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Exim India web site
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
  • Shipping Minister and MSC CEO discuss potential investment opportunities
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International Transport Journal web site
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
  • Cobantur expands intermodal range
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The Loadstar web site
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
  • Up to $1.5m fee for every Chinese-built box ship calling at a US port
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  • OceanX: Postcard from 'pretty cool' Shanghai
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Marine Log web site
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
  • Admiral Lisa Franchetti removed as CNO
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  • Freire Shipyard delivers Briggs Marine maintenance support vessel
    Freire Shipyard in Vigo, Spain, has now delivered the 42 meter, DP2, diesel electric maintenance support vessel ordered by U.K.-based Briggs Marine under a contract awarded in December 2022. Briggs Marine has
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Container News web site
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
  • Florida International Terminal proceeds with investment plan at Port Everglades
    Florida International Terminal (FIT) is advancing its US$25 million investment plan through 2026, following the renewal of its Port Everglades concession until 2035. In 2024, FIT made significant strides in innovation and operational efficiency to enhance its services. The investment includes cutting-edge container handling equipment from Taylor Machine Works and advanced accident prevention tech
  • Glencar to build new manufacturing headquarters in Birkenhead Docks redevelopment
    Peel Ports Group has awarded a construction contract for a new warehouse at Birkenhead Docks as part of its ongoing partnership with wood-based panel specialist Finsa UK. Construction of the 31,500 m² quayside facility at the UK's second largest port operator's new terminal Grandidges Quay at the port will begin later this year. The UK's second-largest port operator has entrusted construction fir
  • Spring Valley invests US$50 million in Jafza distribution hub
    Spring Valley, a home-grown agro-commodity supplier, is investing US$50 million in a new distribution hub at the Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) to bolster regional food security. Covering around 10,000m², the facility will feature state-of-the-art processing and storage capabilities, including consumer packaging, roasting, and grinding operations. The first phase of the project is expected to be com
  • Kalmar and PSA Singapore renew service agreement
    Kalmar signed a service contract with PSA Singapore in the fourth quarter of 2024, covering maintenance and repair work on PSA's cargo-handling fleet. PSA Singapore is the world's largest container transshipment hub, handling 40.9 million TEUs in 2024. Kalmar has been one of PSA Singapore's service providers for the servicing and maintenance of both Kalmar and third-party equipment in Singapore.
  • Eco-Friendly Shipping Practices: Reducing the Industry's Carbon Footprint for a Sustainable Future
    Photo by Quang Nguyen Vinh on Pexels The shipping industry has long been a cornerstone of global trade, but it's also a major contributor to carbon emissions. As climate concerns grow, we're seeing a shift toward more sustainable practices that aim to minimize environmental impact. From innovative technologies to greener fuels, the industry is embracing change to protect our planet. Adopting eco-
  • Kale Logistics launches Malaysia Maritime Single Window
    Kale Logistics Solutions officially launched the Malaysia Maritime Single Window (MMSW) on 17 February in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The implementation of Kale's MMSW has significantly streamlined vessel processing, reducing turnaround times from up to five days to just a few hours. This efficiency boost is driven by real-time data access and enhanced transparency in service level agreements (SLAs).
  • Freemium Model Success Stories: How Free Apps Drive Revenue
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  • AD Ports opens new inland dry port to enhance UAE logistics connectivity
    AD Ports Group has announced the inauguration of a new custom-bound inland dry port facility, further strengthening Khalifa Port's connectivity and enhancing logistics services across the UAE. Strategically positioned between Abu Dhabi and Dubai, Al Faya Dry Port will function as an Inland Container Depot (ICD) linked to Khalifa Port via overland routes. This facility will serve as a transit term
  • PSA Singapore reaches 10 million TEU mark at Tuas Port
    PSA Singapore has reached a significant milestone, handling 10 million TEUs at Tuas Port-one of the world's largest fully automated container terminals-since operations commenced in September 2022. This achievement underscores Tuas Port's pivotal role in Singapore's supply chain and logistics sector. As a key hub in the global maritime network, Tuas Port is designed to accommodate the increasing
  • CSBC declines to bid for YM's vessel order amid full dock capacity
    Taiwanese shipbuilder CSBC Corporation will not bid for compatriot mainline operator Yang Ming Marine Transport's imminent order for up to 13 container ships of 8,000 to 15,000 TEUs
  • Noatum Maritime, Erkport launch Ro-Ro JV
    Noatum Maritime, a subsidiary of AD Ports Group, has formed a Joint Venture (JV) with Erkport, a Turkish company specializing in Roll-on/Roll-off (Ro-Ro) shipping. Under the agreement, Noatum Maritime-the largest provider of diversified maritime services in the Middle East-will hold a 60% stake in the JV, while Erkport will own the remaining 40%. Operating under the brand "United Global Ro-Ro", t
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  • Ukraine's dry bulk shipments take 87% leap three years after Russia's invasion
    "Three years after Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the volume of dry bulk shipments from the two countries combined is 6% below pre-war levels. However, the past 12 months have seen the countries' dry bulk shipments develop in completely opposite directions. While Ukraine has seen an 87% y/y jump in shipments, Russia's have taken a 6% y/y fall. Overall, their combined volume has increased 3% y/y ov
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  • Strategic Implications of APM Terminals' Operations in Salalah, Bahrain, and Aqaba
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  • Port of Rotterdam increases investments amid strong financial performance and container growth
    Port of Rotterdam recorded an increase of 2.8% in its annual container volumes reaching 13.8 million TEUs in 2024. At the same time, total cargo throughput in the major European port declined slightly by 0.7% to 435.8 million tonnes. The growth in the container segment can be attributed to increased European consumption, according to the Port of Rotterdam Authority, while wage indexation and decl
  • Container Seal Types Explained: Choose the Right Security Solution for Shipping
    Container seals are vital to protect billions of dollars worth of cargo that moves across global oceans. These security devices act as primary defense against theft and tampering during transit, whether you're shipping Full Container Load (FCL) or Less than Container Load (LCL). The right shipping container seal delivers more value than just cargo security - it documents proof of protection throu
  • Shipping Stock Market: Weekly Update
    The container shipping sector continues to navigate a dynamic landscape shaped by shifting freight rates, global economic conditions, and supply chain developments. Investor sentiment remains mixed as companies balance operational efficiency with market volatility. While some firms benefit from stable long-term charters, others face pressure from fluctuating spot rates and macroeconomic uncertain
  • Digital innovations reshape container shipping processes
    The shipping industry, a vital artery of global trade, is sailing into a new era driven by technological advancements
  • ETG to build US$41 million sustainable polymers facility in UAE
    Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD) Group, one of the largest operators of integrated and purpose-built economic zones, has signed a 50-year land lease agreement with ETG Bio Green Polymer, a global leader in sustainable manufacturing, to develop a cutting-edge compostable polymers facility in KEZAD A (KEZAD Al Ma'mourah). This new plant will produce fully sustainable polymers, supporting ma

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Splash web site
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
  • UK blacklists 40 shadow fleet ships
    The UK is imposing a new wave of sanctions against the Russian oil trade, targeting an additional 40 ships. The biggest sanctions package against Russia's shadow fleet brings the total number of oil tankers sanctioned by the UK to 133-more than any other European nation. Publishing details of the sanctions, Britain said the ships being ...
  • Moeve signs up for RFOcean chemical tanker newbuilds
    Spanish energy company Moeve has inked a contract with RFOcean for a series of 6,600 dwt chemical tankers currently under construction in China. Frederik Rye-Florentz-led RFOcean, which controls a fleet of 13 chemical tankers on fully-delivered basis, has eight next-generation newbuilds booked at Wuhu Shipyard set to enter the market in 2025 and 2026. The ...
  • Velos swoops on Easterly MR1
    Greek owner Velos Shipping has bolstered its tankers business with a secondhand chemical carrier from Easterly Asset Management's Maritime Logistics Equity Partners. Velos Tankers has snapped up the 2010-built 36,700 dwt MR1 Easterly Sirius for around $15.5m and renamed it Velos Rubini. The US-based Easterly bought the vessel from Hong Kong-based Cido Shipping as part ...
  • Whitewashing the greenwashing
    Rob Mortimer, managing director of fuel specialist Fuelre4m, takes a challenging look at the outcomes from last week's IMO Intersessional Working Group on the Reduction of GHG Emissions from Ships My biggest takeaways from the recent convening of 107 parties, representing 97% of the world's shipping tonnage are: We're committed to cutting pollution, if we ...
  • Sanctions rain in on third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine
    The European Union has officially approved its 16th package of sanctions imposed against Russia in response to its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, while the UK came out today with its own series of measures designed to stymie the Russian war machine. The new measures, announced on the third anniversary of the all-out war, target Russia's ...
  • Allseas wins pipelay work on Petrobras's Buzios field
    Swiss-based marine construction specialist Allseas has won a contract for the design, procurement, construction, and installation of subsea infrastructure for the Búzios-10 pre-salt field, located some 180 kilometres off the coast of Rio de Janeiro. According to Allseas, the project, awarded by Petrobras following a competitive tender, will be one of the largest offshore pipeline ...
  • Landlocked Hungary to get first seaport since WW1 came to an end
    To get from Budapest, the capital of landlocked Hungary, to Trieste on Italy's Adriatic coastline, containers need to travel more than 550 km, including across the breadth of neighbouring Slovenia. Nevertheless, the Italian city is set to become Hungary's primary port in the coming years as construction has just got underway on a 30 hectare ...
  • Noatum forms shipping venture with Turkey's Erkport
    Noatum, the maritime and shipping arm of ports and logistics giant AD Ports Group, has established a roro liner joint venture with Erkport in Turkey. The venture, operating under the brand United Global Ro-Ro, will be 60% owned by Noatum, with Erkport holding the remaining 40% stake. The JV will provide an integrated product for ...
  • Shearwater Geoservices gets work in oil-rich Guyana with ExxonMobil
    Norwegian offshore seismic vessel player Shearwater Geoservices has been awarded a contract for a large deepwater 4D OBN reservoir surveillance program by US supermajor ExxonMobil in Guyana. Under the award, Shearwater will commence a six-month survey starting in the first half of 2025. The field unit will be comprised of a Shearwater seismic vessel as ...
  • Saipem and Subsea 7 broker mega merger deal
    Italian offshore engineering and construction giant Saipem and offshore engineering and services player Subsea 7 have reached an agreement in principle on the key terms of a possible merger of the two companies. The combination of Saipem and Subsea 7 will be completed by way of an EU cross-border statutory merger carried out incorporating Subsea ...
  • Myanmar turns to Russia to help develop Dawei port project
    Myanmar has turned to a new partner to help develop long-held plans to turn Dawei in the southeast of the country into a major port. Russia's economic development minister, Maxim Reshetnikov, signed an investment cooperation pact with the Myanmar government over the weekend to develop the port, an oil refinery and a coal-fired power station ...
  • Progress made at the IMO towards a greenhouse gas levy
    The 18th Intersessional Working Group on Greenhouse Gases (GHG) concluded on Friday at the International Maritime Organization with the GHG levy in combination with a global fuel standard as the most favoured candidate mid-term measure for reducing GHG emissions from shipping. Analysis of the participation at the meeting carried out by UCL Energy Institute showed ...
  • Sweden investigates further cable damage
    Swedish police are investigating another suspected case of sabotage of an undersea telecoms cable in the Baltic Sea. Finnish telecom operator Cinia said on Friday that it had detected minor damage in Swedish waters on its C-Lion1 undersea fibre-optic link connecting Finland and Germany, the third time this particular cable has been struck since November ...
  • US targets Chinese ships and terminal investments
    The US is considering slapping huge fees on Chinese-built ships calling at its ports, while also clamping down on Chinese

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Lloyd's List web site
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
  • How massive new US port fees could impact container shipping
    The latest shipping-related proposal out of Trump's chaos-inducing administration is the 'big one' for container lines. The new port fee...
  • 'Maximum pressure' in motion as US sanctions more Iran-linked tankers and entities
    The Trump administration announced its second round of sanctions against Iran on Monday, targeting Iranian officials, shipping companies, commodity traders...
  • EU and UK target dark fleet support network amid sanctions uncertainty
    The EU and UK unveiled expanded shipping sanctions on the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, but the US...
  • Where do we stand after ISW-GHG 18?
    Two thirds of countries that signed Marpol Annex VI now support a carbon levy for decarbonisation, the latest IMO talks...
  • Fire contained on board second Grimaldi ro-ro in recent days
    Incident on board 47,600 gt ro-ro cargoship is the second casualty to befall a Grimaldi ship in recent days
  • Gas shipping group calls for EU to cut methane emissions
    Shipping and energy companies seeking to cut emissions of planet-warming methane have called on the EU to regulate the issue...
  • Coastal corridor prompts surge in Ukrainian bulker trade
    Ukraine's bulk shipments have risen nearly 90% over the past year as temporary maritime corridor takes effect. Russia, meanwhile, must...
  • Shipping's shame: It's time to talk about abandonment, again
    After a massive spike in cases of seafarer abandonment was reported in 2024, Lloyd's List reporter Joshua Minchin asks what...
  • Shipping faces yet another geopolitical shockwave as US strikes at Chinese shipbuilding
    USTR's proposal goes far beyond the unions' initial demands and could significantly disrupt global shipping and drive up costs
  • The week in newbuildings: large containership orders persist
    Firm orders for two capesize bulkers, two tankers, four general cargoships, five gas carriers and 12 boxships recorded in the...
  • MISC 2024 profit plunges as market softens in the fourth quarter
    MISC saw no reprieve for rates due to the continued influx of new vessels and delays in additional supply from...
  • The Daily View: Cruise control
    Your latest edition of Lloyd's List's Daily View - the essential briefing on the stories shaping shipping
  • Daily Briefing 24 February 2025
    Trump administration official vows to tax foreign-flag ships calling at US ports | Profile of Red Sea sailing fleet unchanged...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
  • FMC modifies TCW detention order in light of federal court ruling
    The FMC's modified ruling in the TCW-Evergreen complaint allows room for carriers to charge late fees during port closures if the fees are reasonable.
  • US cargo crime forecast to rise 22% as thefts spread inland
    Supply chain security technology provider Overhaul forecasts another big year for cargo theft in 2025, though not as big as a 49% year-over-year increase in 2024.
  • US port fees could hit Chinese ships under Trump trade proposal
    The US Trade Representative said the proposed fees are designed to counter China's influence over the global shipbuilding and maritime industry.
  • Geopolitics, weak German economy slowed Hamburg's 2024 volume growth
    The poor operating conditions look set to continue this year, likely keeping container handling numbers under pressure at

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TradeWinds web site
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
  • Trump officials aim to pile on revenue from taxes and duties on shipping
    Lutnick moots income tax while trade representative's office targets Chinese shipping and shipbuilding with fees
  • Trump administration takes another swipe at Iranian shadow fleet with round of sanctions
    Oil brokers, ship managers and heads of Iran's oil and terminal companies among target list
  • Ciner Shipping relocates to Athens amid rapid fleet expansion
    Outgrowing its Istanbul base, top Turkish owner taps human resources pool of the world's biggest shipping hub
  • Turkish owner Devbulk clinches S&P handysize deal with Japanese owner Itochu
    Traditional Turkish shipping firm clocks up fourth acquisition of a Japanese-built vessel in 12 months
  • Capesize spot rates perk up as Australian cyclone aftermath settles
    Time-charter average saw a 45% weekly bounce
  • 'Unsafe' tanker operations in crosshairs as Europeans unveil fresh sanctions
    Bloc blacklists 74 more ships and UK adds 40 amid splits in pro-Ukraine alliance
  • EnTrust Global's OMP reveals hand in Olympic Subsea offshore vessel newbuilding deal
    Oslo investor backs Stig Remoy in building vessels for oil and gas or renewables work
  • EuroDry expects recovery from loss after bulker rates approached nine-year lows
    Greek bulker owner optimistic of improving markets from March
  • Lightship Derivatives raids rival Freight Investor Services for new CEO
    Hire is a stalwart of the freight derivatives space
  • Carbon emissions from Norwegian shipowners rise in 2024
    CEO says IMO agreement on emissions will be crucial
  • The big reveal: How strong is LNG bunkering demand, really?
    Huge market evolution on cards in next three years, adviser LansdowneMoritz says
  • Container lines seek to stop the rot as spot freight rates drop 20%
    Falling freight rates may finally be hitting sentiment in the container ship charter market
  • HFW beefs up shipping team with UK Coast Guard navigation chief Mike Bunton
    Experienced shipping man appointed as a master mariner at UK law firm
  • RFOcean charters out series of tanker newbuildings to Spanish oil group
    Moeve, formerly Cepsa, taking chemical carriers being built at Wuhu Shipyard in China
  • Kristian Siem-backed Subsea 7 looks to combine with Saipem
    Subsea 7 shareholders will get new shares, big dividend in deal expected to close next year
  • George Economou-owned suezmax tanker lifts first Dar crude cargo for a year
    Force majeure lifted after pipeline problems fixed in Sudan
  • NorthStandard targets $1bn premium goal after reversing renewal vessel losses
    Post-merger reshuffles have ended with second-largest club reporting increased tonnage at renewal
  • Dark fleet-linked AIS spoofing spurs push for more reliable ship-tracking tech
    Concerns over vessel location manipulation prompt new look at ship security system
  • Bid by Louis-Dreyfus heirs to snap up piece of Greek port falls flat
    Margarita Louis-Dreyfus and her three sons obtain just one-tenth of Thessaloniki Port Authority shares they had set out to acquire
  • 'Unsafe' tanker operations in crosshairs as European Union unveils fresh sanctions
    Bloc blacklists 74 more ships amid splits in pro-Ukraine alliance
  • Iraq Mediterranean crude shipments to resume as vital pipeline back in business
    Oil ministry earmarks 185,000 barrels per day for export from Ceyhan
  • Slot charterers can be considered 'shipowners' in liability claims, UK court rules
    Law firm CJC explains implications of judgment arising from X-Press Pearl case
  • Shockwaves for shipping as Trump floats big port fees on Chinese-owned and built vessels
    Container shipping likely to be most severely affected, analysts say
  • Traders 'more cautious' over long-term tanker charters due to US-driven uncertainty
    New administration's policies on tariffs and Ukraine contributing to wariness over term deals
  • Russia orders diver inspections of all ships after mysterious sabotage attacks
    Navy will also be used to protect vessels from drone threat
  • StealthGas boosts buyback as it logs third straight year of record earnings
    CEO Harry Vafias optimistic but warns fortunes can be made and lost quickly in shipping
  • Lower Russian grain exports could spell trouble for geared bulkers
    Panamax demand out of Australia and Argentina in line to benefit
  • George Procopiou doubles down on iconic Athens resort and Posidonia hub investment
    Greek shipping and real estate magnate acquires full ownership of Astir Palace Vouliagmeni
  • Golden Union teams up with leasing newcomer SeaKapital on LNG bunker vessels
    Continental Kapital Union Holding's 20,000-cbm LNG bunker ships will be deployed worldwide
  • Campaigners urge EU to step up tanker blacklisting to hit Russia revenue
    Campaign group says oil price cap could come back into play if enforcement campaign is boosted
  • Methane abatement group calls on EU for clear policies and investment
    Coalition moves to get its message out ahead of European Union's Clean Industrial Deal details on Tuesday
  • Asyad Shipping LNG carrier makes return trip through Red Sea
    Vessel sails back in ballast after being first non-sanctioned vessel to take route in over a year

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American Shipper web site
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
  • US port charges on China vessels add to supply chain uncertainty
    A plan to promote U.S. maritime interests by penalizing China shipping only complicates supply chain woes, say experts.
  • WiseTech board members resign over governance dispute
    Australian logistics software provider WiseTech is in the midst of a governance crisis after four board members resigned.
  • DHL e-Commerce expands operations to Saudi Arabia
    DHL e-Commerce is gaining a foothold in the Saudi Arabian market with a partial acquisition of Ajex Logistics Services.

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In the second quarter, container traffic in the port of Genoa fell by -2.8% while in Savona-Vado it grew by +76.3%
Genoa
In the Ligurian capital, the transhipment share decreased, while the Savona port benefited.
Fincantieri records strong growth in half-year financial performance and new orders
Rome
In the first six months of 2025, orders totaled 14.7 billion euros (+93.5%)
In the second quarter, naval traffic through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.2%
In the second quarter, naval traffic through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.2%
Cairo
1,248 tankers (-2.7%) and 1,826 other types of vessels (-8.5%) passed through
CMA CGM's net profit fell by 140% in the second quarter.
Marseille
Revenues stable. The French shipping group is interested in acquiring Hutchison Ports' terminals.
Royal Caribbean closes second quarter with record net profit
Miami
The April-June period was very positive
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced a merger agreement today.
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced a merger agreement today.
Omaha/Atlanta
First coast-to-coast cargo rail network
Gurrieri resigns as Special Commissioner of the Eastern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Trieste
The atypical reverse charge for the logistics sector will become applicable tomorrow
Milan
Ruggerone (Assologistica): one of the most strategic reforms we helped build is being implemented
Policy brief on cyber threats that pose risks to port infrastructure
Tallinn
It was developed by the NATO Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence
Interferry urges the EU Commission to harmonize its shipping decarbonization regulations with those of the IMO
Victoria
Failure to align - the association warned - will force shipping companies to pay twice for emissions.
In the second quarter of 2025, Chinese seaports handled 79.1 million containers (+6.1%)
Beijing
Total freight traffic was three billion tons (+3.3%), of which 1.3 billion tons were with foreign countries (+1.9%).
CK Hutchison announces plans to include a Chinese investor in the consortium to sell Hutchison Ports
Hong Kong
Without the participation of the COSCO shipping group, China would not authorize the sale
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has awarded compensation of $1 billion over the X-Press Pearl accident.
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has awarded compensation of $1 billion over the X-Press Pearl accident.
Columbus
The container ship caught fire and sank near the port of Colombo
The Greek government sends a tugboat to the Red Sea to assist ships that may be attacked by the Houthis.
The Greek government sends a tugboat to the Red Sea to assist ships that may be attacked by the Houthis.
Piraeus
The AHTS "Giant" is leaving
Saipem and Subsea7 have signed a binding merger agreement.
Saipem and Subsea7 have signed a binding merger agreement.
Milan/Luxembourg
The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026.
In the second quarter, the port of Valencia handled over 1.5 million containers (+4.0%)
In the first half of 2025, the amount of new orders to Chinese shipyards fell by -18.2%
Beijing
A decrease of -3.5% in new construction completed in the period was recorded
In the second quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Trieste grew by +3.7%
Trieste
Bulk cargo increased. Miscellaneous cargo fell by 13.2%.
CMA CGM and TotalEnergies form joint venture for LNG bunkering in the Port of Rotterdam.
Marseille
Agreement to supply 360,000 tons of liquefied natural gas per year to the French group's ships
In the second quarter of 2025, freight traffic in Spanish ports decreased by -4.7%
Madrid
All the main product categories are decreasing except for conventional goods
Brookfield Asset Management to sell 49% of British port group PD Ports to Spain's Pontegadea
Middlesbrough
The English company has over 1,400 employees
In the quarter April-June, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2.3%
In the quarter April-June, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2.3%
Rotterdam
The port authority is alarmed by the state of crisis in the national industry.
The electrification of the docks in the ports of Livorno, Piombino and Portoferraio is proceeding according to plan.
Third dock for cruise traffic in the port of Catania
Catania
Pier 25's restyling completed
Another quarter of decline in freight traffic at the port of Algeciras
Algeciras
In the period April-June, containers amounted to 1.24 million TEUs (+1.0%)
A new tax applied to cruise passengers disembarking in national ports came into force today in Greece.
Athens
Belgian rail freight company Lineas receives €61 million government loan
Brussels
The measure was approved last night by the restricted council of ministers
ERTMS installation completed on 1,400 kilometers of Italian railway network
Rome
The project is financed with 2.5 billion euros from PNRR funds.
Wärtsilä's quarterly financial and commercial results are positive.
Helsinki
The Marine Electrical Systems division will be sold to the Italian company VINCI Energies.
In the port of Barcelona the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five
In the port of Barcelona the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five
Barcelona
The mayor: For the first time in history, a limit is placed on the growth of cruises in the city.
MSC and Moby have presented their commitments to meet the AGCM's requirements.
Rome
Shipping Agencies Services will sell its 49% stake in Moby, waiving the consideration in favor of the majority shareholder. Moby commits to completely repaying its debt to SAS.
Fincantieri confirms its interest in the development of American shipbuilding
Fincantieri confirms its interest in the development of American shipbuilding
Washington
Folgiero: Commitment to deliver next-generation capabilities in full alignment with U.S. strategic priorities
The Chamber of Deputies has approved the appointment of four presidents of Italian Port System Authorities.
Rome
The names proposed for the Port System Authorities of the Southern Adriatic, Central-Northern Tyrrhenian, Western Liguria, and Eastern Liguria have been approved. Voting on the Northern Tyrrhenian Authority has been postponed.
Information exchange between state administrations for the digitalization of the maritime sector begins
Rome
The first operational meeting at the Coast Guard General Command in Rome
The Clean Maritime Fuels Platform suggests measures to support the production and distribution of clean marine fuels
COSCO Shipping Ports sets new monthly and quarterly container traffic records
Hong Kong
In the period April-June, 29.4 million TEUs were handled (+4.5%)
Sharp increase in cases of seafarers abandoning their ships
London
2,286 crew members from 222 ships involved as of early 2025
Global freight traffic saw strong growth in the first quarter of this year in anticipation of new tariffs
Global freight traffic saw strong growth in the first quarter of this year in anticipation of new tariffs
Geneva
North America saw the strongest quarterly growth in imports
In the port of Antwerp-Bruges containers and rolling stock are increasing and other types of goods are decreasing
Antwerp
Traffic congestion continues at the airport, with the situation on the landside becoming critical
A study denounces the delay of European ports in equipping themselves with cold ironing facilities.
Brussels/Pozzallo
The tender to electrify the docks of the port of Pozzallo has begun.
T&E proposes to include more non-EU transhipment ports to avoid carbon leakage
Brussels
The association calls on the EU Commission to reduce the current threshold of 65% of transhipment traffic
Federlogistica urges the immediate establishment of a control room on tariffs
Genoa
The aim is also to eliminate extra costs caused by bureaucracy.
Containerized cargo handled through the port of Singapore fell by 2.9% in the second quarter.
Singapore
Last May, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.8%
Last May, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.8%
Cairo
The negative trend continued in June and early July
Terminal operators are not at all satisfied with a policy that seems to have no interest in ports
Rome
Cognolato: It is essential to close the ongoing trials on several fronts.
The largest ship ever to dock at Cagliari's Porto Canale at the MITO terminal.
Milan
The container ship "MSC Venice" with a capacity of 16,652 TEU arrived yesterday
On 5 and 6 November in Lisbon a summit called by the ILA against automation in the maritime and port sector
On 5 and 6 November in Lisbon a summit called by the ILA against automation in the maritime and port sector
North Bergen/Metzingen
South Korean HD Hyundai, together with German NEURA Robotics, will develop and test welding robots in shipyards
The toll of the horrific attack on the bulk carrier Eternity C in the Red Sea is still uncertain.
Mandaluyong/London/Brussels
Joint statement by ICS, BIMCO, European Shipowners, Intercargo and Intertanko
In the first half of 2025, bulk cargo increased and general cargo decreased in the port of Marseille-Fos
Marseille
Cruise passengers increase by +5%
The Senate has approved the framework law on interports
Rome
UIR, gives the Italian interport system a modern, orderly and coherent regulatory framework
Carlo De Ruvo was elected president of Confetra
Rome
Among the challenges, the uncontrolled expansion of large logistics groups and their concentration
Number of pirate attacks on ships still high in the second quarter of 2025
Number of pirate attacks on ships still high in the second quarter of 2025
Kuala Lumpur
The number of acts of violence against crews is decreasing
Telemar and TNL Group merger agreement
Telemar and TNL Group merger agreement
Oslo/Athens/Paris
One of the top three operators in the OT/IoT services market for the maritime and superyacht sectors will be created
Attacks on ships in the Red Sea still cause deaths among seafarers
Portsmouth
Liberian-flagged bulk carrier " Eternity C" targeted
Canadian shipbuilding company Davie acquires second shipyard in Finland
Helsinki/Pori
It will buy the Enersense Offshore shipyard
Amendment on Port Labor Supply Agencies Approved
Rome
Immediate transformation into Agencies authorised to provide temporary port work
Salvini appoints a manager of a private shipping company from Campania as president of the regional AdSP
Rome
This is Eliseo Cuccaro, CEO of Alilauro
Extend the application of the 0.1% sulphur limit in marine fuels globally
Extend the application of the 0.1% sulphur limit in marine fuels globally
Berlin
This is proposed by an analysis by the International Council on Clean Transportation
IMO and EU condemn renewed attacks on ships in the Red Sea
London/Brussels
Dominguez: New violation of international law and freedom of navigation
In the second quarter of this year, Finnlines' revenues decreased by -5.0%.
Helsinki
Net profit of 26.1 million euros (+7.7%)
Container traffic in the Port of New York remained stable in the April-June quarter.
New York
An increase of +4.9% was recorded in the first half of 2025
The Chamber of Deputies approves the appointment of the presidents of five Port System Authorities.
Rome
They are Davide Gariglio, Francesco Rizzo, Eliseo Cuccaro, Francesco Benevolo and Giovanni Gugliotti
Latrofa appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Port Authority of the Central-Northern Tyrrhenian Sea
Rome
Ministerial decree signed
The PNRR tender for interports has been reopened.
Rome
Resources available amounting to 2.2 million euros
Port of Livorno: Workers are the priority in the LTM crisis
Livorno
UPS's quarterly earnings performance declines
Atlanta
Net income in the April-June quarter was $1.28 billion (-8.9%)
Approval for the 2025 budget variation of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority.
Gioia Tauro
500 thousand euros for the 49% share held by the Port Agency company
FHP Group acquires the remaining 10% stake in Lotras
Milan/Foggia
The integration between Lotras and CFI Intermodal will begin to create FHP Intermodal.
OITAF scientific document on good practices in the logistics and transport of fresh fruit and vegetables
Milan
The Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has joined the PLIKA
Livorno
Platform dedicated to training, innovation and knowledge sharing in the logistics and port sectors
Matteo Paroli's nomination as president of the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has been signed.
Rome
He has a degree in law and a specialization in administrative law.
Container throughput increases in Haropa Port, while bulk cargo decreases.
Le Havre
In the first half of this year, containers were 1.51 million TEUs (+4%)
Bureau Veritas reports a 9.8% quarterly increase in revenues in the Marine & Offshore segment
Courbevoie
Kalmar and Konecranes increase new orders in the April-June quarter
Helsinki
The turnover of the two Finnish companies is slightly increasing
Container traffic in the port of Barcelona fell by 12.2% in the second quarter.
Barcelona
Assiterminal threatens a new wave of appeals against regulations it believes are damaging to port operations
Genoa
2M Logistics signs an agreement with Salerno-based Gallozzi
Barendrecht
The Dutch company will represent GF Logistics, a subsidiary of the Italian group, in the Benelux region.
Swiss company Kuehne+Nagel's quarterly profits fell
Schindellegi
In the period April-June of this year, net turnover grew by +1.7%
Yang Ming orders three 8,000 TEU container ships from Nihon Shipyard and Imabari Shipbuilding
Keelung/Imabari
Contract valued at $351.3-394.5 million
Italia Nostra reiterates its strong concerns about the construction of the Fiumicino-Isola Sacra port.
Rome
European maritime cities, destinations for cruise tourism - the association highlights - denounce the phenomenon of over-tourism in the cruise sector
Egypt's first automotive terminal has come into operation at Port Said East.
East Port Said
It can accommodate two car carriers at the same time
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Tepsa has acquired a liquid bulk terminal in the port of Rotterdam.
Singapore/Rotterdam
It was sold by Global Energy Storage Holdings
The Spinelli Group has approved its 2024 sustainability report.
Genoa
Of the company's 616 direct employees, 49% are under the age of 50.
In the second quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by +1.6%
Ankara
Cargoes to and from Italy amounted to 12.7 million tons (+10.1%)
Extension of the Simplified Logistics Zone for Genoa Ports and Dry Ports to the Savona, Vado Ligure, and Bergeggi areas.
Genoa
Approval from the ZLS Steering Committee
Isotta Fraschini Motori has inaugurated a new production line for hydrogen fuel cell systems in Bari.
Trieste
They will be used for naval and land solutions
The Grande Shanghai , the Grimaldi Group's first ammonia-ready car carrier, has been christened.
Naples
It has a load capacity of 9,000 CEUs.
The Port of Genoa, FILT, and UILT have declared a five-day strike at the Bettolo Terminal.
Genoa
Fit Cisl Liguria expressed solidarity with the workers
The tender for the dredging of the commercial dock basin at the port of Ancona has been published.
Ancona
The removal of approximately 730 thousand cubic meters of sediment is planned
Tender for the restoration and enhancement of docks 32 and 33 in the Deep Sea Zone of the port of Savona
Genoa
An investment of over 6.7 million euros is expected
There are 1,100 workers in Palermo directly employed in the seaside tourism sector
Palermo
This year, cruise traffic is expected to grow by 9.4% in the port of the Sicilian capital.
Six-month growth of +9% in freight on the St. Petersburg-India/China maritime route
Fly
FESCO operates six vessels in the service
Port of Trieste: Special Commissioner Gurrieri under investigation for money laundering
Trieste
I am certain - he declared - that I can demonstrate that I acted legally, in full transparency.
Vard signs new contract for the construction of two CSOVs
Trieste
The vessels will be used to support operations in the offshore wind sector
UIR welcomes the publication of the tender for the digitalization of the logistics chain.
Rome
Di Caterina (ALIS): a concrete tool that enhances the needs of businesses and strengthens the logistics system
GNV celebrated its first ten years of activity on the Italy-Albania route
Durres
During the period, the company's ships carried over 1.25 million passengers
A shipment of over 1.2 tons of marijuana was seized at the port of Gioia Tauro.
Reggio Calabria/Catanzaro
Members of a criminal organization that imported drugs from South America through European ports and airports have been arrested.
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean to build seven 15,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Walden to sell healthcare logistics business to Yusen Logistics
Paris
Exclusive negotiations announced
Solinas (Sardinian Action Party) is not at all satisfied with the state of Sardinian ports
Cagliari
The immediate establishment of a special commission is urged
ANSI welcomes the introduction of the information dashboard for managing private procurement contracts in logistics.
Rome
D'Angelo: it will allow the country to take another step forward
Russo (Confcommercio): excluding road transport from the PNRR funding was shortsighted.
Rome
First bulletin from the Freight Insights Observatory produced by the National Center for Sustainable Mobility
ABB Group posts sharp growth in quarterly financial and business performance
Zurich
In the period April-June the value of new orders grew by +16.0%
Informal consultations have begun on the preliminary proposal for the new Ancona Port Master Plan.
Ancona
Eleven meetings scheduled for July
Program agreement for preparatory and functional interventions for the construction of the bridge over the Strait of Messina
Rome
It was signed today in Rome
Project to develop an ecological station for the treatment of wastewater from ships
Naples
Initiative of the Neapolitan Group of the Cenere and Iello Landing
Assiterminal urges against bringing sediment from the Bagnoli dredging project into the port of Naples.
Genoa
Cognolato and Ferrari: It is essential to safeguard the full functionality of the commercial port's activities.
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach fell 3.4% in the second quarter.
Long Beach
A decline of -16.4% was recorded in June
Paolo Pessina has been appointed vice president of Conftrasporto-Confcommercio.
Rome
He is president of the national federation of maritime agents and brokers
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong decreased by -8.2% in the second quarter
Hong Kong
A decrease of -13.7% was recorded in June
Cuneo-based logistics company Nord Ovest is seeing growing financial results.
Wedge
Construction work on a new depot in Mondovì will be completed in early 2026.
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles grows driven by fears of new tariffs
Los Angeles
June saw the highest volume ever recorded for this month
The Management Committee of the Sardinia Sea Port Authority has adopted the DPSS
Cagliari
Green light for the concession to MITO and the appeal against the rejection of Olbia's dredging project.
Three events in Genoa for three new Explora Journeys cruise ships.
Genoa
A technical launch, a coin laying and the cutting of the first sheet metal were carried out at the Fincantieri shipyard
Grimaldi sells 5% of Terminal Darsena Toscana to Livorno Port Company
Naples/Livorno
Option to purchase an additional 5% of the share capital
Concession agreement signed that assigns management of the port of Tartous to DP World
Damascus
It has a lifespan of 30 years
Matteo Gasparato appointed president of the Northern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Rome
He was appointed extraordinary commissioner of the same port authority
Meeting in Rome between the heads of ESPO and Assoporti
Rome
Among the topics addressed, the competitiveness of European ports in the current global context
Chinese airline OOCL reports quarterly decline in scheduled service revenues
Hong Kong
Cargo transported by the company's ships is increasing
Collaboration between the Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority and the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority
Rome
Agreement with an initial duration of five years
Survey in Germany on the prospects of companies in the maritime, port and shipbuilding sectors
Hamburg
Shipowners are more concerned. Positive prospects for ports and shipyards.
Port of Augusta: Work begins on a third bridge connecting the island to the mainland.
Augusta
Work worth over 20 million euros
Vard signs contract with InkFish for new research vessel
Trieste
The deal is worth more than 200 million euros.
1.1 billion euros will be invested in the port of Hamburg to strengthen the container sector
Hamburg
Improving accessibility and port infrastructure in the Waltershofer Hafen area
Meyer Turku delivered the new Star of the Seas cruise ship to Royal Caribbean
Turku
It has a gross tonnage of 250,800 tons
ESPO calls for increased funding for ports under the next EU Multiannual Financial Framework
Brussels
The CEF programme funds have proven to be far from sufficient
Fincantieri delivers the new Oceania Allura cruise ship to Oceania Cruises.
Miami/Trieste
Two additional Sonata-class ships have been converted into orders.
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
Confindustria event on the sea economy in Rome on July 15th
Rome
The public meeting of the International Containers Studies Center will be held in Genoa on July 2nd
Genoa
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Why Malta is objecting to a new price cap on Russian oil
(timesofmalta.com)
US has its eye on Greek ports
(Kathimerini)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Uniport: Bringing debris from Bagnoli to the port of Naples would postpone long-awaited dredging.
Rome
Legora de Feo: It's necessary to find alternative solutions.
Taiwanese companies Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenues.
Keelung/Taipei
In the period April-June it fell by -18.7%, -26.5% and -8.6% respectively
The establishment of the Information Dashboard for the management of private procurement contracts in logistics has been approved.
In May, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +1.4%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
EU approves joint purchase of port equipment by terminal operators
Brussels
Joint definition of minimum technical specifications of equipment is also permitted
Serbian energy group EPS will import coal through the Montenegrin port of Bar
Bar
Currently imports from Indonesia pass through the port of Constanta
Fincantieri Foundation and Luiss University launch a project to strengthen the safety of underwater infrastructure.
Trieste
Among the objectives, contribute to the definition of a specific regulatory framework
Freewheeling: The government's U-turn on anti-mafia controls in the road haulage sector is a welcome development.
Modena
Franchini: If the government has realized it made a mistake, that's good news.
Agostinelli (AdSP Tirreno Meridionale e Ionio): the amendment that allows for the early transformation of the Gioia Tauro Port Agency is extremely important.
Confindustria's event on the maritime economy will take place in Rome on July 15th.
Rome
The confederation's strategic document on the sector will be presented
Kerala seeks $1.1 billion from MSC in damages over MSC Elsa 3 sinking
Thiruvananthapuram
Temporary detention of the vessel "MSC Akuteta II" granted
Trasportounito requests the cancellation of the renewal procedure of the Central Committee of the Register of Hauliers
Rome
New seizure of a load of cocaine in the port of Gioia Tauro
Reggio Calabria
16 bags containing 417 kilos of drugs were found in a container
MOL and Kinetics to build world's first floating data center
Tokyo
It will be installed on a vessel of 9,731 gross tonnage
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