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Exim India web site
JANUARY 23, 2025
  • Sonowal launches INR 2,000 crore worth projects to expand capacity at JN Port
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  • FIEO and Credlix sign MoU to empower Indian exporters
  • Govt aims at $250 bn engineering exports by 2030: Barthwal
  • WTO, WCO ink agreement to boost cooperation in trade and Customs matters
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International Transport Journal web site
JANUARY 23, 2025
  • Azeri-German partnership on the Middle Corridor
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The Loadstar web site
JANUARY 22, 2025
  • EU pledges 'proportionate' response to new Trump tariffs
  • Ecommerce traffic will help ward off new threats to air cargo demand
  • Analysis: Can the Gemini network do it on-time?
  • Ambitious plans to revive US shipbuilding sector come under fire
  • Rose grower sues DSV over 'bait and switch' forwarding move
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Marine Log web site
JANUARY 22, 2025
  • Innovative liquid hydrogen tank tech gets ABS AIP
    In a development that validates large-scale liquid hydrogen tank technology for shipping, HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) has received approval in principle (AIP) from ABS for a tank design
  • TTB 2025: Barge innovations as key components of U.S. supply chains
    As a new administration takes shape in Washington, D.C., the maritime industry, including the barge sector, could face significant shifts that will shape its future. Marine Log's TTB 2025, set for March
  • Houthis release crew of hijacked car carrier Galaxy Leader
    Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis have released the crew of the Galaxy Leader more than a year after they seized the vessel off the coast of Yemen, Al Arabiya reports the Houthi-controlled Al Masirah
  • USCG Commandant Linda Fagan relieved of duties
    The first woman to lead the U.S. Coast Guard, Admiral Linda L. Fagan, has been relieved of her duties as Commandant. Members of the service learned of the change in the following

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Container News web site
JANUARY 22, 2025
  • MOL acquires majority stake in Gearbulk
    Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) announced that, following regulatory approval under competition law, it acquired a 72% stake in Gearbulk Holding AG on 20 January 2025. This acquisition transitions Gearbulk from an equity-method affiliate to a consolidated subsidiary. Gearbulk, a company in the transportation of semi-finished products such as pulp, has a strong history of growth. MOL and Gearbulk have m
  • Euroseas sells feeder boxship
    Greek owner and operator of container vessels Euroseas announced the sale of the boxship Diamantis P, through its wholly owned subsidiary Euroholdings. The vessel Diamantis P, a feeder ship with a capacity of 2,008 TEUs, built in 1998, was sold for approximately US$13.15 million. The vessel was delivered to an unaffiliated third party on 15 January 2025. Aristides Pittas, Chairman and CEO of Euro
  • Shippers target contract innovations as ZIM isolated by Suez revival
    Yemen's Houthis announced the end of their Red Sea blockade all except Israeli shipping, ZIM isolated, as shippers call for contract innovation to meet the new situation in the region.
  • QUAD Alliance reactivation to shape dynamics in Indian Ocean
    The recent geopolitical developments highlighted by the first quadrilateral defense meeting hosted by the new US Secretary of State and the unveiling of Iran's underground naval missile base introduce significant variables that could influence maritime security and trade dynamics, particularly in the Indian Ocean region.
  • ICTSI's Onne Multipurpose Terminal enhances operations with equipment investment
    Nigeria's Onne Multipurpose Terminal (OMT), operated by International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI), has introduced two new mobile harbour cranes (MHC) and a container freight station (CFS) to enhance its operations. The newly acquired cranes, valued at over US$25 million, will boost OMT's container handling capacity, reduce vessel turnaround times, and optimize overall cargo operatio
  • CMA CGM raises rates for Northern Europe and Mediterranean shipments
    French ocean carrier CMA CGM has announced increases in its rates for shipments to Northern Europe and the Mediterranean. The company has announced the implementation of a Peak Season Surcharge, effective from 1 February 2025, for shipments from the South America West Coast to North Europe, including Scandinavia, Poland, and the Baltic region. For shipments originating from Ecuador and Colombia,
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  • COSCO posts largest growth in scrubber-fitted boxships
    COSCO Shipping Lines registered the largest increase in scrubber installations among liner operators in 2024, adding 417,827 TEUs of ships fitted with exhaust gas cleaning systems, according to Alphaliner.
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    Self-storage units are more about offering customized facility solutions to fit individuals with particular needs that are not covered by the normal facilities available in a storage unit. Be it storing personal stuff, seasonal goods, or business inventories, you are allowed to customize space and features as per your need. In short, self-storage has grown over time from mere simple spaces to ver
  • Container sector bullish after stellar 2024, but downside risks could prompt 2025 slowdown
    The time charter (TC) rates for post-panamax container vessels rose by 111% year-on-year (y-o-y) in 2024, hitting US$73,330/day, and has led to a huge uptick in newbuild orders and a slowdown in demolitions, according to Veson Nautical's 2024 End- Of-Year-Report. The report states that the bullish market conditions for the container sector are reflected in the TC rates as well as the 76% y-o-y in
  • Lithuania launches green hydrogen and electricity-powered ship
    Lithuania has launched its first green hydrogen and electricity-powered vessel, commissioned by the Klaipeda State Seaport Authority. Designed with zero environmental impact, the ship will collect waste from other vessels entering the port. Algis Latakas, Director General of Klaipeda State Seaport Authority, stated: "We have not only launched a tanker, but also a new approach to port operations -
  • NWSA handles over 3.3 million TEUs in 2024
    The North West Seaport Alliance (NWSA), a partnership between the ports of Tacoma and Seattle, reported total container volumes of 304,748 TEUs in December, representing a 16% increase from the same month in 2023. NWSA noted that it achieved a significant 20% growth in total international container volumes in the last month of the year. For the whole of 2024, NWSA's box throughput rose 12.3% year
  • LHG and partners complete heavy cargo project in Germany
    On 20 January, Lübecker Hafen-Gesellschaft (LHG), in collaboration with heavy cargo specialists Thömen Spedition from Hamburg and Baumann Move from Bornheim, successfully unloaded and transported two transformers weighing a combined total of 572 tonnes. Measuring approximately 12 meters in length and 3.5 meters in width, these transformers were transported to Stockelsdorf, Schleswig-Holstein, Ger
  • Maersk suspends Transpacific service in light of Gemini's network launch
    Maersk has announced the suspension of the TPX service, once the Gemini Cooperation's "Network of the Future" takes effect in February. Maersk's TPX service covers North and East China, as well as North East Asia, to Pacific North West, including Alaska. "With the introduction of the Network of the Future, we will wind down the service in the coming weeks and continue to connect the concerned are
  • Disruptions Meet Progress in Suez Canal
    Despite the Houthis' recent commitment to cease attacks on non-Israeli commercial ships following the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas on 19 January, shipping analysts from Drewry do not believe there will not be a quick return to normal operations through the Suez Canal. The maritime industry remains entangled in a complex situation, with the fragile state of the Gaza ceasefire and t
  • Maritime efficiency becomes crucial amid new IMO environmental regulations
    A new publication from the Maritime Emissions Reduction Centre (MERC) emphasizes the need for efficiency measures to be implemented across

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Splash web site
JANUARY 22, 2025
  • Asyad Shipping charts Oman IPO course
    Oman's state-controlled logistics giant Asyad Group has moved to sell shares in Asyad Shipping through an initial public offering. Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank and Société Générale have been appointed as joint bookrunners for the group, which plans to sell a stake of at least 20% in Asyad Shipping and float it on the ...
  • New Dayang lands product tanker debut
    Chinese builder New Dayang best known for its shipbuilding know-how in the dry bulk segment has sealed its first order for product tankers. The shipbuilding arm of state-run machinery manufacturer Sumec Group has been commissioned to build four MR units for what it described as "world-renowned shipowners". Delivery details and financial terms have not been ...
  • Prima Marine in for six product tanker newbuilds
    Thai owner Prima Marine has placed an order for six small product tanker newbuilds at China's Ningbo Zhenhe Shipyard. The deal with an undisclosed value covers 73-m-long 2,499 dwt vessels based on FKAB design and tailor-developed for easy and efficient operation in Thailand's coast and rivers. Delivery details have not been divulged. The newbuilds will ...
  • Houthis release Galaxy Leader crew after 430 days in captivity
    After 14 months and three days in captivity, the crew of the Galaxy Leader car carrier was released on Wednesday. The vessel's crew, made up of 25 nationals from Bulgaria, Ukraine, the Philippines, Mexico and Romania, was captured on November 19, 2023, when armed Houthis stormed the ship via helicopter. This started the Red Sea shipping ...
  • Aker Solutions forms partnership for work on Vår Energi assets
    Norway's Aker Solutions has entered a strategic partnership agreement to deliver maintenance and modification services on Vår Energi-operated assets on the Norwegian Continental Shelf. The partnership, which also includes Honeywell and StS-ISONOR, will work under a five-year deal with the option to be extended up to 11 years. Vår Energi's operations span the entire Norwegian ...
  • Integrated Wind Solutions secures one year extension for CSOV
    Commissioning service operation vessel (CSOV) owner Integrated Wind Solutions (IWS) has secured an extension of the charter contract for one of its vessels. The company won a 12-month extension for the IWS Skywalker CSOV. The charter is scheduled to begin at the end of the second quarter of 2026, in direct continuation of the current ...
  • Equinor taps BW Offshore for Bay du Nord FPSO pre-FEED
    Floater specialist BW Offshore has been awarded a contract for the pre-FEED study of the Bay du Nord FPSO by Norwegian oil major Equinor. Andreas Sohmen-Pao's company said in a social media post that the Bay du Nord development marks an exciting step forward for the offshore energy sector in Canada. The project consists of ...
  • Havila Shipping disputes lenders' allegations of default
    Norwegian OSV owner and operator Havila Shipping is disputing allegations of default that have been made by three different banks. As part of Havila's restructuring deal, three banks and bondholders had planned to have their debt settled by the end of 2024. Alongside this, these banks decided to extend the agreement for another year related ...
  • Medkon takes another Contships vessel
    The aggressive fleet buildup seen at Medkon Lines of Turkey shows no sign of slowing with Alphaliner reporting it has bought its ninth secondhand container vessel in the space of less than a year. The Medkon fleet now stands at 23 ships. Medkon has moved for the 1,100 teu Contship Med, paying Contships Management $7m ...
  • LR apologises for its role in the slave trade
    British class society Lloyd's Register (LR) has apologised for its role in the transatlantic trafficking of enslaved African people following a re-examining of its history and involvement in these acts. Britain was a major participant in the transatlantic trafficking of enslaved African people. From 1640 to 1807, British ships made around 10,000 voyages, forcibly taking ...
  • U-Ming diversifies into LNG
    U-Ming Marine Transport has made good on its vow to enter the LNG trades. The Taiwanese shipowner signalled last June its intention to get into the gas business as it outlined fleet expansion plans to get its fleet to the 100-ship mark. It has since inked an agreement with Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line) to ...
  • Seoul seeks ways to pool resources of the nation's top three shipbuilders
    As it sees its global market share heavily eroded by China, the South Korean government is looking to pool resources among its leading shipbuilders to remain competitive. The Korean government has met with the chief technology officers of the country's top three shipbuilding companies, HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, Samsung Heavy Industries, and Hanwha Ocean, to ...
  • AMSC moves to liquidate as Solstad Maritime heads for Oslo Stock Exchange
    AMSC has revealed plans to liquidate the company as Norwegian offshore vessel owner Solstad Maritime moves for listing on the Oslo Stock Exchange. The Kjell Inge Røkke-dominated outfit, once known as American Shipping Company, holds a 19.6% stake in Solstad Maritime equal to about 91.4m shares which it intends to distribute to its shareholders, and ...
  • Vineyard Wind restarts six months after blade break
    Vineyard Wind, the largest operating wind farm in the US, has started generating power again after a six-month halt due to a blade breaking and falling into the water. A blade from one of the planned 62 turbines suffered damage and broke back in July last year leading to a total shutdown of the project. ...
  • Economou heads to China for next round of boxship orders
    George Economou looks like he is doubling down on his return to containers. Splash reported last month on the Greek shipping tycoon's first container play since quitting the sector in 2020 with Cardiff Marine, one of Economou's owning vehicles, ordering four 7,900 teu ships at HJ Shipbuilding & Construction (HJSC) in South Korea. Now Alphaliner ...
  • Santos delays huge oil and gas project off Western Australia
    Australian energy major Santos has put its plans for the A$3bn ($1.87bn) Dorado oil and gas project in Western Australia on hold. Santos, as the Dorado JV operator, has decided not to purchase the FPSO vessel that was identified as an option for the project's first phase. The company also opted not to enter the ...
  • EU launches project to investigate human rights at sea
    The European Union is investing in growing protections for persons at sea with the newly established BlueRights project. The study investigates how the most fundamental universal human rights - the right to life, liberty and health can also be granted to people at sea, and what states and other actors must do to achieve this ...
  • Amid depressed rates environment, bulk carriers slow down
    The dry bulk market is in its traditional pressure period between Christmas and Chinese New Year. The severity of the downturn is highlighted by the fact that January average bulker speeds across the globe are at lows not witnessed for more than a decade, according to data from Banchero Costa (see chart below). Monthly average ...
  • Hull cleaning study shows when ships should head to drydock
    A new study shows a way to calculate when a hull needs to be defouled, so that drydock time can be scheduled optimally, reducing costs and emissions. Researchers at Sweden's KTH Royal Institute of Technology developed a model for estimating the speed and extent of biofilm growth, which could enable ship operators to schedule hull ...
  • Navigating shipping's most pressing challenges
    Emanuele Grimaldi, the chairman of the International Chamber of Shipping, writes for Splash today. In an era marked by growing uncertainty, knowledge and trusted sources are more powerful than ever. The International Chamber of Shipping's annual Barometer survey, the fourth edition of which was recently launched, obtains critical insights into the evolving risks and challenges ...
  • Trump's sweeping changes wash across maritime
    Among sweeping changes brought in by the new Donald Trump administration, a new chairman of regulator, the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC), has been announced while Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Linda Fagan has been ousted with her deputy appointed in an acting role. In 2022, Fagan became the first woman to lead a branch of the ...
  • OceanPal clears out final capesize
    Greek Nasdaq-listed owner OceanPal has confirmed its exit from the capesize bulker segment with the sale of the 2005-built Salt Lake City. The 171,800 dwt ship, one of the three older bulkers Diana Shipping spun off into OceanPal when the company was established in 2021, has fetched $16.1m from undisclosed buyers. Multiple shipbroking outfits recently ...

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Lloyd's List web site
JANUARY 22, 2025
  • Panamax and supramax rates at multiyear lows as bulker slump worsens
    There's nothing unusual about depressingly low dry bulk spot rates in the first quarter, but there could be more than...
  • Russian 'spy ship' gathering intelligence on UK's underwater infrastructure
    The vessel has sailed through the English Channel twice since November, disabling its AIS for parts of the voyage in...
  • Houthis say Galaxy Leader's crew released
    After 430 days under Houthi captivity, the crew of Galaxy Leader has been released, according to statements by the Houthis...
  • Asyad offers 20% of shipping division in IPO
    The Oman-based logistics company will list shares equivalent to a fifth of Asyad Shipping on the Muscat Stock Exchange
  • Liability and compensation rules need alt fuels overhaul, IMO told
    Countries have asked the IMO to look for gaps in liability and compensation rules to clarify who must clean up...
  • Crude oil tanker fleet growth records 23-year low
    With low levels of recycling during the past two years and limited new deliveries the average age of the crude...
  • Hull & machinery rates to stay soft in 2025, Gallagher predicts
    String of Red Sea losses means proceeds of war risk can no longer cover up for underperforming lines
  • Alexandratos highlights shipping's massive contribution to Greek economy
    George Alexandratos was elected last week to head the official advisor to the Greek government on maritime matters
  • More than 20 maritime workers killed by Russian attacks, Ukraine says
    Ukraine said the conflict has left seven seafarers dead and more than 300 pieces of Ukrainian port infrastructure damaged
  • Crimea caller sails for Libya in Russian power play
    A bulk carrier is on its way to the Libyan port of Misurata after loading in occupied Feodosia
  • Royal Caribbean boosts cruiseship orderbook at Chantiers de l'Atlantique
    Royal Caribbean Group confirms newbuilding agreement for 3,000 passenger cruiseship. The shipbuilding contract is subject to financing
  • MSC adds to fleet with more secondhand boxship buys
    The market for secondhand containerships shows no sign of abating, with a raft of deals being concluded recently, while MSC...
  • Eagle S detained for a second time by Finnish court
    Three companies that owned undersea cables, which were allegedly damaged by the tanker, applied to the court for the seizure...
  • China dominates global shipbuilding with seven of top 10 yards in 2024
    Last year, the top three individual shipyards globally in terms of order wins were all Chinese. Policy support, a weaker...
  • The Daily View: Buckle up
    Your latest edition of Lloyd's List's Daily View - the essential briefing on the stories shaping shipping
  • U-Ming ventures into LNG shipping through partnership with K Line
    Joint venture will expand U-Ming's shipping portfolio beyond dry bulkers and tankers
  • New US administration, new leaders of US maritime regulation
    There will be many changes under the second Trump term. Most immediately for maritime businesses, there is a new chairman...
  • Daily Briefing
    China's shipbuilders ride order boom to new heights, but geopolitical headwinds loom | Big questions remain on IMO carbon price...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JANUARY 22, 2025
  • Southern California ports ready to defend green initiatives from Trump White House
    Officials at Los Angeles and Long Beach say they are prepared to do what is necessary should the new administration target green policies at the ports.
  • Maersk rejigs standalone services ahead of Gemini Cooperation launch
    The ocean carrier made the changes ahead of the launch of its partnership with Hapag-Lloyd, referring shippers to the new alliance's services as an alternative.
  • ECSA-US spot rates weaken rapidly after hitting record high in Q4
    New services entered the trade last year amid elevated rates and high demand, but a seasonal lull is putting pressure on prices with plentiful space now on the lane.
  • Transshipment networks to give Gemini-linked boost to India-US trade
    Hapag-Lloyd and Maersk will alternatively use feeder connections to relay Indian loads to the US East and West coasts over Gemini hub ports in Asia.
  • Gemini Cooperation on cusp of launching bold experiment in service networks
    By promising 90%-plus schedule reliability using a hub-and-spoke model, the Maersk/Hapag-Lloyd alliance is tacking

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TradeWinds web site
JANUARY 22, 2025
  • Evergreen eyes switch to LNG over methanol for next large container ships
    Will Taiwanese liner operator join the LNG-fuelled liner crush?
  • Vincent Clerc plays down impact of mooted US duty on Chinese-built ships
    AP Moller-Maersk chief executive says company would deploy South Korean and Japanese ships to US routes 'but there wouldn't be enough'
  • Chinese soy imports flow moves away from US as trade war fears mount
    Panamax supported by Asian importer upping Brazilian soy supplies
  • Big payday approaches for Frode Teigen as major Belships investors line up to sell to EnTrust Global
    Majority shareholder is set for the largest gains if the deal goes through
  • Asyad Shipping launches IPO and plots $2.7bn of investments
    Investors offered 20% stake as company plots float on the Muscat Stock Exchange
  • Long-term LNG rates holding up, indicating anticipated market tightening towards 2030
    But sector currently seeing rise in vessels idling with increased lay-up, scrapping or repurposing expected
  • Zero demand growth for dry cargo shipping in 2025, says Fearnleys
    Bulker fleet will continue to expand with new deliveries, with some segments growing more than others
  • Performance Shipping takes pay cut to extend Glencore aframax charter
    Greek owner $4,000 per day short of previous two-year level with trader
  • Boskalis confirms $143m purchase of US fund's offshore fleet
    Addition of Pride and Pioneer gives Boskalis a fleet of eight CSVs
  • Lloyd's Register 'deeply sorry' for part played in slave trade
    Grant of £1m 'just the beginning' of plans to fund understanding of British shipping's role in the 18th and 19th-century slave trade
  • Chinese demand question hangs over tanker market as Iran and Russia crude patterns shift under sanctions
    Lower Chinese demand held down VLCC rates to end 2024 and could still be a factor even without Iran
  • Houthis release Galaxy Leader crew 14 months after hijacking of ship sparked Red Sea crisis
    Yemen-based group announce move after discussions with Hamas after ceasefire deal
  • Tanker S&P activity heats up after massive US sanctions on Russia
    Reported deal for crude tanker pair sparks speculation about buyers' motives
  • Gianluigi Aponte's MSC linked to forward charters for string of George Youroukos container ships
    Liner giant block charters from the Global Ship Lease and Technomar stable
  • Navios Partners leads Greek panamax sales drive in fresh batch of S&P deals
    Increasing number of Hellenic owners clear out their legacy vessels to Far Eastern buyers
  • 'Do more research', SEA-LNG chairman Peter Keller urges non-LNG fuelling converts
    Industry lobby group tags 2024 as growth year with bio-LNG increasing and e-LNG available from 2026
  • Navios Partners leads Greek panamax sale drive in fresh batch of S&P deals
    An increasing number of Greek owners clear out their legacy panamaxes to Far Eastern buyers
  • Uglands Rederi and Sandvik family join Costamare offshore newbuilding push
    Norwegian owner and designer have stake in Greek-led venture building vessels at PaxOcean
  • Sustainable ceasefire? Shipping giants mull Red Sea return plan after Houthis pull back
    Swift resumption of the situation before the Israel-Hamas war broke out is unlikely
  • VLCC fleet shrinks as crude tanker deliveries hit 36-year low
    Bimco figures show shipyard handovers dropped 74% last year
  • Christen Sveaas-backed Sea1 Offshore engages three banks for bond issue in dollars
    Fundraising proceeds to be used for newbuildings and dividends
  • Methane abatement coalition targets three technologies with potential to cut maritime emissions
    Feasibility studies completed, with onboard trials next on agenda
  • 'We're watching': Ardmore ready to pounce on secondhand ships in volatile tanker market
    New leadership team playing close attention to exciting sector
  • Idan Ofer and Constantine Logothetis-backed venture to speed up extraction of fuel oil from ships' slops
    SulNOx wins Nigerian patent to improve separation process
  • Houthi attacks on shipping likely to resume due to fragile Gaza ceasefire deal, warns S&P
    Analyst warns all phases of ceasefire unlikely to be secured, sparking return to Red Sea threats
  • Christen Sveaas-backed Sea1 Offshore engages three banks for dollar bond issue
    Bond proceeds to be used for newbuilds and dividends
  • Shipping has 'a lot to learn' from football, says new Grieg managing director Hege Leirfall Ingebrigtsen
    Former football leader believes the ability to cultivate a culture of collaboration is key to success
  • Banks threaten Havila Shipping with default in refinancing row
    Lenders say debt conversion and bond issue constitute breach of restructuring terms
  • BW LPG banks $14m profit from trading division in strong finish to year
    Singapore VLGC giant says BW Product Services made $93m in total last year
  • Kjell Inge Rokke liquidates shipping investment firm to pave path for Solstad listing
    AMSC to be wound down and shareholders compensated with Solstad stock
  • Dutch logistics player Mercurius books chemical tanker pair at reborn Chinese shipyard
    Deal brings the company's total order with Jiangxi New Jiangzhou to six tankers
  • Court orders seizure of dark fleet tanker suspected of cutting undersea cables
    Eagle S now under double detention followed alleged sabotage
  • Norwegian M&A and IPO activity tipped to rise after stock exchange exits and transfers in shipping and offshore
    Law firm Wiersholm sees 'uptick in transactions, supported by strong investment capacities'
  • Bulker builder New Dayang breaks into tanker segment with $180m four-ship order
    However, shipbuilder is remaining silent on which company is behind its tanker debut
  • U-Ming breaks into LNG via newbuilding tie-up with Japanese giant
    Taiwanese shipowner has teamed up with K-Line on one LNG carrier newbuilding at Samsung Heavy Industries
  • BHP's iron ore production inches up 1% for second half of 2024
    Australian mining giant boosted by supply chain improvements and debottlenecking at port
  • Risks everywhere with conflicts and new leaders, says insurance broker Gallagher
    Profits from war risk underwriters are less significant in propping up marine insurance market than latest cycle
  • Boskalis confirms $143m purchase of US fund's offshore fleet
    Addition of Pride and Pioneer gives Boskalis a fleet of eight construction support vessels

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American Shipper web site
JANUARY 22, 2025
  • US says China pressed unfair advantages to dominate shipping, shipbuilding
    An investigation by the United States trade representative found evidence of wide-ranging plans by China that have helped it dominate the global ocean shipping and shipbuilding industries.
  • ITS rates West Coast port drayage, rail ops as 'elevated' but 'running smoothly'
    There are no major bottlenecks for North American container port drayage and rail ramps, according to ITS Logistics' January U.S. Port/Rail Ramp Freight Index.
  • Sola to head Federal Maritime Commission
    Louis Sola has been designated by President Donald Trump as chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission. Sola, a Republican, has served as an FMC commissioner since 2019 when he was nominated during the first Trump administration. The FMC is an independent federal agency responsible for regulating international ocean commerce as it relates to U.S. interests. [...]

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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
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Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- 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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