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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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European Commission meeting to define the strategy for the development of EU ports and maritime industry
Brussels
Call for papers by July 28th
Assarmatori asks for support for Italian seafarers employed on short-haul routes and for the renewal of ferry fleets
Assarmatori asks for support for Italian seafarers employed on short-haul routes and for the renewal of ferry fleets
Rome
Messina: State Aid regime needs to be redesigned for European shipyards
In the first four months of 2025, maritime container traffic between Asia and Europe grew by +4.8%
Tokyo
-6.4% drop in shipments to Asian ports. +9.0% increase in unloading volumes in Europe
The impact on Italy of a possible closure of the maritime route through the Strait of Hormuz would be significant
Rome
The merchant fleet for energy products controlled by the Italian shipping industry interested in these traffics amounts to approximately 80 units.
Cargo traffic in China's seaports grew by +3.7% last month
Cargo traffic in China's seaports grew by +3.7% last month
Beijing
Containers amounted to 26.7 million TEU (+6.1%)
In 2024, 576 containers were lost at sea out of over 250 million transported by ships
Washington
About 200 have fallen from container ships in the Cape of Good Hope region
FMC questions deal exempting World Shipping Council companies from US antitrust rules
Washington
Meanwhile, Sola, appointed by Trump on January 20 to the presidency of the federal agency, is leaving his post today.
The European maritime-port sector nitpicks the reform of the Community customs rules
Brussels
Note from CLECAT, ECASBA, European Shipowners, ESPO, Feport and WSC
EU Council agrees on reform of the Union Customs Code
Brussels
CLECAT is concerned about the persistence of the concept of "Single Liable Person" in the text
In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Civitavecchia grew by +2.4%
Civitavecchia
Increase of +9.9% in Gaeta and decrease of -17.1% in Fiumicino
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Accelleron consolida le partnership con Somas e Geislinger per sostenere l'efficienza e la sostenibilità del settore marittimo
Japanese shipbuilding company Imabari Shipbuilding acquires control of fellow Japanese JMU
Imabari/Tokyo
Ownership share increased from 30% to 60%
WTO: New tariffs have given a boost to trade that is unlikely to last
Geneva
Recovery driven by importers who brought forward purchases in view of expected tariff increases
Terminal Investments Limited of the MSC Group acquires 50% of the capital of Barcelona Europe South Terminal
Barcelona
The transaction was authorized by the Port Authority of Barcelona
There are no implementing decrees for the SalvaMare law and Italian citizens are paying for the management of fished waste that is not carried out
Rome
The Marevivo Foundation and the Federation of the Sea report it
In five and a half years, 1,244 tons of drugs have been seized in EU ports
In five and a half years, 1,244 tons of drugs have been seized in EU ports
Lisbon
The largest quantities pass through ports in Belgium, Spain, Holland, Italy and Germany
The International Convention on Ship Recycling will enter into force tomorrow
Copenhagen
BIMCO urges EU to include Indian shipyards in EU list of ship recycling facilities
Assologistica presents the "Cruscotto" project to ensure transparency and legality in the logistics sector
Milan
Ruggerone: it is an infrastructure of trust between clients and operators
Federagenti, cruises cannot and must not become the target of an indiscriminate hate campaign
Federagenti, cruises cannot and must not become the target of an indiscriminate hate campaign
Rome
A "Pact for the Sea" proposed with solutions to tackle overtourism for which passenger ships are not to blame
New step forward for the construction of the underground freight transport system in Switzerland
New step forward for the construction of the underground freight transport system in Switzerland
Bern
Cargo sous terrain plans to build a 500-kilometer system by mid-century
Carnival posts record earnings for March-May period
Carnival posts record earnings for March-May period
Miami
The number of cruise passengers embarked also peaked this quarter
Federlogistica, it is reckless to activate railway construction sites without a concerted plan
Genoa
Falteri: Isolating the port of Genoa from the railway network for three weeks means putting the whole of Northern Italy in difficulty
Multipurpose terminals privatized in eight Saudi ports
Multipurpose terminals privatized in eight Saudi ports
Riyadh
Four will be operated by Saudi Global Ports and four by Red Sea Gateway Terminal
Public debate launched on the project for Pier VIII in the port of Trieste
Public debate launched on the project for Pier VIII in the port of Trieste
Trieste
A total investment of 315.8 million euros is expected
South Korea's HD Hyundai partners with US Edison Chouest Offshore to build containerships in US
South Korea's HD Hyundai partners with US Edison Chouest Offshore to build containerships in US
Seoul
The possibility of building other types of ships and constructing port cranes is foreseen
Rixi: with the Omnibus decree, Phase B of the new Genoa breakwater is guaranteed
Rome
Expenditure of 50 million euros authorised for 2026 and 92.8 million for 2027
Israel-Iran conflict prompts Maersk to suspend calls at Haifa port
Copenhagen
Those at the port of Ashdod will continue instead.
Northern European Nations Commitment to Counter Russian Shadow Fleet
Warsaw
If the vessels do not fly a valid flag in the Baltic Sea and the North Sea - they specify - we will take appropriate measures in compliance with international law.
Freight traffic in French ports stable in the first quarter of 2025
Freight traffic in French ports stable in the first quarter of 2025
The Defense
Containers and liquid bulk on the rise. Increase in unloading loads and decrease in loading loads
Cognolato (Assiterminal): Today more than ever we need a coherent port policy
Rome
All the critical issues highlighted in recent years still remain open - he highlighted.
Alessandro Pitto confirmed as president of Fedespedi
Milan
The Board of Directors, the Board of Arbiters and the Board of Auditors have been renewed
A protest action by Greek seafarers is heated, with the PENEN and PNO unions launching very serious accusations, including mutual ones
Piraeus
The strike, declared illegal by the courts, blocks some ships of the Attica group in the port of Patras
Saipem awarded contract for a phosphate mining project in Algeria that includes the upgrading of the port of Annaba
Milan
The construction of railway lines is also planned
Suez Canal celebrates return of large-capacity containership transits
Suez Canal celebrates return of large-capacity containership transits
Ismailia
Today it was crossed by the vessel "CMA CGM Osiris" which can carry 15,536 teu
IMO, ILO, ICS and ITF urge protection of seafarers' rights against unjust criminalisation
London
The "Guidelines on the Fair Treatment of Seafarers Detained in Relation to Alleged Offences" were adopted in April
Trump's new tariffs also hit container traffic at the Port of Long Beach
Long Beach
In the first five months of 2025, an increase of +17.2% was recorded
Transfer of the port of Carrara from the Ligurian to the Tuscan AdSP not without a discussion with the operators
Milan
Dario Perioli, FHP, Grendi and Tarros ask for it
Up to $768 billion in investments needed to adapt world ports to rising sea levels
New York
Port of Los Angeles Feels Impact of New Tariffs on Container Traffic
Los Angeles
A decrease of -4.8% was recorded in May
Assagenti proposes a task force to solve port, logistics and industrial problems
Genoa
A "problem solver" consultative body composed, in addition to the categories of the maritime cluster, of the manufacturing industries of the North-West quadrant
Cargo traffic at the port of Singapore fell by -4.6% in May
Singapore
New crane overturned for delivery in new Tuas port area
In the first quarter of 2025, freight traffic on the Swiss rail network fell by -6.4%
Neuchatel
Service performance at 2.35 billion tonne-km, down -8.2%
ANGOPI fears that new measures to ensure maritime continuity will penalise mooring services
ANGOPI fears that new measures to ensure maritime continuity will penalise mooring services
Ischia
Power: it is necessary to remove them from a perverse mechanism
Dutch HES International to operate bulk terminal in Marseille-Fos port
Marseille
The concession contract will have a minimum duration of 30 years
Ibiza government opposes Trasmed's overnight stay on board ferry program
Ibiza/Valencia
It is considered a "clandestine hotel", while the company defines it as a cruise service
Bruno Pisano appointed extraordinary commissioner of the AdSP of the Eastern Ligurian Sea
Rome
He will take up his post next Monday
Federlogistica proposes a comparison between operators on the congestion fee while waiting for a solution from the government
Genoa
In the first five months of 2025, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +10.3%
Joy Taurus
1,813,071 TEUs were handled
Trasportounito, truck waiting times in ports must be paid
Genoa
Tagnochetti: The Port Fee aims to redistribute the costs of all disruptions more equitably
Commissioners of the AdSPs of the Northern Tyrrhenian, Ionian and Western Liguria appointed
Rome/Genoa
Trade unions concerned about the future of Genoa Port Terminal workers
Political instability and green transition are the main problems that shipping faces
London
This is highlighted in the "ICS Maritime Barometer Report 2024-2025"
The new container terminal of the port of Termini Imerese presented
Palermo
Transfer of traffic handled by Portitalia to the port of Palermo
GCMD survey confirms shipping's commitment to decarbonisation
Singapore
Ports concerned about lack of certainty about demand from shipping companies
The EU Commission has re-identified Port Said East and Tanger Med as neighbouring container transhipment ports
Brussels
Road haulage extends congestion fee application to Livorno port
Livorno/Rome/Milan/Genoa
Fedespedi, they do not solve the problems, but have the only effect of increasing costs
The new Border Control Post has been inaugurated in the port of Livorno
Leghorn
The structure cost 15 million euros
The transfer of 80% of Louis-Dreyfus Armateurs' capital to InfraVia has been implemented
Suresnes/Paris
The Louis-Dreyfus family retains the remaining 20%
Port of Genoa, green light for extension of concession to Spinelli until September 30
Genoa
Ok also to the extension to the Campostano group
The National Maritime Fund has started the recognition of scholarships
Genoa
They are granted for basic training and security familiarization courses.
RFI and MIT sign the update to the program contract for approximately 2.1 billion
Rome
Around 500 million euros expected for the management of the railway network
San Giorgio del Porto delivers a vessel for the bunkering of liquefied natural gas
Genoa
It was built for Genova Trasporti Marittimi
Pisano (AdSP Liguria Orientale): the ports of La Spezia and Carrara have integrated almost perfectly
La Spezia/Bari
Extraordinary Commissioner of the Southern Adriatic Sea Port Authority appointed
Raffaele Latrofa appointed president of the AdSP of the Central-Northern Tyrrhenian Sea
Rome
He is the deputy mayor of Pisa
India's Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Acquires Control of Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard
Mumbai
Investment of approximately 53 million dollars
The Commissioner of the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has been granted the powers and prerogatives of the Management Committee
Genoa
The measure pending the restoration of the ordinary top management bodies
The Three-Year Operational Plan 2025-2027 of the Central Adriatic Port Authority has been approved
Ancona
Favorable opinion of the Sea Resource Partnership Body
The public meeting of the International Containers Studies Center will be held in Genoa on July 2nd
Genoa
It will deal with the physical transformations of the container and the digitalization of processes
Andrea Ormesani is the new president of Assosped Venezia
Venice
The board of directors has been renewed. Paolo Salvaro remains general secretary
Witte (ISU): In 2024, the ship salvage sector stabilized from the low of two years ago
London
Finnish Elomatic to Install Tunnel Thrusters on 11 Carnival Cruise Ships
Turku
The works will begin next autumn and will end in 2028
The Assarmatori assembly will be held in Rome on July 1st
Rome
"Mediterranean against the current" the theme of the meeting
Fincantieri has delivered the new cruise ship Viking Vesta to the American Viking
Trieste/Los Angeles
It was built in the Ancona shipyard
The Genoa Coast Guard has placed the container ship PL Germany under administrative detention
Genoa
Italian Navy orders two new Multipurpose Combat Ships from Fincantieri
Trieste
The order to the shipbuilding company is worth 700 million euros
MSC Group to manage cruise services in the ports of Bari and Brindisi
Bari
Ten-year concession with possibility of extension
German Kombiverkehr Returns to Profit in 2024
Frankfurt am Main
The level of revenues remained unchanged at 434.6 million euros.
Deltamarin to design the six new ro-pax vessels ordered by Grimaldi for the Mediterranean routes
Turku
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
The practice of subcontracting in European logistics is creating a parallel labour market where rights are not enforced
Brussels
"Sorry, We Subcontracted You" Report Presented
Tomorrow Grendi will launch the group's fourth ship on routes to and from Sardinia
Milan
"Grendi Star", with a load capacity of 2,800 linear meters, will connect Marina di Carrara and Cagliari
FREMM frigates operational support contract signed between Orizzonte Sistemi Navali and OCCAR
Taranto
The agreement has a total value of approximately 764 million euros
Call to reform the entire driver training system in the transport sector
Rome
Seven proposals presented
In the port of Gioia Tauro, the Guardia di Finanza soldiers seized 228 kilos of cocaine
Reggio Calabria
Two dockers arrested
Port of Livorno, new observatory to find solutions to the problem of port congestion
Leghorn
Marilli: We will seek solutions to reach the possible revocation of the port fee
Lockton PL Ferrari closed the last fiscal year with gross revenues of 34 million dollars
Genoa
Insurance premium volume rose to 350 million
Polish Trans Polonia Group acquires Dutch Nijman/Zeetank Holding
Tczew
It specializes in the transportation and logistics of liquid and gaseous products
d'Amico Tankers Sells Two 2011-Built Tankers for $36.2 Million
Luxembourg
They will be delivered to buyers by the end of July and on December 21st.
The Italian Merchant Marine Academy plans 13 new free courses
Genoa
Over 300 positions available
A delegation of Wista Italy visits the ports of Catania and Augusta
Catania/August
The association is made up of women who hold positions of responsibility in the maritime, logistics and trade sectors.
In the first five months of 2025, the port of Algeciras handled 1.9 million containers (-6.3%)
Algeciras
Empty containers decreased by -5.5% and full ones by -6.4%
Reway Group enters the port railway infrastructure maintenance sector
Licciana Nardi
Two contracts awarded by the AdSP of the Eastern Ligurian Sea
Delcomar and Ensamar take over maritime services with the smaller Sardinian islands
Cagliari
The tender for the six-year concession of the connections has been awarded
Port of Trieste, the newly appointed Gurrieri torpedoes the newly appointed Torbianelli
Trieste
Russo (Pd): it's a squalid power game
Singapore's SeaLead expands its maritime shipping offering to connect Turkey and Italy
Singapore
Route connected to services transiting the Suez Canal
The US Container Security Initiative program has been extended to Morocco
Rabat
Amrani: Let's consolidate Tanger Med's role as a safe and world-class maritime hub
Very positive first quarter for Greek Euroseas
Athens
Pittas: the positive momentum continued in the second quarter
Assonat and SACE present a plan for Italian tourist ports
Rome
Kuehne+Nagel has opened a new branch in Naples
Milan
The aim is to support the operational growth of the group in Southern Italy
RINA has acquired the entire capital of Finnish Foreship
Helsinki
The Helsinki-based company specializes in consulting in the field of marine and mechanical engineering.
Container traffic down at Barcelona and Valencia ports in May
Barcelona/Valencia
Resumption of containers in transit at the Catalan port
Annual cargo traffic in Greek ports stable in 2024
Piraeus
Domestic volumes are growing, while foreign trade is decreasing
Perplexity of freight forwarders, customs agents and maritime agents of La Spezia at the transfer of the port of Carrara to the Tuscan AdSP
The Spice
Timidly, they "hope for consideration for the progress made so far"
Francesco Mastro appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Southern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Rome
He will take up office on June 30th.
John Denholm to be new president of the International Chamber of Shipping
Athens
He will take over from Emanuele Grimaldi in a year
Extraordinary commissioners of the two Ligurian Port System Authorities have been installed
Genoa/La Spezia
Matteo Paroli and Bruno Pisano at the helm of the institutions
Container traffic at Hong Kong port drops sharply in May
Hong Kong
1.05 million TEUs were handled (-12.7%)
Assogasliquidi-Federchimica shows the way to accelerate the decarbonization of road and maritime transport
Rome
Amadei: Our sector is ready and the time has come for courageous industrial choices
Eagle S tanker command blamed for cutting submarine cables in Gulf of Finland
Advantages
The accident was caused by the ship's anchor
Online platform to report critical issues that put transport workers at risk
Genoa
It was prepared by Fit Cisl Liguria
GNV to create a direct summer connection between Civitavecchia and Tunis
Genoa
It will run alongside the historic route via Palermo
The unification of Grimaldi's concessions in the port of Barcelona has been completed
Madrid/Barcelona
The contract expires on September 20, 2035.
In the first five months of 2025, cargo traffic in Russian ports fell by -4.9%
St. Petersburg
A decrease of approximately -12% was recorded in May
Raben Logistics Group Creates Subsidiary in Türkiye
Milan
It will have 20 employees and a 2,000 square meter cross-dock warehouse
Alberto Dellepiane confirmed as president of Assorimorchiatori
Rome
The composition of the entire association leadership remains unchanged
Agreement between Fincantieri and Indonesian PMM to develop solutions to face new unconventional underwater challenges
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 Assarmatori assembly will be held in Rome on July 1st
Rome
"Mediterranean against the current" the theme of the meeting
The public meeting of the International Containers Studies Center will be held in Genoa on July 2nd
Genoa
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
US has its eye on Greek ports
(Kathimerini)
Proposed 30% increase for port tariffs to be in phases, says Loke
(Free Malaysia Today)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Structural adaptation works on dock 23 of the port of Ancona awarded
Ancona
Intervention worth over 11.8 million euros
Conference on the role of LNG and bioLNG for the decarbonisation of transport and industry
Rome
The Federchimica-Assogasliquidi event will take place on Monday in Rome
Dutch Bolidt increases presence in cruise ship sector with acquisition of American Boteka
Hendrik Ido Ambacht
Contship Italia has acquired the Genoese customs services company STS
Melzo
The Ligurian company was founded in 1985
Francesco Benevolo has been appointed extraordinary commissioner of the AdSP of the Central-Northern Adriatic Sea
Rome
He is the operations director of RAM - Logistics, Infrastructure and Transport
Montaresi resigns as commissioner of the Eastern Ligurian Port Authority
The Spice
In the eight months of administration - he underlines - we have not lost even a second
Gurrieri has been appointed extraordinary commissioner of the AdSP of the Eastern Adriatic Sea
Trieste
Pending the completion of the formal process for the designation of the president
The commissioners of the AdSP of Western Liguria have handed over their mandate to Minister Salvini
Genoa
The decision is part of the process of designation and nomination of the new leaders
Confetra criticizes the provisions of the decree-law Infrastructure for road transport
Rome
The Confederation urges the blocking of the process of appointing the presidents of the port authorities
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw revenue decline in May
Keelung/Taipei
The decline is accentuated for the two main companies
South Korea's KSOE wins order to build eight 15,900 TEU containerships
Seongnam
The unit value of each vessel is approximately $221 million.
First port terminal for car traffic of Greek Neptune Lines
Piraeus
It will be inaugurated next year in the French port of Port-La Nouvelle
The assembly of the association of Genoese maritime agents and brokers will be held on June 16th
Genoa
Round Table on Genoa, the hub of the North West and the Mediterranean
BN di Navigazione Board of Directors Renewed
Genoa
BluNavy aims to reach one million passengers by 2025
Viking Line designs world's largest all-electric ro-pax vessel
Viking Line designs world's largest all-electric ro-pax vessel
Åland
Record Monthly Container Traffic at Turkish Ports
Ankara
In May, almost 1.4 million TEUs were handled (+17.6%)
Sergio Landolfi has been elected president of the Customs Association of the Port of La Spezia
The Spice
The board of directors has been renewed
The ferry industry elite will attend the Interferry conference in Salerno in October
Victoria
Event titled "Connections"
Uniport launches an initiative to support ALS research
Rome
Fundraising for the NeMO Clinical Center Serena Foundation Onlus
The Propeller Club of Genoa has analyzed risks and opportunities of using AI in the maritime and insurance sectors
Genoa
The importance of training in the use of technology was highlighted
Chantiers de l'Atlantique delivers luxury cruising yacht Luminara to The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
Saint Nazaire
The ship will debut in Alaska
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