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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)
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  • 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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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 first half of 2025, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +10.5%
Joy Taurus
2,186,211 TEUs were handled
A bulk carrier was attacked in the Red Sea
Portsmouth
The crew abandoned the ship which began to take on water
German government allocates 400 million euros to support energy transition in maritime-port sector
Over 78 million euros to the ports of Augusta and Taranto for offshore wind
Rome
Funds distributed over three years starting from 2025
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
Rijeka Gateway Terminal to become operational in early September
Copenhagen
The first ship at the second container terminal of the Croatian port is expected on September 12
Falteri (Federlogistica) urges us to focus on the development of "polycentric" logistics
Genoa
The Simplified Logistics Zone should be the cornerstone of the strategy
Tsuneishi Shipbuilding Co. acquired Mitsui E&S Shipbuilding Co.
Hiroshima/Tokyo
It was renamed Tsuneishi Solutions Tokyobay Co.
Pessina (Federagenti): Northern European logistics system is struggling. Let's take advantage of it!
Rome
Unexpected opportunity - he underlines - for the Mediterranean ports and Italian ones in particular
MSC Cruises Joins Carnival and Royal Caribbean in Capitalizing on Grand Bahama Shipyard
Miami
Negotiations underway since the end of 2024 have been successfully concluded
At The International Propeller Clubs the Dorso Award for the Mediterranean area
Naples
In recognition of the primary role played by logistics operators in Mediterranean traffic
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