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Exim India web site
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
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  • Sahel Shipping Line opens office in Mumbai
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  • US reciprocal tariff seen affecting 3.5 pc of India's exports
  • Jafza, Haldiram's sign agreement to launch one of the region's largest saffron processing facilities
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  • DCSA releases final versions of its Booking 2.0 and Bill of Lading 3.0 standards
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International Transport Journal web site
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
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The Loadstar web site
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
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Marine Log web site
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
  • VIDEO: SS United States is on its final voyage
    On Wednesday, the SS United States took to the waves for the first time since 1996 as it departed Philadelphia en route to a new role as the world's largest artificial reef.
  • AAL puts ABB Octopus on board its Super B-Class
    ABB Marine and Ports says that Singapore-based AAL Shipping (AAL) has chosen the ABB Ability Octopus marine advisory system for its advanced fleet of Super B-Class heavy lift vessels. ABB's technology will

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Container News web site
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
  • Understanding OSHA Compliance for Construction Workers
    Proper compliance with OSHA standards does not reduce the risk of accidents, but equally protects all employees on the construction site, primarily construction workers who are exposed to the greatest risk. The construction industry faces numerous challenges when it comes to workplace safety. Due to the often unfavorable weather conditions of specific construction standards and ongoing constructi
  • HHLA CTB expands automation and sustainability initiatives
    Hamburger Hafen and Logistik AG (HHLA) Container Terminal Burchardkai (CTB) in Hamburg continues to proceed with its automation and sustainability efforts. Recently, three state-of-the-art storage blocks have become operational, bringing the total number of electric storage blocks at the terminal to 22. This expansion plays a key role in CTB's sustainable development. Since late 2024, the three n
  • Saudi Arabia boosts logistics and energy sectors to become leading shipping hub
    Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones "MODON", in collaboration with the National Center for Privatization & PPP (NCP), has announced the launch of the Expression of Interest (EOI) for the Logistics Zone Development in Dammam 2nd Industrial City. This represents a significant stride towards Saudi Arabia's ambitious Vision 2030, particularly in transforming the country into a
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    Eudmarco S/A Serviços e Comércio Internacional has expanded its fleet at the Port of Santos terminal in Brazil with the addition of two customized Konecranes reach stackers. The Konecranes SMV 4638 TC6H and Konecranes Liftace 4532 TC5 were ordered in early 2024 and delivered in November of the same year. Equipped with advanced driveline and transmission technology, both reach stackers offer up to
  • HD KSOE unveils nuclear-powered container ship design
    HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE), a company engaged in shipbuilding and offshore engineering businesses in South Korea, has revealed an innovative design for a 15,000 TEU nuclear-powered vessel. HD KSOE has already received in-principle approval from the classification society ABS for its design, with power for the vessel to be supplied by a small modular reactor. For safety
  • Changing Transpacific dynamics to shape vessel demand and contract discussions
    Taiwanese shipping veteran Bronson Hsieh said at a seminar this week that US President Donald Trump's trade war against China will increase demand for small and mid-sized container ships as manufacturers shift supply chains to Southeast Asia and South America to circumvent tariffs
  • FESCO introduces Kwangyang port call on KSDL service
    Russian shipping company FESCO has added South Korea's port of Kwangyang as a monthly destination on its KSDL Korea Soviet Direct Line service. FESCO deploys a solitary 1,500 TEU vessel on the service, which hitherto called Vladivostok and Busan on a weekly basis. In 2024, the service carried 49,000 TEUs, according to FESCO, which would suggest an occupancy (after adjustments) of around 40% per s
  • DCSA finalizes Booking 2.0 and Bill of Lading 3.0 standards
    Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA), a neutral, non-profit organization dedicated to driving standardization and digital innovation in container shipping, has announced the release of the final versions of its Booking 2.0 and Bill of Lading 3.0 standards. These landmark updates are expected to enhance data exchange between shippers and carriers, reduce administrative complexities, minim
  • Mitsubishi and Yourstand partner on EV truck initiative
    Mitsubishi Logistics Corporation, Mitsubishi Corporation, and Yourstand will introduce a medium-sized electric vehicle (EV) truck in March 2025 to reduce CO2 emissions in pharmaceutical transportation and delivery operations carried out by DP Network, a group company of Mitsubishi Logistics Corporation. This initiative aims to achieve fully CO2-free logistics electrification. An EV charger has be
  • CMA CGM and Maersk US flag carriers enter into slot exchange deals
    CMA CGM's shipping specialist serving the US Government, APL, and Maersk's counterpart, Maersk Line Limited, have entered into a new slot exchange partnership across several trade routes. In particular, Maersk will take 80 eastbound TEUs and 130 westbound TEUs on APL's Transpacific and fully US-flagged EX1 service, while APL will secure 80 eastbound and 20 westbound slots on Maersk's Indian Subco
  • Major and minor adjustments to Far East trade routes
    Danish ocean carrier Maersk has added the port of Guangzhou (Nansha) to the schedule of its SH2 between China and Bangladesh, while it has also removed the Taiwanese ports of Kaohsiung and Keelung. The revised port rotation of the service will now be Ningbo (China), Shanghai (China), Tanjung Pelepas (Malaysia), Chittagong (Bangladesh), Mongla (Bangladesh), Tanjung Pelepas, Singapore, Guangzhou, N
  • COSCO, OOCL add Guinean port to MWAX service rotation
    COSCO and its subsidiary OOCL have enhanced their joint MWAX service by adding the port of Conakry to the rotation, according to Alphaliner. Therefore, the MWAX service, which is operated by two 1,700 TEU container vessels, will now have the following itinerary: Valencia (Spain) - Algeciras (Spain) - Dakar (Senegal) - Tema (Ghana) - Takoradi (Ghana) - Abidjan (Côte d'Ivoire) - Conakry (Guinea) -
  • Port of Helsinki reaches key climate goal
    At the start of 2025, the Port of Helsinki achieved its goal of carbon-neutral operations, initially set in 2019. This milestone was reached by reducing energy consumption, transitioning to carbon-free electricity (since 2020) and renewable district heating, improving energy efficiency, and using LED lighting and solar power. "We have managed to minimise our carbon dioxide emissions as a result o
  • CMA CGM applies PSS from Portugal to North Europe, Scandinavia and Baltic
    French box line CMA CGM is implementing a new Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for shipments from Portugal to North Europe, Scandinavia and the Baltic region. Effective from 3 March and until further notice, the surcharge will apply to both dry and reefer containers. The PSS rates are set at US$105 per 20' container and US$209 per 40'/45' container. If you liked this post, please consider donating The
  • Noatum Maritime forms JV with ASRY to enhance marine services in Bahrain
    Noatum Maritime, a division of AD Ports Group's Maritime & Shipping Cluster, has entered into a joint venture (JV) with Arab Shipbuilding & Repair Yard Company (ASRY), a maritime repair and fabrication facility in the Arabian Gulf, to provide marine services in Bahrain. This partnership aims to exclusively enhance ASRY Shipyard's current marine service offerings, combining Noatum Maritime's opera

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Splash web site
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
  • SeaKapital signs for LNG bunker newbuilds
    Hong Kong shipowner and leasing specialist SeaKapital Holdings has embarked on a newbuilding project in the LNG bunkering sector. The company, set up by two of Hong Kong's well-known shipping names, Sabrina Chao (pictured) and Kenneth Lam, has contracted up to six vessels at Ningbo Xinle Shipbuilding in China. The order covers two firm 20,000 ...
  • Ciner Shipping decamps from Istanbul to Athens
    One of Turkey's largest shipowners is decamping to Greece. Istanbul-based news outlet Türkiye Today is reporting Ciner Shipping is shifting its operations to Athens with staff in Turkey informed today that their current work contracts would be terminated with full legal compensation. Ciner Shipping owns and operates a fleet of 24 ships made up of ...
  • BP puts brakes on New York offshore wind project
    Energy supermajor BP has formally withdrawn its application for the 320-kilometre-long cable and interconnection plan for its Beacon Wind project located in US federal waters between Cape Cod and Long Island. This follows Beacon Wind's decision in January 2024 to terminate a previously awarded state contract for energy from the array. The cancellation of the ...
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    Gianluigi Aponte's Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC) has returned to Zhoushan Changhong International Shipyard in China for a new series of LNG dual-fuel megamax containerships. The Swiss-based liner giant has signed up for four firm 21,700 teu newbuilds with options for up to four additional vessels. Deliveries are set for 2027 and 2028. The yard confirmed ...
  • George Procopiou buys the Astir Palace
    A shipowner will host one of the top spots at next year's Posidonia show in Greece. Greek shipping tycoon George Procopiou has acquired the entire share capital of the Astir Palace hotel group from Middle East interests, having bought a 30% stake last October. The portfolio includes four hotels, the centrepiece being the Four Seasons ...
  • Constellation Oil Services eyes Oslo listing
    Brazilian offshore driller Constellation Oil Services has announced its intention to list the company's shares on Euronext Growth Oslo. The company currently has 1,519,918,308 outstanding shares and has stated that it would not be looking to raise capital as part of the listing. A portion of Constellation's shares are already registered in Euronext Securities Oslo ...
  • TGS scores more 4D streamer work in the Barents Sea
    Oslo-listed surveyor and seismic data specialist TGS has won another 4D streamer contract acquisition project in the Barents Sea. The company said in an Oslo Bors filing that the acquisition project will cover the Vår Energi-operated Goliat field. According to Tgs, the Goliat 4D project is scheduled to start in July and will last approximately ...
  • Captain of aircraft carrier involved in collision off Egypt dismissed
    The US Navy has decided to relieve the commanding officer of the USS Truman - the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier that had a collision with a bulk carrier off Egypt last week. Captain Dave Snowden was relieved Thursday for "loss of confidence in his ability to command", the navy said. The accident with the 2003-built supramax ...
  • Russian ship in trouble with hull breach
    A Russian Panama-flagged cargo ship carrying 3,000 tons of corn is in trouble the Sea of Azov after suffering a hull breach near the port of Azov in Russia's Rostov region, according to local media. The 46-year-old vessel, Pavlo Grabovskiy, departed from Rostov en route to Samsun in Turkey, when it sustained serious hull damage ...
  • Vortexa debuts port-to-port tanker freight pricing platform
    Analytics firm Vortexa has launched Anywhere Freight Pricing-the world's first port-to-port freight pricing platform for energy trading. The solution provides instant pricing for over 50,000 active and 70m possible clean petroleum product (CPP) freight routes. "Since the beginning of global energy markets, traders have strived for instant, unlimited access to sharp freight prices to evaluate ...
  • Digital Container Shipping Association unveils latest upgrades
    The Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA) has released the final versions of its Booking 2.0 and Bill of Lading 3.0 standards. The enhanced standards ...

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Lloyd's List web site
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
  • 'Optimistic' but cautious StealthGas reports record year
    'We are optimistic for the future albeit evermore cautiously, not least because the current global geopolitics that can have a...
  • Profile of Red Sea sailing fleet unchanged since ceasefire
    Traffic volumes remain at 'new normal' levels despite the Houthis announcing a near-total stop to Red Sea attacks
  • Normal seasonal lull for box shipping or has cyclical downturn begun?
    The Red Sea crisis saved container lines from overcapacity in 2024, but relentless newbuilding deliveries may overtake demand in 2025...
  • NorthStandard and Gard unveil 10m gt gains in entries
    Clubs doing well, brokers contend
  • Tanker attacks may be more than a series of unfortunate events
    We are faced with the unhappy prospect of an organised campaign against the shipping industry, mounted by persons unknown for...
  • Levy support grows but no climate breakthrough at IMO
    Support for a greenhouse gas emissions levy continued to grow at the ISW-GHG 18 intersessional this week, but the meeting...
  • Chinese buyers stabilise sanctioned oil flows through rapid supply chain revamps
    A combination of strategic port shifts, alternative tanker deployments, and supplier adjustments has helped Chinese buyers mitigate the sanction impact...
  • More undersea cable damage reported
    The incident occurred off the coast of Sweden, where police have begun a preliminary investigation into sabotage
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    Your latest edition of Lloyd's List's Daily View - the essential briefing on the stories shaping shipping
  • Seatrium returns to profit on better operations management and more business
    Seatrium has a decade-high orderbook of SGD23.2bn, of which renewables and green projects comprise SGD7.9bn
  • China Merchants confirms multipurpose newbuild order
    The four newbuildings had the state-owned conglomerate's subsidiaries involved through the entire process - from financing to construction and operations
  • Zhoushan Changhong wins $3.5bn order bonanza from MSC and TMS
    Up to 18 LNG dual-fuel large containerships were ordered as LNG regains its dominance as the preferred alternative fuel
  • Daily Briefing
    Sanctioned tankers increasingly go dark when calling at China's Dongying | West of England wins Vafias vessels and DP World...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
  • 'Hungry' carriers slicing surcharges in eastbound trans-Pacific as bookings slow
    Forwarders say demand expectations for trans-Pacific imports to North America are softening for the second quarter, forcing liners to reduce peak season surcharges that have been in place for almost a year.
  • Panama Canal transit data belies Trump's claims of China's control: project44
    Cargo tracking shows no clear advantage for Chinese-based ocean carriers transiting the critical waterway, throwing doubt on the US president's claims of China's influence, according to a report from the visibility data provider.
  • 'Solidarity strike' call by Dutch port union gets industry attention
    A dispute over severance pay compensation has resulted in a series of walkouts by dockworkers at Rotterdam's ECT Delta terminal over the past month, severely disrupting the handling of deep-sea vessels, regional feeder ship calls and inland-bound cargo.
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TradeWinds web site
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
  • US-listed tanker stocks continue slump despite rising rates
    Frontline heads for the sector's biggest loss for the week
  • Wavelength podcast: The case of the ammonia-less ammonia carriers
    Plus the latest climate talks at the IMO, and is shipping being sabotaged?
  • Trump administration poised to let shippers file class action complaints against container lines
    Commission chairman voted in favour of taking on complaints against carriers
  • Tanker fleet growth slows but lagging demand poses headwinds, Veson Nautical says
    Analyst Thomas Zwick tells Dubai forum shadow fleet scrapping could be key to mainstream tanker prospects
  • Diplomacy to ramp up after IMO finds agreement on fuel standard but not carbon pricing
    ICS secretary general says 'wise heads and cool minds' are needed for final seven weeks of climate talks
  • Oily water found in engine room of 'deformed' MSC boxship
    Divers confirm 75% of the container vessel is lodged on the seabed
  • Oaktree out as investors linked to JP Morgan buy into ship manager OSM Thome to boost growth plans
    Norwegian group describes new ownership 'constellation' to drive expansion
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    Entrepreneur Mahmut Isik exemplifies the dynamism of Istanbul's shipping scene
  • Tanker owners eye reopening of Iraq's Kurdish crude pipeline
    Broker Braemar says resumption of oil flows to Ceyhan will lift aframax and suezmax demand
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    Police investigating to determine if damage is new, or an unsuccessful repair
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    Military lost confidence in commanding officer's ability to lead the war ship
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    Ore shipments down quarter on quarter, miner says
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    Brokers report limited moves across clubs during renewal season but market leaders have added tonnage
  • Okeanis cleaning up as suezmax enters product spot trade
    Voyage into the West is likely to be a one-off, boss Aristidis Alafouzos says
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    Norwegian start-up says long-term supply-demand dynamics remain favourable for big tankers
  • GTT sees demand for up to 75 LNG newbuildings
    Chairman and interim chief executive sidesteps questions on replacement CEO
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    Deputy chief executive Alexander Slee and chief strategy officer Camilla Pierrepont pocket stock at no cost
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    Gas markets dragged down Malaysian gas shipping giant's financial performance in 2024
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    Palios family-controlled owner posts resilient fourth-quarter revenue but profit drops
  • Russia denies 46-year-old cargo ship in distress after hull breach in ice
    Pavel Grabovskiy reportedly damaged in Sea of Azov, but state news agency says vessel is now safe in port
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    Latest order at Zhoushan Changhong pushes MSC's total newbuild spend to $6.5bn
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    Deal will take Norwegian ultramax owner private
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    The 20,000-cbm LNG bunker newbuilds in China are priced at $86m
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    But analysts question the impact of a reversal of an Operation Car Wash provision on financials
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American Shipper web site
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Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.
Paris
It will become operational in 2027
SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori
Rome
The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation
Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.
Rome
Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
Taranto
Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).
Hedehusene
Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.
Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.
Milan
Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.
Genoa
Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
Antwerp
In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.
London/Brussels
Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.
ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.
Brussels
Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.
PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously
Genoa
Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.
Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation
Rome
The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen
Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Los Angeles
Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.
HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs
Seoul
The ships will be delivered by April 2029
Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Kuala Lumpur
The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
La Spezia
A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation
In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.
Batam
This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"
South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.
Beijing
Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group
Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter
Singapore
By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes
Genoa
Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference
The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.
Washington
"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."
Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.
Oslo
From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.
Livorno
Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Beijing
Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.
Ankara
Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded
ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.
Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector
Rome
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%
Naples
Cruise passengers on the rise
New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months
Washington
National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts
In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.
Madrid
The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros
ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels
Haifa
The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.
ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion
Zurich/Tokyo
ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people
Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.
Genoa
Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.
Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion
Brussels
The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted
SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug
Santiago
An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)
Cairo/Ismailia
In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%
Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"
Naples/Rome
Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.
Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard
Sebenico
The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters
In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula
Genoa
It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain
Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Valencia
Transaction valued at $640 million
ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards
The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.
Los Angeles
Invitation to submit expressions of interest
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.
Geneva
The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)
ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Singapore
They will be applied starting from October 14th
Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.
Trieste
Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054
Genoa
The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP
PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.
Padua
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)
The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.
In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%
Hamburg
Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.
China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels
Beijing
The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures
New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Carnival closes its best quarter ever
Miami
The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings
Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.
Hannover/Trieste
With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned
GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese
Palermo
The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt
HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships
Seoul
The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States
GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars
Vienna
The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%
Bremen
Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.
A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Catania
In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.
Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Barcelona/Algeciras
In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.
Rome
The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China
Genoa
It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.
A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.
Vado Ligure
Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata
Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement
Naples
Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports
The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.
Gioia Tauro
Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.
The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.
La Spezia
The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.
Valencia
In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.
Long Beach
Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.
Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.
Genoa
Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector
Genoa
Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels
The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
Rome/Trieste
Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement
Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits
Rome
Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory
Ismailia
They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
A 16.3% drop was recorded in September
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France
Trondheim/Brest
Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks
Brussels
They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods
Rome
A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo
Palermo
Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan
In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%
Hong Kong
Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies
Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years
Palermo
Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.
Taranto
Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas
One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies
Amsterdam/London
Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships
Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.
Rome
At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.
Nola
Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.
Athens
They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027
In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.
Vienna
Only domestic traffic is growing
ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.
Rozzano
The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025
Milan
Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)
A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Livorno
Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports
The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.
Luxembourg
The total investment is 937 million euros
This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)
Valencia
In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel
The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.
Pozzallo
It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm
Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises
Monfalcone
It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.
Rome
This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.
The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.
Genoa
The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed
Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.
Genoa
The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days
Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector
Rome
Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.
Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena
Mesero
Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.
Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.
San Donato Milanese
The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023
The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.
Naples
It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu
The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.
Cagliari
Green light unanimously
The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.
Brussels
Study commissioned by CER
In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.
Naples
Serious irregularities found on board
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.
Milan
It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho
(Leadership)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes
Trieste
It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi
Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard
Rome
He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone
DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port
Villorba
The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing
Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden
Portsmouth
The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion
Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.
La Spezia
He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group
Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti
Genoa
This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa
In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%
Venice
The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.
SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean
Hamburg
They were built in 2008 and 2012
30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico
The Eagle
The sale will be completed in the next few days
The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.
Lugano
Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland
DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan
Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.
Ferrara
The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities
The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.
London
Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch
In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%
Taranto
The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped
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