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International Transport Journal web site
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
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  • Europa Air & Sea reports strong growth
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The Loadstar web site
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
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Marine Log web site
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
  • PNWA pushes back against DOGE cuts to critical USACE employees
    The Pacific Northwest Waterways Association (PNWA) has written the Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington State congressional delegations expressing its "strong opposition to federal employee cuts being implemented by the 'Department of Government
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    Norway's Ulstein Verft has launched its Yard No. 320, the first of two advanced commissioning service operation vessels (CSOVs) on order for Bernard Schulte Offshore (BS Offshore). The launch event followed an

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Container News web site
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
  • New Port Commissioner at Port Houston
    Earlier in February, the Houston City Council appointed Roland Garcia to the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority. Garcia is a founding shareholder of Greenberg Traurig, LLP's Houston office. With extensive expertise in maritime affairs and a deep understanding of the Port Authority and the Houston Ship Channel, he brings valuable experience to his new role. Before his appointment, Ga
  • Yasa extends partnership with Weathernews
    One of Türkiye's leading ship owners, Yasa, has signed a new three-year agreement with global weather intelligence provider Weathernews to continue using its comprehensive performance monitoring platform. For the past two years, Yasa has subscribed to Weathernews' industry-leading SeaNavigator platform and will maintain its premium package, which offers route optimization, precise vessel performa
  • The future of maritime training: Building a digital bridge to excellence
    When we first envisioned the ICS Academy, we saw an opportunity to transform maritime education by creating something truly different: a platform that would harness the collective experience of more than 80% of the world's shipping fleet and deliver it directly into the hands of seafarers. Developed by seafarers for seafarers, our Academy provides on-the-go access to practical e-learning that hel
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    Discover the benefits of combining RAG and Fine-Grained Authorization in AI development
  • Marlink supports Knutsen Group's digital transformation
    Marlink, a provider of managed IT services, is enhancing digital transformation for tanker and gas carrier operator Knutsen Group. A long-time Marlink customer, Knutsen Group has expanded its fleetwide VSAT installations by adding two Starlink LEO terminals to each of its 59 vessels, along with 19 new builds. After evaluating the potential of LEO services to enhance applications and user experien
  • Super Bowl-driven preparations strengthened Port NOLA security
    The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) and the Harbor Police Department (HPD) announced the implementation of enhanced security measures and upgraded technology at its Maritime Security Operations Center (MSOC). These advancements, introduced ahead of Super Bowl LIX which took place in New Orleans on 10 February, played a key role in bolstering security for the event and will continue to enhance HPD
  • Hamburg's container throughput nears 8 million TEUs in 2024
    The previous year presented numerous geopolitical and economic hurdles, with global trade impacted by the war in Ukraine and conflicts in the Middle East, creating uncertainty in international markets. In Germany, economic output declined by 0.2%, while industrial production saw a year-on-year drop of 4.5%. Despite these challenges, the Port of Hamburg reported positive growth in container throug
  • US slaps sanctions on Chinese shipyards: Up to US$1.5 million fee per boxship
    The United States is escalating its economic countermeasures against China's maritime sector, specifically targeting the extensive network of Chinese shipbuilding facilities and the vast fleet of vessels built in these yards. This strategic move comes in the wake of accusations against China for practices deemed unfair by international trade standards, including artificially suppressed labor cost
  • NWSA handles over 260,000 TEUs in January
    The Northwest Seaport Alliance (NWSA) kicked off the year with significant cargo growth, fueled by high vessel schedule reliability, consistent rail service, and new customers. January volumes surpassed the five-year average, reflecting strong market demand. NWSA's total container volume, including international and domestic shipments, reached 264,869 TEUs, reflecting a 25.4% increase compared to
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  • Expansion works begin at APM Terminals Maasvlakte II
    APM Terminals Maasvlakte II has officially commenced its expansion, marking a significant milestone in the development of one of the world's most advanced box terminals. In collaboration with the Port of Rotterdam Authority and the CareGo consortium, this expansion will double the terminal's capacity, making it the largest, most efficient, and most sustainable automated APM Terminals facility in
  • Geopolitical Instability in the Red Sea: Impact on Top-5 Ocean Carriers
    The geopolitical instability triggered by the Gaza conflict and Houthi attacks in the Red Sea has significantly disrupted global shipping, with some companies navigating the challenges more effectively than others. This crisis has underscored the strategic vulnerability of key maritime chokepoints, particularly the Suez Canal, which facilitates around 30% of global container trade. The prolonged
  • CMA CGM completes third collective ship buy in four months
    CMA CGM has completed another en bloc ship purchase, as the French carrier continues to expand its fleet
  • ICTSI's Mindanao Container Terminal shifts to solar power
    Mindanao Container Terminal (MCT), the business unit of International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) at the Port of Cagayan de Oro in the Philippines, has transitioned to operating entirely on solar power during daylight hours. Since 14 February, MCT has been sourcing solar energy under a retail supply contract with PrimeRES Energy Corporation, in line with the Philippine energy departm
  • Hapag-Lloyd increases rates from Indian Sub & Middle East to USEC
    Hapag-Lloyd has announced a new General Rate Increase (GRI) / General Rate Adjustment (GRA) from the Indian Subcontinent and Middle East to the United States East Coast. The new rates will apply to cargo transported in 20' and 40' dry, reefer and special containers, including high cube equipment. The German box line has announced that the new GRI will be US$500 per container and will be effective
  • Maersk revises PSS from China and Hong Kong to Africa
    Danish ocean carrier Maersk is revising the peak season surcharge (PSS) for shipments from China and Hong Kong to Kenya and the port of Dar Es Salaam in Tanzania. The following surcharges will be effective from 10 March 2025. Origin Destination Currency ALL 20 / ALL 40 45HDRY ALL 20 REEF / ALL 40 REEF China / Hong Kong China Kenya US$ 650 / - - / 650 - China / Hong Kong China Dar Es Salaam US$ 45
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    Gebrüder Weiss has announced the strengthening and expansion of its transport and logistics service offerings in Poland. Since early 2025, the international logistics company has been offering national and international partial and full truckload (LTL/FTL) transport, along with additional warehousing and logistics solutions such as order picking. Customers can track their shipments in real time a
  • US ramps up efforts to rival China's shipbuilding dominance
    The Trump administration's proposed fees on Chinese-built ships and mandates requiring a portion of US products to be moved on American vessels aim to counter China's growing influence in the maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding industries
  • Liberian Registry appoints new Senior Vice President
    Liberian Registry, one of the world's largest ship registries, announced the appointment of Kyle Hurst as Senior Vice President of Fleet Communications and Technology.

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Splash web site
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  • Pertamina International Shipping boss arrested over alleged oil import scheme
    Pertamina International Shipping chief executive Yoki Firnandi has been arrested in connection with an alleged $12bn corruption scandal involving the procurement of crude oil and oil products. Indonesia's Attorney-General's Office named Yoki as one of seven suspects, four of whom were officials of Pertamina subsidiaries. The suspects were accused of manipulating the domestic refinery oil ...
  • Chinese yard to build 200-person accommodation rig
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  • Stena Bulk forms Nigerian tanker venture
    Swedish shipowner Stena Bulk has signed a deal with NNPC Shipping, part of oil producer Nigerian National Petroleum Corp and local integrated offshore support player Caverton Marine for a new tanker joint venture in Nigeria. The deal will create a new tanker operation serving Nigeria and West Africa's regional and global crude oil, refined product ...
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    Angola's Sonangol is lining up suezmax crude tanker newbuildings in South Korea. Shipbuilding sources report the state-controlled oil company has returned to HD Hyundai Heavy Industries for a pair of scrubbed-fitted 158,000 dwt units. The deal, still at the letter of intent stage, is estimated to be worth about $190m, with deliveries in 2027 and ...
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    Malaysia's Semarak Renewable Energy has formed a joint venture company with Singapore-based offshore service provider Megamas Resources to develop subsea cable vessels. The new joint venture company, to be named Semarak MIS, will develop high-tech and fuel-efficient vessels for the installation and maintenance of offshore energy cables and submarine fibre optic telecommunications cables. Accordin
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    Prices are up for vintage VLCCs as brokers predict higher rates for ships trading outside the dark fleet. Prices for vintage VLCCs went down in January. Now, VLCC pricing is firming again for reputable sales candidates, and a whopping $10m spread can be spotted in the latest sales filling up broking reports. Greek owner Eastmed ...
  • Petrobras cancels FPSO tender after bid deemed too expensive
    Brazil's state-owned oil and gas giant Petrobras has cancelled a tender for chartering an FPSO for the Barracuda-Caratinga revitalization project. Initially, Petrobras started the contracting process for the FPSO back in the summer of 2023 but it suffered several setbacks and postponements due to a lack of sufficient interest from floater owners. The company required a ...
  • BlueFloat Energy founder and CEO to step down
    The chief executive officer and founder of Spanish offshore wind developer BlueFloat Energy has decided to step down from his role. BlueFloat CEO Carlos Martin Rivals revealed via social media that his time at the company has come to an end. "After careful thinking, I've concluded that it is the right moment to turn the ...
  • Panama green lights reservoir project in bid to combat drought restrictions
    The Panama Canal board of directors has approved funding for the construction of a new lake in the middle course of the Indio river watershed, a massive project designed to help ensure the waterway can combat droughts. For much of 2023 and last year, the canal was forced to slash transits and maximum drafts as ...
  • Wood restarts takeover talks with Sidara
    UK consulting and engineering firm Wood has responded to recent media speculation regarding an approach from Dubai-based company Sidara for a possible offer for the entire issued and to be issued share capital of the company. Wood confirmed the reports on Tuesday and directed its shareholders to take no action concerning the proposal. The company ...
  • US issues further Iran sanctions
    The US Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has imposed sanctions on more than 30 persons and vessels in multiple jurisdictions for their role in brokering the sale and transportation of Iranian petroleum-related products, the latest in a series of measures the new Donald Trump administration is taking in its so-called ...
  • Shipmanagers suggest changes to IMO's net-zero framework to avoid future legal action
    Shipmanagers have expressed concerns in connection with the International Maritime Organization's future net-zero framework and have suggested changes which they believe would make the proposals more effective. Acting on behalf of the global shipmanagement sector, InterManager, the international association for shipmanagers, has submitted a proposal to the next meeting of the IMO's Marine Environ
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    An approval in principle (AiP) certificate has been granted for an ammonia fuelled ammonia bunkering vessel. The project has been led by Japanese shipowner

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Lloyd's List web site
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
  • US port fee plan could hammer US exports of petroleum and grain
    The whole point of the US Trade Representative retaliation against China is to help America, specifically America's shipyards. But the...
  • The week in charts: Where do we stand after ISW-GHG 18? | 'Maximum pressure' in motion | Dry bulk's dilemma
    Two thirds of countries that signed Marpol Annex VI now support a carbon levy for decarbonisation, the latest IMO talks...
  • Stena Bulk confirms new joint venture with Nigerian National Petroleum Corp
    New joint venture will be headquartered in London while other operational details are evolving
  • MPCC starts uncertain year on strong footing
    Uncertainty over Trump tariffs and the Red Sea make the market hard to predict, but solid earnings and a strong...
  • LNG demand from shipping will hit 16m tonnes per year by 2030
    The energy giant's latest demand forecast from the shipping sector is 60% higher than the one it made in 2023
  • US trade crackdown batters Chinese shipping and shipbuilding stocks
    Shares of key Chinese shipbuilders and shipowners dropped amid threat from latest USTR plan, but some experts believe China's shipbuilding...
  • P&I clubs only got two thirds of headline rate hikes, brokers contend
    Tardiness in issuing renewal documentation 'particularly egregious' in some cases, argues Lockton PL Ferrari
  • Stranded MSC boxship's hull is breached, coastguard warns
    Tank soundings have confirmed that there are still millions of litres of heavy fuel oil and marine gas oil on...
  • Ship design set for evolution to account for wind-assisted propulsion
    The take up of wind-assisted propulsion systems is advancing but production capacity needs to grow to meet the expansion phase
  • Shanghai LNG bunkering shows rapid growth
    With two LNG bunker ships working at the same time, the port's daily bunkering capacity has doubled
  • HMM will acquire part of SK Shipping to expand bulk business
    The deal is in line with the shipping company's plan to expand its bulk fleet to 110 vessels by 2030...
  • Taiwan coastguard detains cargoship after another undersea cable break
    Authorities are investigating whether the incident was accidental or part of China's 'grey zone' tactics, as a similar cable break...
  • Panama Canal board approves new lake project
    The Rio Indio project is part of Panama's fight against drought, which severely hampered canal operations for several months between...
  • The Daily View: US port fees will distort shipping markets
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    Qingdao port said it removed the two pipeline firms from the deal partly because bankruptcy proceedings for key customers were...
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    MOL Chemical Tankers aims to use the combined business platforms under its brand name to enhance operational efficiency and provide...
  • Daily Briefing
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The Journal of Commerce web site
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  • Trade groups renew push for ocean carrier movement on digitization
    Shipper, forwarder and customs broker associations want to see the members of the Digital Container Shipping Association accelerate efforts to create interoperable process standards.
  • Carriers boost tonnage on Asia-WCSA to meet growing manufacturing demand
    The tonnage injection comes amid an uptick in Asian manufacturers expanding business in Latin America, particularly Mexico.
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    Learn how integrating MAC, DAC, RBAC, and FGA can strengthen your application's authorization
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    While the breakbulk sector failed to capitalize on the forward loading of steel to get in front of US import tariffs, it now has bigger concerns with US proposals to penalize Chinese-made MPVs.
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    The second tender from the Zero Emission Maritime Buyers Alliance calls for a carrier or a consortium of liners to move the equivalent of 1.5 million TEUs across th

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TradeWinds web site
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
  • China service pushes Matson earnings past expectations in 'very strong' fourth quarter
    Trajectory for 2025 depends on whether Red Sea normalises
  • A family of Caribbean container experts: Gisholt Shipping celebrates 50 years of niche shipbroking
    After taking over business of lone rival, Gisholt Shipping wants to stay small
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    Rome-based Brullo family purchases second vessel in a matter of months
  • Diana Shipping reports profitable quarter but full year in the red
    Greek shipowner attributes time-charter revenue dip to lower ownership days
  • The big reveal: Just how large is actual demand for LNG bunkering?
    Huge market evolution on cards in next three years, adviser LansdowneMoritz says
  • 'Large-scale' boxship sales on the cards if markets fall on Red Sea return, broker says
    But Hanse Bereederung's Alex Karydis has not yet seen a rush to trade through the Suez Canal again
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    Singapore Cruise Centre hosts milestone LNG bunkering operation
  • Navantia UK secures subsea work for McDermott Trinidad
    Ex-Harland & Wolff Arnish facility awarded year-long contract
  • Shorting tankers boosts return for Oceanic Hedge Fund
    CIO Cato Brahde sees shipping demand back on normal trend
  • US levy on Chinese ships could make port calls too costly, says Seaspan's Torsten Pedersen
    Executive says plan will be hard to make work
  • Tsakos snares nine shuttle tankers for Transpetro in $1.3bn order at single yard
    Shipowner fights off other owners in 'massive' investment on specialised vessels for Petrobras
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    Despite protestations from owners, investors sceptical rich new contracts will stay intact
  • LNG fuel demand set to jump to over 16 mtpa by 2030, says Shell
    Major forecasts global LNG demand to rise by 60% up to 2040 largely on Asian economic growth
  • New tanker sanctions to move the rates needle as more than 10% of VLCCs blacklisted
    Fearnley Securities says new US and EU measures could create significant demand for mainstream ships
  • P&I insurer West says service key to tonnage gains at renewal
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    Yoki Firnandi one of several top executives of state-owned oil major detained on Monday
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    CEO Hinda Gharbi hails 'excellent' 2024
  • Yangzijiang Shipbuilding shares tumble nearly 18% after US targets Chinese-built ships
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    Mauritania and Senegal set to join ranks of LNG exporters
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    StealthGas boss says geopolitical issues 'always in the back of our minds'
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    Brokers say giant bulker is being acquired from shipowner NS United Kaiun Kaisha
  • KOBC pledges $2.4bn to bolster South Korea's maritime industry
    Part of the funds will be used for digital transformation for the sector to gain business edge
  • Stena Bulk and NNPC Shipping hunt vessels as new tanker and gas carrier venture unveiled
    Companies team up with domestic logistics player Caverton Marine to 'transform' regional shipping
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    Owner of the Debi settled port fees row
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    Cash-rich shipowner wants to increase investor value further
  • Wilh Wilhelmsen unleashes cash pile in share buyback
    Shipping group will buy up to $31m shares
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    German feeder ship specialist sees opportunities and challenges in uncertain global markets
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    But company turns a profit for quarter and 2024 and is prepared to 'weather' current weak conditions
  • TMS Cardiff Gas puts lone 19-year-old LNG steamship up for sale
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  • The big reveal: Just how large is actual demand for LNG bunkering?
    Huge market evolution on cards in next three years, adviser LansdowneMoritz says
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    Share prices of Chinese liner companies Cosco and OOCL also head south
  • Berge Bulk makes rare foray into second-hand market with Japanese VLOC buy
    Brokers say giant bulker is being acquired from shipowner NS United Kaiun Kaisha
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    Part of the funds will be used for digital transformation for the sector to gain business edge
  • 'Absolute panic': How far will Trump's China shipping broadside reverberate?
    Will Hong Kong-flagged ships be subject to proposed port fees?
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    Founder of well-known independent tanker brokerage credits success to stability and keeping up with new generation

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American Shipper web site
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  • ILA members overwhelmingly approve new contract covering East, Gulf coast ports
    Members of the International Longshoremen's Association voted overwhelmingly to approve a new six-year contract with employers at Eastern Seaboard and Gulf Coast ports.
  • Analysis: US port fees the latest headwind for container supply chain
    Proposed U.S. port charges aimed at China are the latest undercurrents roiling the global container market.

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Darwin/Strathpine
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US tariffs will cause a four percentage point reduction in the expected volume of world trade
Geneva
The World Trade Organization believes so
84% of new constructions ordered by the Italian navy will be built in China
Rome
Analysis by the Confitarma Study Center on the possible impacts of US duties on the national shipping industry
GNV ships will call at Algerian ports for the first time
Genoa
In summer, the weekly connections Sète-Algiers and Sète-Bejaia will be activated
Boluda Towage and Marsa Maroc to operate towage services in the new port of Nador West Med
Valencia
Denton (ICC): Trump's tariffs pose a crucial challenge to rules-based trade governance
Denton (ICC): Trump's tariffs pose a crucial challenge to rules-based trade governance
Paris
Rather, he stressed, multilateral solutions are needed to resolve the long-standing inefficiencies and inequalities in the global trading system.
Guerrieri appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority
Leghorn
The mandate granted by MIT has no expiration date
APM Terminals buys the Panama Canal Railway Company
The Hague
The company operates the railway line parallel and adjacent to the Panama Canal
Piloda plans a hub for ship repair, refitting and demolition in the port of Brindisi
Naples
Expression of interest for the reconversion and reindustrialization of the former coal power plant area
Kuehne+Nagel to handle spare parts logistics for Changan electric cars in the European market
Schindellegi
Agreement with the Chinese car manufacturer
A.P. Møller Holding submits offer to acquire entire share capital of towing company Svitzer
AP Møller Holding submits offer to acquire entire share capital of towing company Svitzer
Copenhagen
The Mærsk family investment company already owns 47.0% of the company
Public interest declared for MSC, Neri and Lorenzini's project for a new container terminal in Livorno
Slight annual growth in freight traffic in Italian ports driven by containers
Slight annual growth in freight traffic in Italian ports driven by containers
Rome
In the container segment, the strong increase in transhipments offset the decline in imports and exports
Turkey's Desan Shipyard in talks to take over Mangalia shipyard
Bucharest
The Tuzla plant is much smaller than the Romanian one
Six international shipping associations present a guide to planning safe navigation
London
TUI awards Fincantieri contract for two new cruise ships for Marella Cruises
Hanover/Trieste
Deliveries are scheduled for 2030 and 2032
ESPO urges EU and Member States to allocate funds to decarbonise ships and ports
Brussels
Earmarking Innovation Fund proceeds to stimulate demand for clean marine fuels
China Antitrust Launches Investigation into Hutchison Ports' Panama Terminal Sale
Beijing/Hong Kong
Panama Ports Company operates the Balboa and Cristobal ports
PSA posts annual revenue growth, but profits fall
Singapore
Sharp increase in operating costs across the board
Temporary Port Labor Supply Company in Cagliari Extended for Another 18 Months
Cagliari
In 2024, cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by +3.5%
Beijing
Increase of +6.9% in traffic with foreign countries. In the first two months of 2025, 1.75 billion tons were moved (+1.6%)
Chinese container maker CIMC posts bumper 2024
Hong Kong
Almost 3.6 million containers sold (+372%). Record revenues
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In February, freight traffic in the port of Genoa fell by -4.4% and in Savona-Vado it increased by +24.5%
Genoa
Cruise and ferry passenger decline
ICS, Trump's proposed measures against Chinese ships risk having significant unwanted consequences, even for the US
Washington
Strong opposition to their introduction also expressed by the WSC
Intercargo, international measures for decarbonisation of shipping must be simple and clear
London
Gkonis: Must not compromise operational efficiency and smooth global transport of essential goods
Port of Barcelona invests 124 million to develop sustainable fuel traffic
Barcelona
Construction of three new moorings at Moll de l'Energia
In 2024, freight traffic in the port of Catania began to grow again. A decline in Augusta
In 2024, freight traffic in the port of Catania began to grow again. A decline in Augusta
Augusta
A total of 7.9 million and 23.0 million tons of cargo were handled
In 2024, the terminal operator HHLA recorded record revenues with a growth of +10.5%
Hamburg
Profit after taxes amounted to 56.4 million euros (+33.1%)
Launch of a public consultation for the updating of the PRPs of the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado
Genoa
The involvement of territorial, economic and social communities is foreseen
ITU, ICAO and IMO highlight risks to maritime and air transport caused by attacks on satellite communications
Geneva/Montreal/London
London Government presents its strategy for decarbonising maritime transport
London
The measures for ports will be defined after a public consultation that will take place in the coming months
For security, military ships are not enough, merchant ships are also essential
London
TUI in talks with shipyards for two new cruise ships for Marella
Hanover
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ANESCO, with the Port Employment Centers, accidents have decreased in the three main Spanish ports
Madrid
67% reduction in lost work days per year
Filt, Fit and Uilt, no to the transformation from "article 18" to "16" of the Livorno port company LTM
Leghorn
Unions ask port authority to block proliferation of new economic entities
Last year Fincantieri recorded record revenues and new orders
Last year Fincantieri recorded record revenues and new orders
Trieste
Folgiero: the first fruits of our strategy and industrial vision have been harvested
COSCO Shipping Holdings revenue increased by +44.8% in the fourth quarter of 2024
COSCO Shipping Holdings revenue increased by +44.8% in the fourth quarter of 2024
Shanghai
In the period, the container ships of the Chinese group's fleet transported 6.9 million TEUs (+13.1%). Containers on the Asia-Europe/Med routes fell
Porto Marghera, renewal of concession to Terminal Rinfuse Venezia
Venice
New 25-year contract. Investments of over 53 million euros expected
In the last quarter of 2024, container traffic alone increased in French ports
Paris
In the whole year, containers amounted to over 5.3 million TEU (+11.5%)
Carnival Sets New Low Season Quarter Records December-February
Carnival Sets New Low Season Quarter Records December-February
Miami
Positive outlook for the remainder of the 2025 financial year
Rail Losing Ground in Transalpine Freight Traffic Through Switzerland
Bern
In 2024, trains transported 25.7 million tons of cargo (-3.7%)
CK Hutchison's Port Division revenues grew by 10.8% last year
Hong Kong
In 2024, Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane recorded a net loss of -208 million euros
Rome
Revenues up by +11.7%. The group's freight transported increased thanks to the acquisition of Exploris
Port of Genoa, Ente Bacini requests new spaces and renewal of the concession
Genoa
Conference to celebrate the centenary of the company
The public meeting of the Italian Port Terminal Operators Association will be held in Rome on June 19th
Genoa
VARD to build offshore dive vessel for Dong Fang Offshore
Alesund/Trieste
The contract is worth 113.5 million euros
Next week Italian ports will participate in Seatrade Cruise Global
Rome
Initiative brand: "CruiseItaly - One Country, Many Destinations"
MSC Group Cruise Terminal Officially Inaugurated in the Port of Barcelona
Barcelona
In 2027 it will be equipped with a cold ironing plant
Marcegaglia and Nova Marine Carriers form NovaMar Logistic joint venture
Lugano/Gazoldo of the Ippoliti
A general cargo ship will transport raw materials to the steel group's plants
Liebherr achieves record annual sales in the maritime and port crane segment
Bulls
Strong demand for offshore and container handling equipment
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
Last year, 656 ships underwent repair work in Greece
Piraeus
Increase of five units compared to 2023
Port of La Spezia, cruise ship docking simulations completed at Garibaldi West pier
The Spice
Assagenti conference on the future of the profession of maritime agent and broker
Genoa
It will be held tomorrow in Genoa
Francesco Beltrano is the new general secretary of Uniport
Rome
He takes over from Paolo Ferrandino, who will continue to collaborate as a consultant
Stena Line presents a project for a ro-ro vessel capable of reducing energy consumption by at least 20%
Gothenburg
Introduced most of the innovative technologies currently available
Saipem awarded new contracts in Middle East and Guyana
Milan
The total value of the orders is approximately 720 million dollars.
Conference in Genoa for the centenary of Ente Bacini
Genoa
The company was established on 19 February 1925
Interporto Bologna Board of Directors Renewed
Bentivoglio
Stefano Caliandro Appointed President. Loss of 1.7 million euros in 2024
NYK invests 76 billion yen in NYK Energy Ocean Corporation
Tokyo
The newco has taken over the activities of ENEOS Ocean
Decarbonisation of maritime transport will be faster in the EU and the US
DHL Acquires CRYOPDP
Bonn/Nashville
The company provides courier services for clinics and healthcare
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Over a million to the port companies of Livorno and Piombino to acquire green vehicles
Leghorn
The ranking for admission to the PNRR-Next Gen Eu contributions has been published
COSCO Shipping Development Co.'s container sales increased by +204.1% in 2024
Shanghai
The related turnover increased by +124.0%
The call for funding for the purchase of electric vehicles in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado has been published
Genoa
Yang Ming Buys Three New 8,000 TEU Containerships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Construction of a cruise ship for Regent Seven Seas Cruises begins in Marghera
Trieste
Fincantieri will deliver the unit in 2026
Federlogistica establishes operational offices in Spain and Brazil
Genoa
The aim is to go beyond theoretical cooperative relationships
Over a Ton of Cocaine Seized in the Port of Gioia Tauro
Reggio Calabria
If placed on the market it would have generated over 187 million euros
In 2024, the economic results of Interporto Padova reached record values
Padua
Revenues up +17%
Three ceremonies at the Saint-Nazaire shipyard for three new MSC Cruises ships
Geneva
New flagship "MSC World America" delivered
German railway company DB Cargo reduced losses in 2024
Berlin
Revenues down again. -9.0% drop in freight volumes
NovaAlgoma orders second 38,000 dwt cement carrier in China
Lugano
It will be taken over in 2027
Customs agreement between Italy and Brazil to facilitate trade
Brasilia
Mission of the Customs and Monopolies Agency in the South American nation
A team from La Spezia Container Terminal in Rotterdam to test advanced technologies
The Spice
ECT Hutchinson Ports Training Center Visited
The assembly of Genoese freight forwarders on Monday
Genoa
It will be held at the Palazzo della Borsa in Genoa
Assarmatori, in Italy the ferry segment cannot bear the burden of the EU ETS in a very fragile market situation
Brussels
Messina: Protecting shipping from the ideological excesses of the Green Deal
The website of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard has been renewed
Rome
It has become a single digital access point to documents and services
In 2024, inland waterway freight transport in Germany increased by +1.2%
Wiesbaden
The volume, at 173.8 million tonnes, is the second lowest since 1990.
APM Terminals Granted Port of New York - New Jersey Concession Renewal
New York
Contract for a period of 33 years. Investments of 500 million dollars are expected
Experimentation of crane automation has begun at the Interporto Padova terminal
Padua
The interport company awarded the "Industria Felix 2025 Award"
Container traffic in the port of Algeciras fell by -17.0% in February
Algeciras
Both import-export volumes and transhipment are decreasing
New cruise company Crescent Seas has been founded in Miami
Miami
The fleet, initially consisting of one ship from Regent Seven Seas Cruises, will grow to five units within the next five years
In 2024, the volume of vehicles transported by Wallenius Wilhelmsen's fleet decreased by -9.7%
Oslo
Traffic down on almost all global routes
Agreement between Assoporti and Assologistica and the Florida trade, transport and port authorities
Rome
It was signed today
In April a mission in Albania of The International Propeller Clubs - Italy
Genoa
It will take place on the 9th and 10th in Tirana and Durres
COSCO Shipping Ports revenues rose to a record $1.5 billion in 2024 (+3.3%)
Hong Kong
In the fourth quarter alone, a decrease of -3.0%
SO.RI.MA. (FHP group) granted a concession of an area of 125 thousand square meters in the port of Chioggia
Venice
Investments of 11.5 million euros expected over 25 years
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
The public meeting of the Italian Port Terminal Operators Association will be held in Rome on June 19th
Genoa
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Damen Mangalia Unionists Protest Friday Against Possible Closure
(The Romania Journal)
Govt. to woo top ten shipping liners in world for Colombo port expansion
(Daily Mirror)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo
Roma, 18 settembre 2024
››› File
Contship Italia’s intermodal network has been extended to the Gulf Terminal in La Spezia
Melzo
Connections with the inland terminals of Milan, Modena and Padua
Container traffic in the port of Valencia grew by +15.2% last month
Valencia
The overall volume of goods handled increased by +6.8%
The Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority obtains gender equality certification
Leghorn
It is the first Italian port authority to obtain this recognition
Container traffic growth weakens at ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach
Los Angeles/Long Beach
Last month, increases of +2.6% and +13.4% respectively were recorded
Assarmatori, the Italian government's position on the impact of the EU ETS on shipping and ports is good
Rome
Messina: fully understood the risks and distortions of European climate regulation
PSA Italy's Genoa port terminals awarded anti-corruption certification
Genoa
The UNI EN ISO 37001 standard defines the requirements for an effective anti-corruption management system
Assiterminal presents three projects for the sustainable transition of the Italian port sector
Rome
Work completed on docks 33 and 34 of the port of Civitavecchia
Civitavecchia
50,000 square meters of yards prepared
The completion and doubling of the Pontremolese is the dream-nightmare of the La Spezia port community
The Spice
Fontana: Money is not found when enormous resources are channeled into railway lines of dubious utility
Hanwha acquires 9.9% stake in shipbuilding company Austal
Sydney
Investment worth approximately 116 million US dollars
The European fleet is growing but competing fleets are growing at a faster rate
Brussels
Raptis (European Shipowners): investing ETS revenues in clean shipping technologies and fuels
Trasportounito has confirmed the national halt to the transport of goods
Rome
Proclaimed for the duration of five days from March 31st to April 4th
Container traffic in Hong Kong port increased by +9.1% in February
Hong Kong
However, for the second time in the last 25 years, cargo volume was below one million TEU.
Cargo traffic in Greek ports stable in Q3 2024
Piraeus
The increase in volumes transported on domestic routes has offset the decline in traffic with foreign countries
At the Vado Ligure container terminal a 21,000 teu container ship fully loaded
I go to Liguria
The 400-meter-long Cosco Shipping Nebula has landed
UIR proposes a permanent table for the development of intermodality
Verona
The main task is to build a project financing program.
Restructuring plan approved for Spanish company Armas Trasmediterránea
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Creditors' appeal rejected
The decline in cargo traffic at the port of Singapore worsened in February
Singapore
Containerized cargoes amounted to 27.4 million tons (-3.6%)
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