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Exim India web site
JANUARY 20, 2025
  • CTL BHP International Expo & Conference 2025 to see participation from far and wide
  • Gujarat Maritime Board hosts stakeholder consultation workshop on coastal shipping
  • CONCOR augments fleet and crosses 16,900 wagons in total
  • Biofuel can deliver significant GHG emissions reductions in shipping but future uptake could be hampered by supply, says DNV
  • Baltic Exchange Market Report (17 January 2025)
  • Secretary Shipping discusses shipbuilding collaboration with Korean delegation
  • VOC Port handles over 100 pc more raw cashew
  • Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port and MSC partner to launch 'Haldia Shuttle' service linking Haldia Dock Complex and Vizhinjam
  • Connectivity increases benefit major ports
  • Ocean Alliance seen as a key grouping in 2025
  • New regulations require all charcoal shipments to be declared as dangerous goods
  • Export of agri products soars by 11 pc in April.-Dec.
  • India seen fastest-growing large economy in FY26, FY27
  • Global economy stabilises, but developing economies face tougher slog: World Bank report

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International Transport Journal web site
JANUARY 20, 2025
  • First all-electric truck added to fleet
  • Dachser expands Iberian footprint
  • Seko Logistics SVP joins AfA board
  • Single-wagon rail transport replaces 20 trucks per train
  • Enhanced routes with Southern Africa hubs
  • Increasing efficiency and connectivity
  • GXO combines deliveries for several retailers
  • Linking aerospace and aluminium
  • Noblelift North America welcomes new president
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Asian air cargo rates remain high
  • Major order for hybrid straddle carriers

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The Loadstar web site
JANUARY 17, 2025
  • Ceasefire, but incentives for Houthi attacks and ship diversions remain
  • As CNY and slack season approach, the ocean price-cutting begins
  • Déjà vu: Tariffs to Trump Trade?
  • Air cargo still flying high as capacity stays tight, but rates are slipping
  • JB Hunt - folks, let's look into... 2026 already!
  • CMA CGM leads latest hunt for new tonnage with a 1m teu+ orderbook
  • China's gaze now on Central Asia - at the expense of Russian railfreight
  • Strikes end, but delays continue at Australian ports
  • Chilean cherry exporters leverage new tech for rampant China exports
  • New roles for Andre Schulz and Stephanie Pöhn-Helbig at Lufthansa Cargo
  • BIFA Awards celebrate the brightest and the best in UK freight

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Container News web site
JANUARY 17, 2025
  • Savannah expedites India-bound cargo to market by up to eight days
    Georgia Ports said the Port of Savannah is up to eight days faster for Indian cargo moving to inland markets such as Atlanta, Chicago and Dallas, compared to US West Coast ports. Georgia Ports Authority noted that six weekly services are directly linking Savannah to India and a total of ten services are connecting Savannah to the Indian Subcontinent. Twelve ocean carriers operate on these routes,
  • Global bunker indices rise steadily
    During the third week of the year, the Marine Bunker Exchange (MABUX) global indices exhibited a steady upward trajectory. The 380 HSFO index increased by US$16.79 to US$537.94/MT, the VLSFO index rose by US$17.19, reaching US$621.98/MT and the MGO index experienced a significant gain of US$31.70 to US$802.83/MT. "At the time of writing, the global bunker market continued to exhibit a moderate up
  • Port of Southampton sets new records in cruise activity
    2024 marked another highly successful year for the cruise industry at Associated British Ports (ABP) Southampton, reinforcing its position as Northern Europe's top cruise turnaround port and the leading cruise port in the United Kingdom. The Port of Southampton welcomed three million passengers, exceeding the 2023 record, and contributed over US$1.2 billion to the local and regional economy. Rebe
  • Port of Antwerp-Bruges and Rotterdam call for Clean Industrial Deal
    The Ports of Antwerp-Bruges and Rotterdam are urging the European Commission to prioritize large-scale investments in Europe's industrial competitiveness ahead of the release of the Competitiveness Compass and the Clean Industrial Deal. The European ports emphasized that "Europe's strategic autonomy, energy transition, and economic prosperity are at stake." As key energy, logistics, and industria
  • Gemini's launch cancels Alaskan link
    Maersk Line will halt its sole direct service to the US state of Alaska, as Transpacific Express (TPX) becomes a casualty of Gemini Cooperation's line-up.
  • Maersk announces updated surcharges from Far East to India and Pakistan
    Maersk is updating the Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for shipments from Brunei, East China, South China, North China, South Korea, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Indonesia, Japan, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand to India's ports of Jawaharlal Nehru, Mundra and Pipavav to Pakistan. This revision applies to all 20', 40', and 45' dry containers, effective from 21 Janua
  • Hainan Port Group breaks ground on new Macun Port's terminal
    Hainan Port Group has started construction works to upgrade China's Macun Port, which is located on Hainan Island, near Haikou. The Hainan Macun Port Phase III includes the building of a new terminal with 1.67 million TEU capacity. The new terminal will have two container berths and three multipurpose berths. The project is set to become operational in 2027, according to the latest DynaLiners rep
  • MSC expresses interest in new Italian terminal
    MSC, together with local Fratelli Neri and Lorenzini & C, has officially expressed its interest in developing Piattaforma Europa, a massive outer harbour expansion at Leghorn in Livorno, Italy. According to DynaLiners, at full buildout, the new project will comprise three berths with a total quay length of 1,200 metres and at a depth of 20 metres, providing 1.6 million TEUs of additional handling
  • CNC Line retakes slots on South Korea-Thailand service
    CMA CGM's subsidiary CNC Line will take slots again on the service between South Korea and Thailand, which is operated by CK Line, KMTC and Namsung Shipping. The three ocean carriers are each deploying a ship with a capacity of 1,800 TEUs. The rotation of the NKT service is Incheon (South Korea), Kwangyang (South Korea), Busan (South Korea), Hong Kong, Shenzhen-Shekou (China), Laem Chabang (Thail
  • EDRAY appoints new Chief Operations Officer
    EDRAY, a technology and managed transportation solution provider, announced the appointment of Sean Santiago as Chief Operations Officer (COO) to its executive management team. In his new role, Santiago will oversee EDRAY's operations, reinforcing the company's dedication to addressing the growing challenges of the final import mile. He will also focus on developing new solutions, driving the exe
  • Understanding Your Financial Options After a Motor Vehicle Accident
    After a motor vehicle accident, it's vital to understand your financial options to regain control. Start by evaluating your immediate needs; use savings if necessary and prioritize essential expenses. Document all medical bills and track lost wages, as these will support your compensation claims. Don't hesitate to contact your insurance company quickly to initiate the claim process. Gather all es
  • Port of Los Angeles appoints new Harbor Commissioner
    The Los Angeles City Council has unanimously approved Yolanda De La Torre's appointment to the Los Angeles Board of Harbor Commissioners, the governing body responsible for overseeing the Port of Los Angeles. Nominated by Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, De La Torre is a long-time Wilmington resident and dedicated community leader. With nearly 30 years of service at the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Ange
  • Warehouse 101: Efficient Layouts for Maximum Productivity
    Is your warehouse efficiency falling short, slowing down your business growth? No need to worry; you're in the right place! In this article, we'll provide you with actionable tips on how to optimize your

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Splash web site
JANUARY 17, 2025
  • Höegh Autoliners bags two car shipping deals
    Norway's Höegh Autoliners has clinched new shipping contracts with two major international carmakers. The Oslo-listed company said both contracts worth more than $100m and with commencement in January and May this year had been signed at rates reflecting the current market level. The operator of about 40 vessels will transport cars in its key trade ...
  • Zhejiang Zheshang Financial signs for bulker brace at Jiangsu Soho Chuangke
    China's Zhejiang Zheshang Financial Leasing has contracted two ultramax bulk carrier newbuilds at compatriot yard Jiangsu Soho Chuangke Shipbuilding. The 63,500 dwt units cost between $34m and $35m each, with delivery set for 2027. The order is backed by a bareboat charter to the Singapore-based arm of the Chinese state-run Zhejiang Shipping Group, which currently ...
  • Euroseas spinoff offloads vintage boxship
    Euroholdings, a recently announced three-ship spinoff and subsidiary of Nasdaq-listed Greek containership owner Euroseas, has already offloaded one of its vessels. Aristides Pittas-led Euroseas said the 1998-built 2,008 teu Diamantis P had been sold and delivered to an undisclosed buyer for $13.15m. The ship was handed over on a charter-free basis and after completion of ...
  • Lines turn up the heat on charcoal shipments
    Charcoal shippers should be ready to see carriers phase in new tighter regulations this year, liner lobby group the World Shipping Council (WSC) said. Charcoal shipments have caused serious fires on containerships, leading the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) to amend the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code under which charcoal must be declared and transported ...
  • DOF terminates CSV contract over payment issues
    Norwegian offshore vessel owner DOF has terminated a contract for one of its construction support vessels. DOF said in an Oslo Bors filing that it terminated the contract for the 2018-built Skandi Implementer. According to the company, the vessel was operating in Mexico and the deal was terminated following payment default. The name of the ...
  • Borr Drilling gets suspensions for three rigs working in Mexico
    The Oslo and New York-listed offshore driller Borr Drilling has received a notice of temporary suspension of operation for three of its rigs operating in Mexico. The company stated that the rigs in question are the 2017-built Galar and the 2018-built Gersemi and Grid jackups. Borr secured the initial contracts for the trio through its ...
  • Houthi leader warns Israel to stick to ceasefire terms
    The leader of Yemen's Houthis, Abdul Malik al-Houthi, has said his group will monitor the implementation of a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas and will continue its attacks on ships in the Red Sea if it is breached. The six-week phase one of the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas comes into effect on ...
  • Beijing dismisses US shipbuilding probe
    China's commerce ministry on Friday dismissed a US investigation targeting China's shipbuilding, maritime and logistics sectors, describing it as marked by "unilateralism and protectionism". The US Trade Representative's (USTR) office on Thursday said it has found China's targeted dominance of the global shipbuilding, maritime and logistics sectors is "unreasonable" and is "actionable" under US t
  • Marcura buys VesselMan
    Skagerak Capital has sold maritime software provider VesselMan to Marcura for an undisclosed sum. In partnership with Møkster and Grieg as co-investors, Skagerak Capital scaled VesselMan's operations. VesselMan provides cloud-based platform for managing technical projects such as dry-dockings, inspections, and refits. Founded in 2001, Dubai-headquartered Marcura's enterprise suite includes PortLo
  • Norway's new maritime monitoring microsatellite starts operations
    Norway is leading Europe when it comes to ways to keep track of merchant shipping passing near its shoreline. Canada's Space Flight Laboratory (SFL) has recently launched and deployed Norway's NorSat-4 maritime monitoring microsatellite. The seventh spacecraft developed for the Norwegian Space Agency (NOSA) by SFL, NorSat-4 carries a fifth-generation Automatic Identification System (AIS) ship ...
  • Greece's Diligent now a pureplay supramax owner with sale of last handy
    Greek dry bulk owner Diligent Holdings has sold its last handysize and now is focused on just the supramax sector. Medsea from Lebanon has paid $10m to take the 2007-built, 35,000 dwt Bliss bulk carrier (pictured) leaving Athens-based Diligent with a fleet solely made up of Japanese and Japanese-affiliated supramaxes. Diligent said it is now looking ...
  • Trafigura hails world's first co-loaded ammonia and propane shipment
    Multinational trader Trafigura, in collaboration with CF Industries, the world's largest producer of ammonia, has completed the world's first co-loaded

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Lloyd's List web site
JANUARY 17, 2025
  • The Houthis are still calling the shots in the Red Sea
    The segments of the shipping industry that were either forced to reroute or freely chose to are not relying on...
  • Iranian gas cargo discharged in Bangladesh after China U-turn
    Amid reports that Chinese buyers are hesitant of running afoul of US sanctions, a VLGC likely carrying Iran-origin LPG to...
  • Good news from Gaza, but shipping needs to wait and see
    Hope for the best, prepare for the worst, and be unsurprised by anything in between
  • Plastic pellets a nurdle hurdle for IMO
    The International Maritime Organization is mulling regulations to prevent polluting spills of plastic pellets from containers, which are bad for...
  • Türkiye lists 'respectable P&I clubs' for Turkish Straits transits
    List includes all International Group affiliates and best-known fixed premium outfits
  • LNG order spree down to compliance today, not promise of supply tomorrow
    DNV global decarbonisation director Jason Stefanatos said LNG provides compliance with policies such as FuelEU today, rather than relying on...
  • Container rates in full retreat; stock sentiment hit by ceasefire
    Spot rates are falling across the board, likely because of seasonal demand weakness. There is also a structural risk emerging:...
  • Hengli Heavy looks to hire 30,000 for new China shipyard
    Construction of the new yard was completed in just five months, highlighting the Chinese builder's aggressiveness in capacity expansion. However...
  • Mixed signals from Chinese economy behind Rio Tinto shipment dip
    Rio Tinto said it had seen signs of stabilisation from the Chinese real estate market in November home price data...
  • UK to hand out more green shipping cash
    Previous competition rounds have seen funding delivered to more than 300 organisations, including a manufacturer of wind-powered sails in Hull
  • The Daily View: An end to freedom
    Your latest edition of Lloyd's List's Daily View - the essential briefing on the stories shaping shipping
  • Cansi rebuts US allegations against Chinese shipbuilding and warns of trade disruption
    China's national shipbuilding association has strongly rejected US allegations of unfair competition, warning of disruptions to global trade and shipping...
  • USTR investigation concludes China unfairly dominates shipbuilding and shipping
    Any subsequent trade actions against China will be enforced under the Trump administration. If economic sanctions are imposed on China-built...
  • Daily Briefing
    No imminent return to Red Sea for shipping despite Gaza ceasefire | War risk underwriters awaiting definitive Houthi stance on...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JANUARY 17, 2025
  • FedEx Freight says CEO Moll to retire Jan. 31
    The announcement comes less than a month after FedEx said it would spin off FedEx Freight, which would be the largest stand-alone LTL provider in North America by revenue.
  • J.B. Hunt preparing customers for boost in contract rail rates in 2025
    The largest intermodal provider in the US says it's time for shippers to talk about higher rates for service, but understands the shift is not likely to occur until the second half of the year.
  • Shippers balance near-term market, long-term forecasts in trucking bids
    With plenty of truck capacity still available, US shippers are trying to tamp down rising truck rates without driving off their current truckload carriers.
  • Rebounding Indian car exports nourish country's ro/ro trade
    International automakers are putting much-needed investment into Indian manufacturing facilities to increase export capacity.

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TradeWinds web site
JANUARY 17, 2025
  • Biden officials slam Chinese shipbuilding and shipping dominance as 'unreasonable'
    Much-anticipated report stops short of discussing what Trump should do with it
  • Wavelength podcast: Trump, Putin and a ceasefire - what a start to 2025
    Tariff threats, sanctions that seem to have bite and how will Houthis respond to a ceasefire?
  • Chartering behemoth: Could trading giant Glencore merge with iron ore major Rio Tinto?
    Two companies reportedly held early-stage discussions
  • Just two weeks left to secure the future of troubled FSG shipyards after investors bid
    German yards have been owned by controversial financier Lars Windhorst
  • Why two identical bulker sales captured significantly different prices just two weeks apart
    Iwagi Zosen-built vessel fetches far higher price than identical sister divested by Japan's Shikishima Kisen
  • 'Black-flag' cargo ship banned from European ports by Paris MOU
    Cameroon-registered Maranta now in Israel after action over detentions
  • Noatum Maritime's Kazakh joint venture to order two container ships for Caspian Sea services
    Partners also plan to expand their tanker horizons
  • Why two identical bulk carrier sales captured significantly different prices just two weeks apart
    Iwagi Zosen-built vessel fetches far higher price than identical sister divested by Japan's Shikishima Kisen
  • 'Vast implications': Sweeping US tanker sanctions hit China oil shipments harder than India
    More tankers carrying short-haul Espo barrels have been blacklisted than those loading Urals crude
  • Container lines will let tankers and bulkers test Red Sea waters after ceasefire, Jefferies says
    Boxships' multi-loop trading patterns make early return too risky, analysts believe
  • Shuaa Capital fixes $300m finance to expand world's fourth-biggest offshore support vessel fleet
    Middle East asset manager ready to grow Stanford Marine and Allianz Marine Services
  • Angelicoussis seals Altera Shuttle Tankers takeover as specialist fleet drops about $260m in value
    Greek giant completes expansion in niche sector with Altera Infrastructure deal
  • Founder of collapsed oil trader facing multiple criminal charges dies before trial
    Xie Chun had owed more than $165m to different banks through his firm Zenrock
  • Turkey doubles down on Bosphorus insurance demands amid dark fleet casualty risks
    Authorities brush up their lists of approved cover providers
  • 'Theatre of the absurd': Moscow mocks bid to police dark fleet tankers and turn Baltic into internal Nato sea
    Top Russian officials dismiss underwater cable sabotage probes as a ploy to promote sanctions
  • UK organised crime agency waits on charge decisions for sanctions and oil price cap breaches
    Only a small part of its workload is for the most serious sanctions cases
  • Turkey doubles down on Bosphorus insurance cover amid dark fleet casualty risks
    Turkish authorities brush up their lists of approved insurance providers
  • Shuaa Capital fixes $300m finance to grow world's fourth-biggest offshore support vessel fleet
    Middle East asset manager ready to grow Stanford Marine and Allianz Marine Services
  • Hoegh Autoliners inks two more deals as renewals keep rolling in
    Company has trumpeted rates above $90 per cbm in recent deals
  • Singaporean group breaks into shipowning via S&P deal with Chinese player Seacon
    Yuchen Logistics, backed by billionaire Zhang Yuqiang, paying $19m for modern cargo vessel
  • Angelicoussis seals Altera Shuttle Tankers takeover as specialist fleet drops $216m in value
    Greek giant completes expansion in niche sector with Altera Infrastructure deal
  • Greek owner Aristides Pittas sells veteran boxship spun off from Euroseas to his new public company
    Plan to spin off new Euroholdings venture on the Nasdaq is still on course
  • George Economou mulls $1.4bn newbuilding deal as Greek owner eyes container market
    Greek owner has approached Chinese yards for a series of LNG dual-fuelled vessels
  • Greek owner Diligent scouting for eco bulkers after selling last handysize
    Athens company now controls seven supramaxes as begins to build up its fleet again
  • First newly sanctioned tanker discharges cargo at Chinese port
    Aframax was one of three lying idle in the Yellow Sea laden with cargoes
  • Houthi leader warns of new attacks at first sign of Gaza ceasefire violation
    Rebel group will closely watch implementation of the deal and is on standby for 'military operations'
  • Noatum Maritime's Kazakh joint venture to order two container ships for Caspian Sea services
    Abu Dhabi-based shipping giant's joint venture with Kazmortransflot also plans to expand its tanker horizons
  • Trafigura scores first in ammonia fuelling story with gas carrier co-loading
    Move comes as CF Industries plans start-up of clean ammonia project

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American Shipper web site
JANUARY 17, 2025
  • White House moves to exclude Chinese e-commerce from duty-free import
    Following up on earlier action this week aimed at controlling the influx of unidentified e-commerce shipments from China, U.S. Customs and Border Protection on Friday proposed that low-value imports no longer qualify for duty-free entry if the products are subject to tariffs or other national security restrictions. The proposal could result in higher consumer prices [...]
  • ILA to review tentative longshore contract; union ratification vote next
    The International Longshoremen's Association expects to shortly take the next steps toward ratifying a new contract with East and Gulf Coast port employers. Union leadership will be scheduling meetings "in the next few weeks" with ILA wage scale delegates to review the tentative agreement with terminal operators and ocean carriers of the United States Maritime [...]

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Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.
Paris
It will become operational in 2027
SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori
Rome
The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation
Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.
Rome
Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
Taranto
Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).
Hedehusene
Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.
Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.
Milan
Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.
Genoa
Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
Antwerp
In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.
London/Brussels
Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.
ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.
Brussels
Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.
PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously
Genoa
Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.
Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation
Rome
The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen
Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Los Angeles
Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.
HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs
Seoul
The ships will be delivered by April 2029
Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Kuala Lumpur
The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
La Spezia
A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation
In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.
Batam
This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"
South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.
Beijing
Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group
Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter
Singapore
By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes
Genoa
Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference
The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.
Washington
"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."
Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.
Oslo
From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.
Livorno
Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Beijing
Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.
Ankara
Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded
ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.
Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector
Rome
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%
Naples
Cruise passengers on the rise
New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months
Washington
National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts
In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.
Madrid
The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros
ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels
Haifa
The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.
ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion
Zurich/Tokyo
ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people
Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.
Genoa
Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.
Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion
Brussels
The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted
SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug
Santiago
An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Cairo/Ismailia
In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%
Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"
Naples/Rome
Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.
Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard
Sebenico
The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters
In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
Palermo
The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Catania
In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.
Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Barcelona/Algeciras
In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.
Rome
The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China
Genoa
It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.
A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.
Vado Ligure
Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata
Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement
Naples
Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports
The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.
Gioia Tauro
Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.
The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.
La Spezia
The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.
Valencia
In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.
Long Beach
Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.
Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.
Genoa
Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector
Genoa
Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels
The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
Rome/Trieste
Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement
Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits
Rome
Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory
Ismailia
They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
A 16.3% drop was recorded in September
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France
Trondheim/Brest
Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks
Brussels
They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods
Rome
A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo
Palermo
Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan
In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%
Hong Kong
Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies
Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years
Palermo
Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.
Taranto
Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas
One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies
Amsterdam/London
Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships
Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.
Rome
At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.
Nola
Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.
Athens
They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.
Rozzano
The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)
Valencia
In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel
The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.
Pozzallo
It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm
Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises
Monfalcone
It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.
Rome
This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.
The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.
Genoa
The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector
Rome
Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.
Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena
Mesero
Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.
Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.
San Donato Milanese
The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.
Naples
Serious irregularities found on board
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho
(Leadership)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%
Venice
The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico
The Eagle
The sale will be completed in the next few days
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.
Ferrara
The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities
The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.
London
Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch
In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%
Taranto
The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped
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