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Exim India web site
AUGUST 21, 2025
  • J M Baxi Heavy successfully executes landmark Tapti Decommissioning Project
  • Parekh Marine, representing Arkas Line, in partnership with CONCOR, flags off maiden double stack reefer block train from Delhi region
  • Vizhinjam Port clocks impressive revenue till date; Kerala govt focused on port-led industrialisation
  • Govt removes 11 pc import duty on cotton
  • Express industry has transformed from a logistics facilitator to an essential service provider: Report
  • Agri, processed food exports up 9 pc in April-July
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  • JNPA and Vadhvan Port ink MoU for hyperloop-based high-speed cargo movement
  • Allcargo Logistics unveils 1.5 lakh sq. ft. Grade A Built-to-Suit warehouse for leading Swedish electrification major in Bengaluru
  • SMPK-GBTPL alliance to drive berth mechanisation project at HDC

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International Transport Journal web site
AUGUST 21, 2025
  • US freight volumes stay flat
  • Tiaca appoints China regional representative
  • Riyadh Air teams up with Sats for Saudi cargo hub
  • Trade Tech and TradeWaltz sign mou
  • 'Uta eCharge' expands network
  • Aersale names SVP and counsel
  • Anglo-Eastern upgrades Hadley fleet
  • DHL opens FRA warehouse
  • Blue Yonder acquires Optoro
  • Performance Shipping secures charter
  • Europe risks falling behind on EVs

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The Loadstar web site
AUGUST 20, 2025
  • Carriers continue to prioritise volumes and ignore transpac rates slide
  • 'Challenging and unpredictable' Q2 fails to put a dampener on bullish Zim
  • Earnings season champion CH Robinson smashes records
  • CBP 'ready and equipped' to deal with tariff dodgers, but questions linger
  • End de minimis rules in Europe and 'level the playing field', call
  • Grimaldi holds faith with ConRo trades, despite wide switch to cellular tonnage

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Marine Log web site
AUGUST 20, 2025
  • Construction of Canada's Polar Max heavy icebreaker starts in Finland
    In what it hails as "a historic milestone for the Canadian shipbuilding industry," Lévis, Quebec-headquartered Davie today officially began construction of the Polar Max icebreaker at its Helsinki Shipyard subsidiary in Finland.

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Container News web site
AUGUST 20, 2025
  • Ashdod Port opens its doors to innovation
    Ashdod Port has achieved a major milestone, being included for the first time in the Global Port Reliability Index by Sea-Intelligence, a leading maritime data analysis firm. Out of 202 ports worldwide, Ashdod ranked 9th, positioning itself among the most reliable global ports. The index is considered a global benchmark, measuring schedule adherence, accuracy of forecasts to shipping lines, and o
  • Imabari Shipbuilding delivers 64,000-Ton Bulk Carrier
    Imabari Shipbuilding delivered the CORAL HALO, a 64,000-ton handy-max bulk carrier, from its Shin Kasado Dockyard. The vessel is designed for ocean-going operations and meets the Common Structural Rules (CSR BC & OT). Each cargo hold features topside and hopper tanks, making the ship suitable for a wide range of cargoes, including grain, coal, ore, cement, steel coils, and long steel. Wide hatch
  • Parcelhero: Should UK scrap de minimis too?
    The international delivery expert Parcelhero says that the UK may need to follow the US in scrapping its de minimis limit following a 53% increase in low-value imports. It says that £5.9bn of low-value products are now flooding into the UK annually, further endangering Britain's High Streets. Following President Trump's long-planned ending of duty-free de minimis packages from China into the USA,
  • Klaipeda Port to develop Jurbarkas as inland cargo hub
    Klaipeda Port Authority has signed an agreement with Jurbarkas District Municipality to operate one of the quays at Jurbarkas, paving the way for the development of a modern inland cargo port. The Nemunas River, a key transport artery in Lithuania, offers an environmentally friendly route for cargo transportation. "Developing Jurbarkas Port will strengthen Lithuania's logistics system and create
  • RAD Propulsion and Williams Shipping launch zero-emission marine operation
    RAD Propulsion, a Southampton-based specialist in electric marine propulsion, has partnered with Williams Shipping to deliver local zero-emission vessel operations in Southampton's busy port waters. The project combined RAD's electric propulsion technology and autonomous capabilities with Williams Shipping's expertise in marine operations and harbour authority coordination. Together, they deploye
  • Constanta Port strengthens role as key gateway for Asian trade
    Constanta Port, Romania's largest sea terminal and a major hub in the Black Sea, handled over 96% of the country's maritime cargo in 2024. Its importance has grown amid infrastructure investments exceeding €250 million, including expanded quay areas, RO-RO and project cargo terminals, and upgraded rail and road access. The port's significance has also increased since Ukraine's Odesa port shutdown
  • Port of Charleston expands infrastructure
    Construction at the Port of Charleston is moving ahead on key projects aimed at boosting rail capacity and expanding the Leatherman Terminal. At the Leatherman Rail Facility, all six electric rail-mounted gantry cranes (RMGs) have been installed, and commissioning work has begun. When complete in early 2026, the facility will handle 1 million rail lifts per year. Work is also underway on a dedica
  • MPC Container Ships standardizes FleetVision across fleet
    MPC Container Ships (MPCC) is expanding its partnership with ShipIn Systems by rolling out the FleetVision platform across its entire fleet. The decision follows a successful pilot program. Also, reinforces MPCC's focus on crew safety, operational efficiency, and smart maritime technology. FleetVision is ShipIn's AI-powered visual analytics system. It gives real-time visibility into shipboard ope
  • Port of Oakland container volumes jump in July
    Container traffic at the Port of Oakland surged in July, rebounding sharply from June as importers accelerated shipments ahead of the August 1 tariff deadline. Loaded imports jumped 31.4%, from 70,334 TEUs in June to 92,392 TEUs, marking the highest monthly total so far in 2025. "This front-loading clearly drove the month's strong performance," said Bryan Brandes, Port of Oakland Maritime Directo
  • Grimaldi last conro player standing
    The Grimaldi group is the only one that continues to operate container ro-ro (conro) ships, as the Italian operator still believes in the concept of transporting containers, cars, trucks and wheeled project cargoes on a single purpose-built ship, according to Alphaliner. Since 2023, only six deep-sea conro vessels have entered service, all built by South Korea's HD Hyundai Mipo for Grimaldi. Othe
  • Imabari Shipbuilding delivers 13,900-TEU containership
    Imabari Shipbuilding delivered the 13,900-TEU containership ONE SINCERITY from its Hiroshima Shipyard. The vessel is designed exclusively for container transport, with a capacity of 13,932 TEU. Its deck features up to four rushing bridges and ample space for frozen containers. The ship can also carry hazardous cargo in line with the IMDG Code. The vessel incorporates advanced environmental featur
  • ZIM reports financial results for Q2 2025
    ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. announced today its consolidated results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025. For the second quarter of 2025, ZIM reported a net income of $24 million (compared to $373 million in the second quarter of 2024), or diluted earnings per share of $0.19 (compared to $3.08 in the second quarter of 2024). Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $472 million,
  • Damen Folla unveils new aquaculture service vessel
    Damen Shipyards Group and Folla Maritime have launched their new joint venture, Damen Folla, during the Aqua Nor exhibition in Trondheim. The move marks the next step in their partnership to deliver sustainable vessel solutions for the aquaculture sector. The venture builds on Damen's majority stake in Folla Maritime, announced in April. Folla Maritime brings decades of experience in aluminium wo
  • DHL Supply Chain appoints new CEO for Europe
    DHL Supply Chain has appointed Rainer Haag as CEO for Europe. He succeeds Hendrik Venter, who takes over as global CEO and joins the DHL Group Management Board. Haag will oversee 16 Central European markets. He reports directly to Venter. Haag joined DHL in 2010. He has held senior roles across Europe, including CEO DHL Supply Chain Germany & Alps. In that role, he expanded the Florstadt healthca
  • CMA CGM adjusts SAINT LAURENT (SL1) service
    CMA CGM has announced a rotation change on its SAINT LAURENT (SL1) service, which connects North Europe and Canada, to enhance schedule reliability and ensure efficient transit times. Previous Rotation: Bremerhaven (NTB) - Rotterdam (Delta II) - Antwerp (PSA) - Montreal (Racine) - Halifax (Halterm) New Rotation (effective August 2025): Antwerp (DPW) - Bremerhaven (NTB) - Rotterdam (RWG) - Montrea
  • Godby Shipping expands fleet
    Godby Shipping has acquired the RoRo vessel Transporter from Eckerö Shipping Ab Ltd, marking a key step in the company's fleet expansion and long-term commitment to serving its core customers. Built in 1991, Transporter offers a capacity of about 1,250 lane meters and is well-suited for paper transport as well as a wide range of rolling cargo, including trailers, mafis, trucks, and heavy machiner
  • Porto Itapoá launches RTG Optimization with Kaleris
    Porto Itapoá has completed the first phase of its RTG-Optimization project, a multi-stage rollout designed to improve yard crane operations at the Brazilian container terminal. The terminal, one of South America's busiest, is working with supply chain software provider Kaleris to enhance efficiency and automate yard processes through its N4 terminal operating system. COO Sergni Pessoa Rosa Jr. sa
  • KCCI slips 3.7% on falling Busan export rates
    According to Japan International Freight Forwarders Association (JIFFA), the Korea Ocean Business Corp. (KOBC) reported Monday that its KOBC Container Composite Index (KCCI) slipped 3.67% week-on-week to 1,993 points. The decline came as spot rates for container exports out of Busan continued to weaken on major lanes to Europe, the U.S., and Latin America's east coast. Rates to the U.S. West Coas
  • Anglo-Eastern upgrades Hadley Fleet with NexusWave
    Inmarsat Maritime, part of Viasat, has confirmed that Anglo-Eastern will roll out its NexusWave connectivity solution across the Hadley Shipping Group fleet under its management. Hadley Shipping, a long-time Inmarsat customer, will now move to the multi-orbit, fully managed NexusWave platform. The upgrade is designed to deliver faster speeds, stronger cybersecurity, and a scalable digital backbon
  • Trade Tech, TradeWaltz to digitize Japan-U.S. Trade
    Trade Tech Inc. and TradeWaltz Inc. have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance the GRACE (Global Reliable Authorized Commerce Express) project. The partnership aims to digitize Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) trade processes and streamline supply chains between Japan and the United States. The AEO system certifies trusted operators who meet security and compliance standards, al
  • Meet ASTM Standards With the Top 9 Testing Machines
    ASTM International is a globally recognized standards organization with tens of thousands of members. These parties collaborate to combine science, engineering and sound judgment to improve material performance, manufacturing processes and industrial consistency. The organization publishes over 12,000 ASTM standards annually in a book exceeding 85 volumes. Becoming familiar with the relevant part
  • DHL Supply Chain appoints first CEO for Middle East & Africa
    DHL Supply Chain has named Orkun Saruhanoglu as its first Chief Executive Officer for the Middle East and Africa (MEA). The new role reflects the company's growing focus on the region. Saruhanoglu, a DHL veteran of 27 years, will report directly to Hendrik Venter, recently appointed CEO of DHL Supply Chain. He previously led DHL operations in Türkiye and Central & Eastern Europe, where he expande
  • Why Your Security Desk Is Slowing Down Port Operations
    Photo courtesy of Unsplash At a busy port, time isn't just money; it's momentum. Delays at the entry gate aren't just minor hiccups; they're operational risks. In busy ports, where every second counts, long wait times at the security desk create bottlenecks that ripple through the entire supply chain. Paper logbooks, manual data entry, and outdated systems stall the flow of people and vehicles an
  • Global container volumes grow in first half of 2025
    Despite turbulent trade conditions, global container volumes recorded steady growth in the first half of 2025. According to provisional figures from Container Trades Statistics, worldwide full TEU volumes rose by 4.5% between January and June, reaching 93.5 million TEU. Intercontinental cargoes increased by 4.7% to 62.6 million TEU, while intra-regional volumes advanced by a slightly lower 3.3% t

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Splash web site
AUGUST 20, 2025
  • Tanker hit in Russian drone strike on Izmail port
    A Panama-flagged chemical/oil products tanker has reportedly been severely damaged in Russian drone strike at the port of Izmail, Ukraine. The 7,842 dwt Excellion was moored at the eastern pier of the Izmail Oil Transshipment Complex during the early hours of August 20 when a series of UAV strikes were launched by Russian forces against ...
  • Neutralising the boxship orderbook would require scrapping every pre-2010 vessel
    The tremendous, record volume of container newbuildings due to enter the market in the coming years will require a huge swathe of the box fleet to be scrapped, something that is not happening at present. Splash's lead story yesterday carried data from Linerlytica suggesting the container orderbook had hit 10.4m teu, with the orderbook ratio ...
  • TMS Cardiff Gas and Celsius tied to $1.5bn Samsung LNG orders
    Two well-known names in LNG shipping have been linked to fresh orders at Samsung Heavy Industries, as newbuilding activity in the gas carrier segment shows signs of life. The South Korean yard confirmed this week it had secured contracts for six 174,000 cu m vessels worth around $1.5bn. While owners were not publicly disclosed, industry ...
  • SFL bags $225m in Maersk charter extensions
    John Fredriksen's SFL Corporation has locked in fresh revenue with Maersk, agreeing to five-year charter extensions for three 9,500 teu container ships, starting in 2026. The renewed deals will add around $225m to the company's contracted backlog. The vessels will remain with the Danish liner through to 2031, the New York-listed owner said in its ...
  • C Transport Maritime: Radziwill's take on tariffs and dry bulk
    Donald Trump's tariffs have had a surprising effect on the shipping's largest sector, argues one of the most famous names in dry bulk in today's Maritime CEO interview. "The shifts in global trades they caused have helped improve the dry bulk freight supply/demand picture mostly via increased tonne mile demand, which has raised spot and ...
  • Flex LNG firms up ship refinancings
    Flex LNG has signed a $175m sale and leaseback deal with an unnamed Asian-based lease provider for its LNG carrier Flex Resolute. The 2020-built 173,400 cu m vessel will be sold and then chartered back on a bareboat basis for around 10 years, with an age-adjusted repayment profile of roughly 21 years. The deal, expected ...
  • US to hold over 30 offshore oil and gas auctions through 2040
    The Trump administration has unveiled a schedule to hold more than 30 offshore oil and gas lease sales over the next 15 years. The schedule includes 30 lease sales through 2040 in the Gulf of Mexico. The first sale in the Gulf is set for December 10, 2025. From next year, there will be two ...
  • Black pipes land in Europe as UK backs ship carbon capture trial
    Giant black pipes inserted into the funnels of ships to contain emissions will be seen in Europe for the first time, following UK government funding to get California-based STAX Engineering's carbon capture kit to British ports. STAX Engineering is working with UK-based onboard carbon capture specialist Seabound, Associated British Ports (ABP), and Lomar Shipping to ...
  • Hanwha Ocean and Hyundai E&C form offshore wind partnership
    Shipbuilding major Hanwha Ocean has teamed up with compatriot Hyundai Engineering & Construction to strengthen South Korea's offshore wind supply chain by partnering on EPC projects. The collaboration between the two companies will begin on the Shinan Ui offshore wind farm. Under a memorandum of understanding, Hanwha Ocean will oversee offshore installations while Hyundai E&C ...
  • OceanPact scores $582m worth of vessel deals with Petrobras
    Brazilian offshore vessel owner and services provider OceanPact has signed four new contracts with Petrobras, totalling approximately $582m (BRL 3.2bn). The contracts are for the chartering of the Parcel do Bandolim, Parcel das Timbebas, Parcel das Paredes, and Parcel dos Reis ROV support vessels (RSVs) over four years. The vessels will be employed in operations ...
  • Bocimar offloads newcastlemax trio to Asyad
    The standout deal in the capesize segment this week has come from CMB.TECH's dry bulk arm, Bocimar, which is in the process of offloading three newcastlemax bulk carriers. Brokers tell Splash that the Belgian owner has struck an agreement linking Asyad Shipping - the state-backed Omani giant formerly known as Oman Shipping - to the ...
  • Golden Ocean name consigned to history after CMB.TECH takeover
    One of the world's most famous names in shipping has disappeared following a shareholder vote yesterday in Bermuda. Golden Ocean Group, originally founded in 1978 by Fred Cheng before being sold under Chapter 11 protection to John Fredriksen's Frontline in 2000, has now been folded into Alexander Saverys-led CMB.TECH with its shares delisted in New ...
  • Do dual-fuel engines bring dual trouble or double opportunity?
    Philippos Ioulianou, managing director of EmissionLink, writes for Splash today. As the clock ticks down to FuelEU enforcement in January and the International Maritime Organization's 2050 net-zero target looms, dual-fuel engines have become the frontline tool for navigating tightening emissions rules. But there's a catch. Owning a dual-fuel engine doesn't mean you're ready to benefit ...

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Lloyd's List web site
AUGUST 20, 2025
  • Still no final USTR rule less than two months before port fee deadline
    The USTR port fee plan has been heavily watered down, but it will be costly nonetheless. There is still no...
  • Zim warns of transpacific spot rate weakness through year-end
    US tariffs have led to market turbulence for ocean carriers like Zim. Liner companies are still posting profits amid falling...
  • Renewed sanctions on Iran mean legal minefield for marine insurers and shipowners
    No blanket ban on trading with Middle East country or insuring vessels, but expect additional hoops to jump through
  • Massive increase in calls at Syrian ports seen after sanctions lifted
    The number of cargo-carrying vessels calling at Syrian ports has risen by 338% since sanctions were lifted, although dark activity...
  • Why has the European bunker market been left to regulate itself?
    The Bunkering Services Initiative was launched by some of the biggest names in shipping last month in the Amsterdam, Rotterdam...
  • Silence greets US attack on IMO deal. But has it struck a chord?
    No one has jumped to say so, but the Trump administration's bid to derail the net zero agreement this October...
  • Vintage tankers dominate as 2025 S&P volumes slide
    Market remains dominated by older vessels, amid stricter sanctions on Russia and Iran that have increased demand for alternatives to...
  • CMB.Tech completes Golden Ocean merger
    Golden Ocean shareholders received a total of 95.9m CMB.Tech shares as a payment for the merger, as the bulker owner...
  • Odfjell unconcerned by spot rate reduction as it posts increased profit
    Seaborne chemical trade estimates forecast volumes will remain flat or increase slightly in the remainder of 2025, but stronger MR...
  • Charles Taylor adds to Asia-Pacific marine team
    Loss adjuster appoints Gordon Tennant as regional director for marine technical services in Asia
  • Marine insurers must take on modern slavery in maritime industries, IUMI warns
    Call comes ahead of trade association's annual conference in Singapore next month
  • The Daily View: In the eye of the beholder
  • TS Lines upsizes boxship order from 4,300 to 5,300 teu as profits surge
    Move is part of the carrier's fleet expansion, with strong profit forecasts driven by recent deliveries of larger vessels
  • Daily Briefing
    US ports: So far so good, but tariff fallout 'lag' is ending | Shadow LPG fleet continues swelling as sanctions...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
AUGUST 20, 2025
  • MSC's legal woes escalate in India after late-May ship capsizing
    The incident has sparked a wave of claim filings from individual shippers and state authorities against the world's largest container carrier, resulting in arrest orders for as many as five sister ships thus far.
  • J.B. Hunt reduces peak season surcharge on Southern California moves
    Domestic intermodal volumes have been stagnant on partner BNSF Railway out of Los Angeles, likely dulling the justification for the original $1,500 fee.
  • Trans-Pacific spot market exposure drags down Zim's Q2 earnings
    With 70% of its volume moving under spot rates, there was no escape from the volatile US-China tariff battle.
  • US ports look to DOT to close big funding gap for project grants
    US ports want the federal government to increase the amount set aside for infrastructure grants in the DOT's next budget, saying ports are an integral part of the nation's road and rail network.
  • Sharp rise in Hamburg first-half volume driven by growth in Asian, Baltic trade
    New carrier services improved connections between Hamburg and the Mediterranean, Middle East, Asia and India, while hinterland traffic has continued to develop.
  • Blue Yonder's 'returns' tech acquisition highlights growing demand from retailers
    The focus on incorporating returns technology for retailers is driven by data showing that the cost for them to acquire new customers far exceeds the cost of retaining existing customers.
  • CMA CGM accelerates $232 million Syrian Med port expansion project
    The development of the war-damaged Latakia International Container Terminal, which handles 95% of Syria's containerized trade, is aimed at increasing the port's handling capacity to 1 million TEUs.

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TradeWinds web site
AUGUST 20, 2025
  • Samsung Electronics units seek to throw out Cosco's returned fire in US fee spat
    South Korean company seeks dismissal of complaint as Chinese liner operator alleges effort to get out of $4.2m in fees
  • Seaspan signs $1.2bn order for a dozen neo-panamaxes
    Company makes its third renminbi newbuilding deal with Chinese yards
  • This year hasn't been as bad as we thought, says Hapag boss
    CEO is bullish on outlook despite tariff pressure
  • Flex sees almost 9% of 'active' LNG carrier fleet as idling or laid up
    Interim CEO Marius Foss says new wave of LNG projects will absorb tonnage
  • Brazilian offshore vessel player scores $585m charter deals with Petrobras
    Deal is 'an important milestone'
  • Compliant tanker fleet shifts westwards as trade patterns evolve
    Sentosa Ship Brokers believes North and South America will continue to be a strong source of crude cargoes
  • Container ship orderbook-to-fleet ratio hits highest level in 15 years
    Fears of overcapacity grow as orderbook breaches 10m teu
  • Odfjell says zero new chemical tanker orders is 'most positive news' of second quarter
    Norwegian owner accounts for 14% of specialist fleet orderbook
  • ExxonMobil linked to charters on two LNG bunker vessel newbuildings
    US major believed to have fixed one ship each from two separate owners as it joins rivals in growing sector
  • Zim profit slashed amid 'challenging and unpredictable market dynamics'
    Carrier upgrades full-year earnings outlook as it remains mute on management buyout
  • Shadow fleet a 'ridiculously inefficient way' to run tanker shipping, says Odfjell boss
    Harald Fotland says he does not have a good answer as to what happens if Ukraine peace deal is struck
  • Meet the dark-fleet kingpin whose network stretches from shadow tankers to alleged arms trading
    Scion of well-connected Iranian family accused of running more than 100-ship fleet in Iranian and Russian trades
  • Torm's $857m refinancing deal unlocks dividend upside, Clarksons says
    Lower margins should lead to higher payouts, analysts believe
  • Scorpio Tankers LR2s fixed for five years
    Public product carrier giant takes book of period fixtures to nearly 20 tankers
  • S&P specialist leaves Affinity
    Speculation reignites on destination for noted sale-and-purchase broker
  • Russian drone attack 'disables' tanker in Ukrainian port
    Raid may be a response to sinking of Russian weapons ship
  • Maersk hires Anne-Sophie Zerlang Karlsen as new chief of staff
    New position created in the group for internal hire
  • John Fredriksen's Flex LNG pushes ahead with ship refinancings in 'rare' year for charter rates
    Company stock to delist from Oslo Stock Exchange on 15 September
  • Alexander Saverys hails 'transformation' as CMB.Tech and Golden Ocean unite to form a capital markets shipping giant
    Belgian boss says: "Decarbonise today to navigate tomorrow"
  • Flex LNG stock drops as Fearnleys highlights risk for contract extensions
    Analysts see downside risk for 2026 estimates
  • DOF Group reaping rewards from Maersk merger as dividends stack up
    Company makes good on dividend promise in June, with another set for September
  • Flex LNG stock falls as Fearnleys warns on contract extension risk
    Analysts see downside risk for 2026 estimates
  • Fresh blow for Braemar: Four deepsea tanker brokers quit
    Latest walkouts pose questions for one of the world's largest shipbrokers
  • Odfjell sheds final lease financing deals by buying two more tankers
    Norwegian owner acquires chemical carriers at below market value
  • John Fredriksen's Flex LNG pushes ahead with ship refinancings in 'rare' year for charter rates
    Company stock to deslist from Oslo Stock Exchange on 15 September
  • Flex LNG pushes ahead with ship refinancings in 'rare' year for charter rates
    Company stock to deslist from Oslo Stock Exchange on 15 September
  • Trader Gunvor piles in for crude tankers as Sinokor and Trafigura rejig VLCC fleet
    Activity picks up in term market, driven by requirements of Swiss giant's Clearlake Shipping operation
  • Christen Sveaas' Kistefos raises $63m in bond tap issue
    New bonds issued at 102% of par
  • Chinese leasing company puts modern kamsarmax bulker onto the auction block
    Recent online auctions of kamsarmax tonnage have brought in good results for sellers
  • Elderly Chinese bulker sells for knock-down price via online auction platform
    Owner Fujian Guohang Ocean Shipping is preparing to take delivery of 16 newbuildings
  • Cosco locks in container ship duo amid healthy demand for period deals
    Cosco Shipping Lines charters classic panamax while OOCL is tied to feeder vessel
  • Baltimore channel reopened at site where hatch cover blew off in bulker explosion
    Area included waters that were blocked by Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse
  • 'Endless marriage': Adnoc L&S and chemical giant share vision for gas shipping joint venture
    Adnoc L&S and Wanhua Chemical say they intend for their rapidly growing joint venture to go from strength to strength
  • SFL shares plunge after dividend cut leads analyst to trim price target
    BTIG blames vessel redeliveries and soft drilling market for reduction in John Fredriksen-backed company's payout
  • Baltimore channel closed at site where hatch cover blew off in bulker explosion
    Area includes waters that were blocked by the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse

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American Shipper web site
AUGUST 20, 2025
  • Richard Smith nominated to FedEx board, opening succession path to CEO
    The son of the late FedEx founder has been nominated to the board of directors, in what could be an initial step in his succession to CEO.
  • Trump trade war on the trans-Pacific hits Zim Q2 profits
    ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. saw earnings sag as President Trump's trade war on China hit trans-Pacific container volumes.

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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
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Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
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- country
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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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