But pools player says potential new US sanctionings could change this
  • Red Sea relief with Gaza ceasefire back on track after Israel hostage release list
    Fragile truce survives crisis, keeping Red Sea open for vessels still reluctant to sail through
  • Why tanker owners tempted to order less fashionable MR1 vessels should be rewarded
    Those with new ships in underinvested sector set to gain as fleet ages
  • Dark fleet tankers find fresh terminals willing to take sanctioned Russian and Iranian crude
    Berths in Dongying, Huizhou and Huangzeshan willing to take cargoes from blacklisted ships
  • Global Maritime Forum: How the IMO can construct a bridge to a zero-emission future
    A global fuel standard will not work alone, says director of decarbonisation Jesse Fahnestock
  • Spire Global sues Kpler for $241m to complete purchase of vessel-tracking division
    Court action comes after reports of antitrust concerns
  • Container lines brace for rate war after historic shake-up in alliances
    Biggest-ever shift in alliances brings a fresh fight for market share
  • Weaker demand hits Viking Line sales as market uncertainty clouds forward guidance
    Cruise and ferry operator saw falling passenger-related demand in latest quarter
  • KCC edges closer to scrapping three older ships as markets weaken
    Boss Engebret Dahm is still trying to find further trading options for Cabu vessels ahead of newbuilding deliveries
  • Golar FLNG conversion candidate berths in China for landmark job
    Completed, currently open floater due for handover at end of 2027
  • Container lines brace for rate war after historic shakeup in alliances
    The biggest-ever shift in liner alliances brings a fresh fight for market share
  • Clarksons highlights dividend and contract risk at Wallenius Wilhelmsen
    Analysts see risk-reward balance leaning towards the downside
  • Shipowners' Club takes on challengers for small ship insurance crown
    Simon Peacock says underwriting discipline has been key to premium freeze for 2025
  • Catastrophic reef oil spill prompts Pacific island nation lawsuit against shipowner and insurer
    Residents want compensation for what they say were devastating effects of 2019 grounding
  • EU carbon credit costs remain higher than any point in 2024 despite recent pullback
    Shipowners and operators should brace for possible price gains in 2026
  • No sign of major Red Sea shipping return yet, says Clarksons
    Head of research Stephen Gordon identifies range of factors influencing owners' next moves
  • 'Bloodbath': LNG carrier market hits rock bottom amid bleak outlook for 2025
    Lay-up chatter grows as hunt for upturn drivers draws a blank
  • Hoegh Autoliners share price nosedives after dividend miss and weak outlook
    Shipowner says geopolitical landscape is unpredictable and uncertainty has increased
  • Rising salaries improve seafarer retention rates, says crewing agency
    Shortage of 'competent seafarers' still a problem
  • Norwegian wealth fund raises bets on Frontline and Hafnia in $1.5bn shipping portfolio
    Government Pension Fund Norway returns 7.6% in 2024
  • Harry Vafias' Imperial Petroleum eyes fleet growth with 'enviable' $207m in the bank
    Athens tanker and bulker owner's earnings slip on weaker freight rates
  • 'Errors and omissions': Financial watchdog details red flags on bulker owner Belships' books
    Norwegian supervisory authority cites problems with reporting of ship leases and staff bonuses
  • ONE marks Valentine's Day 'milestone' with first owned container ship newbuilding
    Vessel marks a new chapter for Japanese-owned liner giant
  • London calling: NorthStandard insider James Bean opens up on joining P&I's new guard
    The keen runner is the newest CEO among the 12-strong International Group
  • KCC's combination carriers beat tanker and bulker rates as profit falls in 'historically strong year'
    Norwegian owner continues to outperform both wet and dry markets
  • Only 11 days of talks left to decide economic tool charting shipping's path to key climate goals
    What is on the table as IMO ensures investment in new ships and tech aligns with its greenhouse gas strategy?
  • NRP Project Finance pays out $109m to investors in 'active year'
    Firm successfully cashed in assets and entered new projects in 2024 with strong deal flow expected this year
  • VLCCs 'particularly attractive' for investment, says Adnoc L&S executive
    Chief financial officer says big tankers are the most tempting, while key priority is logistics growth
  • Rocktree in deal to buy South American port services and river shipping company
    Investment firm Entrust Global's maritime fund provided private credit to finance deal
  • Rising seafarer salaries improve retention rates, says crewing agency
    Shortage of 'competent seafarers' still a problem
  • Evergreen Marine splashes up to $3.25bn on mega-size container ships
    Each of the 11 newbuildings are costing between $265m and $295m

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American Shipper web site
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
  • Lawmaker blames FedEx pressure, Trump bungling for de minimis U-turn
    Rep. Rosa DeLauro says the Trump administration has retreated from removing a lucrative tariff exemption for low-value e-commerce goods made in China. In its haste to crack down on duty evasion and fentanyl smuggling, the White House made the situation worse, she says.
  • Air cargo delivers for Valentine's Day
    Cargo airlines have transported thousands of tons of flowers from South America and Africa to North America and Europe for Valentine's Day.

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ESPO: The EU Parliament's Budget Committee's request for more funding for transport, energy and infrastructure is welcome
Brussels
The importance of financing TEN-T networks to enable their adaptation for both military and civilian dual-use purposes was highlighted
Solidarity contribution for the families of port workers who are victims of accidents at work
Rome
It was established by the National Bilateral Port Authority
Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore Division Reports Record Quarterly Revenue
Neuilly-sur-Seine
New historical peak also for the classified fleet
PSA reportedly considering selling its 20% stake in Hutchison Ports
Singapore
This is according to "Reuters", which had already floated this hypothesis at the end of 2022
Federagenti, Italy must give a sharp acceleration to the projects of ZES, free zones and Special Logistics Zones
Rome
Pessina: There is no space for reflections prey to bureaucracy
In the first quarter of this year, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -5.8%.
Rotterdam
Both disembarkation (-3.1%) and embarkation (-11.9%) loads are decreasing
Increase in container cargo is not enough for the port of Antwerp-Bruges to avoid a -4.0% decline in quarterly traffic
Antwerp
The decline in liquid bulk cargoes worsened (-19.1%)
The China Shipowners' Association considers the measures taken by the US against Chinese ships a typical example of unilateralism and protectionism
Beijing/Washington
The WSC reiterates that such measures could undermine American trade, harm U.S. manufacturers, and undermine efforts to strengthen the nation's maritime industry.
COSCO Expresses Strong Opposition to US Planned Taxes on Chinese Ships
Growing share of new entrants in European rail transport sector
Madrid
In 2023, rail freight transport performance decreased by -8%
New Chinese Ship Taxes That Will Only Raise Prices for Americans
Washington
The executive vice president of the US Chamber of Commerce denounced it
Tax amounts set for China-linked vessels arriving at US ports
Washington
Calculated on the basis of net capacity or container volume, they will be applied from October and will be progressively increased
International tender launched to award concession for new Casablanca port shipyard
Casablanca
It is the largest in Africa and has been unused since 2019
Federlogistica, the industry must stop approaching logistics only in terms of costs
Genoa
Falteri: a national control room composed of representatives of the logistics sector and industrial groups is necessary
ABB closes positive first quarter even if revenue growth is lower than expected
Zurich
Wierod: Our consolidated local-for-local approach protects us from the trade war
New global minimum wage deal for seafarers
Geneva
The level will rise to $690 from January 1, 2026 to reach $704 from 2027 and $715 from 2028.
Global trade in goods could fall by -1.5% this year
Geneva
WTO predicts. Okonjo-Iweala: Persistent uncertainty threatens to slow global growth, with serious negative consequences for the world
In 2023, around two-thirds of all goods moved in the EU were transported by sea.
Luxembourg
In the period 2013-2023, only the share of road transport increased, while that of other modes decreased.
Postal shipments of goods from Hong Kong to the US suspended
Hong Kong
Hongkong Post faces exorbitant and unreasonable tariffs due to unjustified and intimidating actions of the United States
Confitarma highlights the need for the decarbonisation strategy not to penalise shipping compared to other modes
Rome
Zanetti: also ensure that the implementation process takes into account the operational needs of the industry
Intercargo and Intertanko raise concerns over shipping decarbonisation deal
London
The complexity of the measure adopted by the IMO and the unusual procedure from which non-governmental organizations were excluded were highlighted
Pirate attacks on ships to spike in first quarter of 2025
Pirate attacks on ships to spike in first quarter of 2025
London
Sharp increase in incidents in the Singapore Straits
Interferry welcomes IMO agreement on decarbonisation of shipping, but finds strategy too complex
Victoria/Piraeus
Greek Shipowners' Association disappointed by failure to recognise essential role of transition fuels such as LNG
International Labour Organization Recognizes Seafarers as Key Workers
London
ITF and ICS: a historic moment
CMA CGM to acquire 35% of Egypt's October Dry Port
Cairo
The company operates a dry port in the industrial and logistics zone near Cairo
MSC Group's TiL to Take Full Control of Hutchison Ports Terminals
New York
Bloomberg reports this, specifying that the Panamanian terminals would be jointly managed with BlackRock
Draft regulation on decarbonisation of shipping approved by MEPC includes mandatory fuel standard and pricing of greenhouse gas emissions
London/Washington/Brussels
The establishment of a Fund to collect resources deriving from the pricing of emissions is foreseen
MIT indicates Matteo Paroli as new president of the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado
Rome/La Spezia
The La Spezia port community also requests a name for the Eastern Liguria Port Authority
Task force of five associations for the relaunch of Italian rail cargo
Rome
Initiative by Agens, Assoferr, Assologistica, Fercargo and Fermerci
Confitarma underlines the importance of the shipping decarbonisation strategy being defined at IMO
Rome
The Italian Confederation specifies that it shares some of the USA's concerns
WSC Reiterates Trump's Measures for National Maritime Industry Are Bad for U.S. Economy
Washington
Kramek: Ready to support the administration with constructive proposals
Fincantieri and Accenture establish joint venture Fincantieri Ingenium
Trieste/Milan
The aim is to drive the digital transformation of the ship product and port logistics
Meyer Werft has delivered the new luxury cruise ship Asuka III to NYK Cruises
Papenburg/Emden
It has a capacity of 744 passengers and 470 crew members
As Trump formalizes measures to revitalize America's maritime industry, the nation's ports face a dramatic decline in traffic
Washington/Geneva
Okonjo-Iweala (WTO): With the escalation of trade tensions between the US and China, the exchange of goods between the two economies could decrease up to 80%
CK Hutchison denies allegations of breach of concession contract for Panamanian ports of Cristóbal and Balboa
Panama
Panama Ports Company emphasizes that it has complied with all legal obligations and contractual commitments
US Does Not Participate in IMO Negotiations on Shipping Decarbonization, Threatens Reciprocal Measures
London
Expressed opposition to any attempt to impose economic measures on ships based on greenhouse gas emissions or fuel choice
T&E urges MEPC to agree clear and ambitious measures to decarbonise shipping
Brussels
It is necessary - the association underlines - to set binding objectives
Meyer Yachts will build an ultra-luxury residential mega yacht for Ulyssia Residences
Miami
The ship will be 320 meters long and will be built at the Papenburg shipyard
Le Aziende informano
Il retrofit ibrido-elettrico di ABB guida i traghetti dei laghi italiani verso un futuro più sostenibile
Neapolitan Grimaldi Group wins $1.3 billion order for nine ro-pax ships
Neapolitan Grimaldi Group wins $1.3 billion order for nine ro-pax ships
Helsinki/Naples
Order at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard (Weihai)
Viking orders two cruise ships from Fincantieri with option for two additional units
Los Angeles/Trieste
The two ships under construction in Ancona for the American brand will be the first in the world to be powered by hydrogen stored on board
Federlogistica, the possible collapse of road transport is a risk for the country
Genoa/Modena
Ruote Libere reports that the government only needs to allocate a little money to avoid having to deal with the real problems of road hauliers
Second edition of the European Maritime Transport Environmental Report published
Lisbon/Copenhagen
The new report indicates that promising progress has been made in several areas
WSC, MEPC must provide clear measures to decarbonise shipping this week
Washington
Wood-Thomas: It is not possible that these decisions can be postponed to guidelines developed in two years
Konecranes revenues increased by +7.7% in the first three months of 2025
Helsinki
343 million euros of new orders for port vehicles (+37.5%)
Kuehne+Nagel posts first quarter of growth
Schindellegi
The logistics group's net sales amounted to 6.33 billion Swiss francs (+14.9%)
Application by TDT (Grimaldi group) for the construction and management of 50% of the Terminal Darsena Europa in Livorno
Leghorn
The company has requested an extension of the duration of the current concession
In 2024, 58 million invested in the modernization of the ports of Livorno, Piombino and the island of Elba
Leghorn
The final budget and the annual report of the AdSP have been approved
EIB advice to strengthen climate resilience of the ports of Volos, Alexandroupolis and Patras
Luxembourg
It will assist port authorities in identifying and managing climate risks
In the first quarter the port of Valencia handled 1.3 million containers (+3.4%)
Valencia
Transhipment traffic decline
The Management Committee of the Central Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has unanimously approved the 2024 financial statement
Naples
SOS LOGistica will acquire the qualification of Third Sector Entity
Milan
The association currently has 74 members
In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in the ports of Barcelona and Algeciras decreased
Barcelona/Algeciras
Hupac transfers intermodal service with Padua to Novara
Noise
Until now the other terminal was the one in Busto Arsizio
PSA SECH has operated the first 400-meter train at Parco Ferroviario Rugna
Genoa
Capacity up to 20 pairs of trains per day
The 2024 financial statement of the Eastern Liguria Port Authority was unanimously approved
The Spice
The war clearance preparatory to the expansion of the Ravano Terminal in La Spezia is nearing completion
The Spice
The AdSP has invested over 600 thousand euros in it
Francesco Rizzo appointed president of the AdSP of the Strait
Rome
He has repeatedly denounced the uselessness of the construction of the bridge over the Strait
US aircraft attack Yemeni port of Ras Isa
Tampa/Beirut
38 dead and over a hundred injured
In 2025 Stazioni Marittime predicts an increase in ferry and cruise traffic in the port of Genoa
MIT Mobility Report Highlights Rising Demand for Both Passengers and Freight
Rome
In the first quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports decreased by -5.6%
St. Petersburg
Both dry goods (-5.3%) and liquid bulk (-5.8%) are decreasing
Andrea Giachero confirmed as president of Spediporto
Genoa
The board of directors of the association of Genoese freight forwarders has also been renewed for the three-year period 2025-2028
Study for monitoring vehicular traffic in the ports of Venice and Chioggia
Milan
Order awarded to Circle and Arelogik
In Italy, the rail freight transport sector is in deep trouble
Geneva
Fermerci calls for making traffic incentives structural and increasing and for refinancing the incentive for the purchase of locomotives and wagons
Global Maritime Forum report on optimising ship calls to reduce emissions
Copenhagen
Virtual arrival and just-in-time arrival approaches proposed
In the first quarter of this year, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +15.5%
Joy Taurus
Construction of the "Dockworker’s House" has begun
GNV has taken delivery of the second of four new ro-pax vessels in China
Genoa
"GNV Orion" will be able to accommodate 1,700 passengers and transport up to 3,080 linear metres of cargo
After ten quarters of decline, container traffic in the port of Hong Kong returns to growth
Hong Kong
In the first three months of this year 3.39 million TEUs were handled (+2.1%)
Fincantieri acquires stake in WSense
Rome
The ninth FREMM unit "Spartaco Schergat" delivered to the Italian Navy
The new edition of the Practical Manual of Maritime Traffic has been presented
Genoa
Written by Assagenti, it turns fifty
Container traffic at the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles increased by 26.6% and 5.2% in the first quarter
Long Beach/Los Angeles
Trump's tariffs impact imminent
In the first three months of 2025, the port of Singapore handled 10.5 million containers (+5.8%)
Singapore
In weight, containerized traffic recorded a decrease of -1.4%
Regulations signed for LNG bunkering at Fincantieri shipyard in Genoa
Genoa
Define the methods of transferring fuel from ship to ship
Historic shipbuilding brands Uljanik and 3.Maj on the verge of extinction
Zagreb
The State confirms its intention to sell the shipbuilding activities at the two sites of Pula and Rijeka
Cambiaso Risso has completed the acquisition of the French Somecassur
Genoa
The transalpine company specializes in the insurance of super and mega yachts
New weekly train service between the port of Gioia Tauro and Verona
Joy Taurus/Verona
Operated by Medlog for the transport of refrigerated goods
EBRD looking for strategic partner for development of Moldovan river port of Giurgiulesti
London
International competition launched
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Turkish ports set new first-quarter cargo traffic record
Ankara
Historic peak of cargo imported from abroad
In the first quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +37.6%
Taranto
Increase of 854 thousand tons of solid bulk and 265 thousand tons of conventional goods
DEME buys Havfram, a company that installs offshore wind farms
Second Right/Washington
Transaction worth approximately 900 million euros
Rail transport of convoys for Rome Metro started from Reggio Calabria
Rome
Contract awarded by Hitachi Rail to Mercitalia Rail
In 2024, the volumes handled by Magli Intermodal Service decreased by -2%
Rezzato
Turnover stable
Yang Ming records first decline in turnover in March after 14 months of growth
Keelung/Taipei
Evergreen and WHL revenue growth continues
The European Commission has approved the acquisition of Germany's Schenker by Denmark's DSV
Brussels
The impact on competition in the markets in which the two companies operate is considered limited
Fincantieri - Kayo Agreement to Promote the Development of the Shipbuilding and Naval Industry in Albania
Trieste
Possible creation of a hub for shipbuilding and refitting in the region
Recent slight reduction in logistics costs for new factory vehicles
Brussels
Montaresi (AdSP Liguria Orientale) awarded with the "Port Oscar"
Miami
The event has reached its eighteenth edition
In the first three months of 2025, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +9.3%
Hong Kong
Revenues up +16.8%
The AdSP of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas wins in appeal against Zen Yacht
Joy Taurus
Company ordered to pay back rent
A large shipment of cocaine was seized in the port of Livorno
Leghorn
Two tons of drugs identified by Customs and Financial Police personnel
Navantia renews agreement with American cruise group Royal Caribbean
Miami
To date, the Cadiz shipyard has carried out maintenance, repair and refurbishment work on 45 of the group's ships.
Record cruise traffic expected in Italian ports this year
Miami
Cemar believes that growth will not stop even in 2026
HII-HHI Agreement to Accelerate US and South Korean Naval Production
National Harbor
The aim is to strengthen the naval industrial base of the two nations.
Panama Ports Company Accused of Violating Terms of Concession Agreement
Panama
Panama's Auditor General announced the filing of criminal charges
Colombo West International Terminal has become operational
Ahmedabad
It has a traffic capacity of 3.2 million TEUs
The conference "New sustainable marine fuels - Decarbonize Shipping" will be held in Genoa on Monday
Genoa
The new multifunctional border control structure PCF - PED/PDI Point completed in the port of Gioia Tauro
Joy Taurus
"Artificial Intelligence Comes to Port" Conference in Rome on Friday
Rome
It is promoted by the National Union of Port Enterprises
MSC Group's new cruise terminal inaugurated in Miami
Miami
It can accommodate three large ships at the same time
In February, traffic in the port of Ravenna increased by +2.1%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo increases, miscellaneous cargo declines
In 2024, Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane recorded a net loss of -208 million euros
Rome
Revenues up by +11.7%. The group's freight transported increased thanks to the acquisition of Exploris
Port of Genoa, Ente Bacini requests new spaces and renewal of the concession
Genoa
Conference to celebrate the centenary of the company
The public meeting of the Italian Port Terminal Operators Association will be held in Rome on June 19th
Genoa
VARD to build offshore dive vessel for Dong Fang Offshore
Alesund/Trieste
The contract is worth 113.5 million euros
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
The conference "New sustainable marine fuels - Decarbonize Shipping" will be held in Genoa on Monday
Genoa
It will take place at the headquarters of the Port Authority of Genoa
"Artificial Intelligence Comes to Port" Conference in Rome on Friday
Rome
It is promoted by the National Union of Port Enterprises
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Proposed 30% increase for port tariffs to be in phases, says Loke
(Free Malaysia Today)
Damen Mangalia Unionists Protest Friday Against Possible Closure
(The Romania Journal)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo
Roma, 18 settembre 2024
››› File
Next week Italian ports will participate in Seatrade Cruise Global
Rome
Initiative brand: "CruiseItaly - One Country, Many Destinations"
MSC Group Cruise Terminal Officially Inaugurated in the Port of Barcelona
Barcelona
In 2027 it will be equipped with a cold ironing plant
Marcegaglia and Nova Marine Carriers form NovaMar Logistic joint venture
Lugano/Gazoldo of the Ippoliti
A general cargo ship will transport raw materials to the steel group's plants
Liebherr achieves record annual sales in the maritime and port crane segment
Bulls
Strong demand for offshore and container handling equipment
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
Last year, 656 ships underwent repair work in Greece
Piraeus
Increase of five units compared to 2023
Port of La Spezia, cruise ship docking simulations completed at Garibaldi West pier
The Spice
Assagenti conference on the future of the profession of maritime agent and broker
Genoa
It will be held tomorrow in Genoa
Stena Line presents a project for a ro-ro vessel capable of reducing energy consumption by at least 20%
Gothenburg
Introduced most of the innovative technologies currently available
Francesco Beltrano is the new general secretary of Uniport
Rome
He takes over from Paolo Ferrandino, who will continue to collaborate as a consultant
Saipem awarded new contracts in Middle East and Guyana
Milan
The total value of the orders is approximately 720 million dollars.
Conference in Genoa for the centenary of Ente Bacini
Genoa
The company was established on 19 February 1925
Interporto Bologna Board of Directors Renewed
Bentivoglio
Stefano Caliandro Appointed President. Loss of 1.7 million euros in 2024
NYK invests 76 billion yen in NYK Energy Ocean Corporation
Tokyo
The newco has taken over the activities of ENEOS Ocean
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