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International Transport Journal web site
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
  • Waterways open again
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  • Malaysia implements maritime single window at Port Klang
  • Europa Air & Sea reports strong growth
  • Law firm expands shipping practice
  • Expanding waste reduction efforts
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
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The Loadstar web site
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
  • Sanctions-busting forwarder jailed, while Europe 'ramps up the pressure'
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  • Electronic bills of lading a step closer with standardised framework
  • Walking the rumour tightrope - sale of Australia's TGE looks near
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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
  • Ulstein marks another milestone in build of Yard No. 320 CSOV
    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
  • Enterprise-Grade Security in AI Development
    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
  • What It's Like To Rent A luxury Porsche
    Elegant, beautiful, and efficient transport always takes your breath away and attracts the attention of others. Porsche is a legendary car that is on everyone's lips. That is why the Porsche hire Dubai service is becoming increasingly attractive for a unique trip. There are many reasons to choose such transport. It is a great option for business trips and meetings, friendly get-togethers, or a re
  • 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
  • Gebrüder Weiss expands logistics and transport services in Poland
    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
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
  • 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
    Jiangsu Dajin Heavy Industry has revealed that it entered into a section fabrication, general assembly, equipment installation, and commissioning contract for a 200-person jackup accommodation rig with Qinshi Jiamei Energy Technology. According to a statement made by Bestway Marine & Energy Technology, the owner of Dajin Heavy, the total contract value is RMB 57.5m ($$7.9m). ...
  • Container sector set to take biggest hit from US plans to charge Chinese-built vessels
    Shipping is reeling from what could be the most seismic decision to effect the industry yet in the opening weeks of Donald Trump's second term in office. The American president will make a decision, likely in around a month's time, on whether to carry out suggestions made by the office of the US Trade Representative ...
  • 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 ...
  • SeRenE and Megamas form JV to develop subsea cable vessels
    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
  • Vintage VLCC prices firm up
    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
  • Pioneering ammonia bunkering vessel project presses ahead
    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
    Your latest edition of Lloyd's List's Daily View - the essential briefing on the stories shaping shipping
  • US sanctions ripple to Qingdao as port operator drops firms from acquisition
    Qingdao port said it removed the two pipeline firms from the deal partly because bankruptcy proceedings for key customers were...
  • MOL Chemical Tankers to rebrand Fairfield under its own name from April 1
    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
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
  • 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.
  • From MAC to FGA: Access Control Evolution
    Learn how integrating MAC, DAC, RBAC, and FGA can strengthen your application's authorization
  • MPVs pass on steel frontloading surge as fleet concerns loom
    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.
  • Global shipper group 'bullish' on e-fuel tender bids from ocean carriers
    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
  • Italy's Augusta Due acquires tanker newbuilding as it begins fleet renewal
    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
  • TotalEnergies claims LNG fuelling first with cruise ship in Asia
    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
  • Fearnley Securities downgrades big car carrier names on contract fears
    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
    Insurer among the biggest gainers of the 12-strong group of protection and indemnity clubs
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    Handysize operator expects to remain profitable in 2025 but is 'cautious'
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    Yoki Firnandi one of several top executives of state-owned oil major detained on Monday
  • Strong newbuilding orders boost Bureau Veritas as classed fleet tops 12,000 ships
    CEO Hinda Gharbi hails 'excellent' 2024
  • Yangzijiang Shipbuilding shares tumble nearly 18% after US targets Chinese-built ships
    Shares of Chinese liner giants Cosco and OOCL are also trending downward
  • BP LNG carrier onsite and poised to ship first cargo from GTA FLNG project
    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'
  • Berge Bulk makes rare foray into secondhand market with Japanese VLOC buy
    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
  • Bulker caught up in cocaine seizure freed after 15 months
    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
  • MPC Container Ships predicts rate spike from Red Sea return as profit rises
    German feeder ship specialist sees opportunities and challenges in uncertain global markets
  • Awilco LNG markets one of two vessels in 'very challenging spot market'
    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
    But recent deals appear to show secondhand prices have slumped as vessels flood market
  • The big reveal: Just how large is actual demand for LNG bunkering?
    Huge market evolution on cards in next three years, adviser LansdowneMoritz says
  • Tech support and know-how: Synergy Marine steps up support for Mercy Ships to boost seafarer healthcare
    New collaboration will involve more technical help, medical consultations and awareness initiatives
  • Yangzijiang Shipbuilding's shares tumbled nearly 18% after US targets Chinese-built ships
    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?
  • Singapore shipbroking icon opens up on how Eastport Maritime broke the mould to grow a global footprint
    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
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
  • 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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ESPO: The EU Parliament's Budget Committee's request for more funding for transport, energy and infrastructure is welcome
Brussels
The importance of financing TEN-T networks to enable their adaptation for both military and civilian dual-use purposes was highlighted
Solidarity contribution for the families of port workers who are victims of accidents at work
Rome
It was established by the National Bilateral Port Authority
Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore Division Reports Record Quarterly Revenue
Neuilly-sur-Seine
New historical peak also for the classified fleet
PSA reportedly considering selling its 20% stake in Hutchison Ports
Singapore
This is according to "Reuters", which had already floated this hypothesis at the end of 2022
Federagenti, Italy must give a sharp acceleration to the projects of ZES, free zones and Special Logistics Zones
Rome
Pessina: There is no space for reflections prey to bureaucracy
In the first quarter of this year, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -5.8%.
Rotterdam
Both disembarkation (-3.1%) and embarkation (-11.9%) loads are decreasing
Increase in container cargo is not enough for the port of Antwerp-Bruges to avoid a -4.0% decline in quarterly traffic
Antwerp
The decline in liquid bulk cargoes worsened (-19.1%)
The China Shipowners' Association considers the measures taken by the US against Chinese ships a typical example of unilateralism and protectionism
Beijing/Washington
The WSC reiterates that such measures could undermine American trade, harm U.S. manufacturers, and undermine efforts to strengthen the nation's maritime industry.
COSCO Expresses Strong Opposition to US Planned Taxes on Chinese Ships
Growing share of new entrants in European rail transport sector
Madrid
In 2023, rail freight transport performance decreased by -8%
New Chinese Ship Taxes That Will Only Raise Prices for Americans
Washington
The executive vice president of the US Chamber of Commerce denounced it
Tax amounts set for China-linked vessels arriving at US ports
Washington
Calculated on the basis of net capacity or container volume, they will be applied from October and will be progressively increased
International tender launched to award concession for new Casablanca port shipyard
Casablanca
It is the largest in Africa and has been unused since 2019
Federlogistica, the industry must stop approaching logistics only in terms of costs
Genoa
Falteri: a national control room composed of representatives of the logistics sector and industrial groups is necessary
ABB closes positive first quarter even if revenue growth is lower than expected
Zurich
Wierod: Our consolidated local-for-local approach protects us from the trade war
New global minimum wage deal for seafarers
Geneva
The level will rise to $690 from January 1, 2026 to reach $704 from 2027 and $715 from 2028.
Global trade in goods could fall by -1.5% this year
Geneva
WTO predicts. Okonjo-Iweala: Persistent uncertainty threatens to slow global growth, with serious negative consequences for the world
In 2023, around two-thirds of all goods moved in the EU were transported by sea.
Luxembourg
In the period 2013-2023, only the share of road transport increased, while that of other modes decreased.
Postal shipments of goods from Hong Kong to the US suspended
Hong Kong
Hongkong Post faces exorbitant and unreasonable tariffs due to unjustified and intimidating actions of the United States
Confitarma highlights the need for the decarbonisation strategy not to penalise shipping compared to other modes
Rome
Zanetti: also ensure that the implementation process takes into account the operational needs of the industry
Intercargo and Intertanko raise concerns over shipping decarbonisation deal
London
The complexity of the measure adopted by the IMO and the unusual procedure from which non-governmental organizations were excluded were highlighted
Pirate attacks on ships to spike in first quarter of 2025
Pirate attacks on ships to spike in first quarter of 2025
London
Sharp increase in incidents in the Singapore Straits
Interferry welcomes IMO agreement on decarbonisation of shipping, but finds strategy too complex
Victoria/Piraeus
Greek Shipowners' Association disappointed by failure to recognise essential role of transition fuels such as LNG
International Labour Organization Recognizes Seafarers as Key Workers
London
ITF and ICS: a historic moment
CMA CGM to acquire 35% of Egypt's October Dry Port
Cairo
The company operates a dry port in the industrial and logistics zone near Cairo
MSC Group's TiL to Take Full Control of Hutchison Ports Terminals
New York
Bloomberg reports this, specifying that the Panamanian terminals would be jointly managed with BlackRock
Draft regulation on decarbonisation of shipping approved by MEPC includes mandatory fuel standard and pricing of greenhouse gas emissions
London/Washington/Brussels
The establishment of a Fund to collect resources deriving from the pricing of emissions is foreseen
MIT indicates Matteo Paroli as new president of the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado
Rome/La Spezia
The La Spezia port community also requests a name for the Eastern Liguria Port Authority
Task force of five associations for the relaunch of Italian rail cargo
Rome
Initiative by Agens, Assoferr, Assologistica, Fercargo and Fermerci
Confitarma underlines the importance of the shipping decarbonisation strategy being defined at IMO
Rome
The Italian Confederation specifies that it shares some of the USA's concerns
WSC Reiterates Trump's Measures for National Maritime Industry Are Bad for U.S. Economy
Washington
Kramek: Ready to support the administration with constructive proposals
Fincantieri and Accenture establish joint venture Fincantieri Ingenium
Trieste/Milan
The aim is to drive the digital transformation of the ship product and port logistics
Meyer Werft has delivered the new luxury cruise ship Asuka III to NYK Cruises
Papenburg/Emden
It has a capacity of 744 passengers and 470 crew members
As Trump formalizes measures to revitalize America's maritime industry, the nation's ports face a dramatic decline in traffic
Washington/Geneva
Okonjo-Iweala (WTO): With the escalation of trade tensions between the US and China, the exchange of goods between the two economies could decrease up to 80%
CK Hutchison denies allegations of breach of concession contract for Panamanian ports of Cristóbal and Balboa
Panama
Panama Ports Company emphasizes that it has complied with all legal obligations and contractual commitments
US Does Not Participate in IMO Negotiations on Shipping Decarbonization, Threatens Reciprocal Measures
London
Expressed opposition to any attempt to impose economic measures on ships based on greenhouse gas emissions or fuel choice
T&E urges MEPC to agree clear and ambitious measures to decarbonise shipping
Brussels
It is necessary - the association underlines - to set binding objectives
Meyer Yachts will build an ultra-luxury residential mega yacht for Ulyssia Residences
Miami
The ship will be 320 meters long and will be built at the Papenburg shipyard
Le Aziende informano
Il retrofit ibrido-elettrico di ABB guida i traghetti dei laghi italiani verso un futuro più sostenibile
Neapolitan Grimaldi Group wins $1.3 billion order for nine ro-pax ships
Neapolitan Grimaldi Group wins $1.3 billion order for nine ro-pax ships
Helsinki/Naples
Order at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard (Weihai)
Viking orders two cruise ships from Fincantieri with option for two additional units
Los Angeles/Trieste
The two ships under construction in Ancona for the American brand will be the first in the world to be powered by hydrogen stored on board
Federlogistica, the possible collapse of road transport is a risk for the country
Genoa/Modena
Ruote Libere reports that the government only needs to allocate a little money to avoid having to deal with the real problems of road hauliers
Second edition of the European Maritime Transport Environmental Report published
Lisbon/Copenhagen
The new report indicates that promising progress has been made in several areas
WSC, MEPC must provide clear measures to decarbonise shipping this week
Washington
Wood-Thomas: It is not possible that these decisions can be postponed to guidelines developed in two years
Konecranes revenues increased by +7.7% in the first three months of 2025
Helsinki
343 million euros of new orders for port vehicles (+37.5%)
Kuehne+Nagel posts first quarter of growth
Schindellegi
The logistics group's net sales amounted to 6.33 billion Swiss francs (+14.9%)
Application by TDT (Grimaldi group) for the construction and management of 50% of the Terminal Darsena Europa in Livorno
Leghorn
The company has requested an extension of the duration of the current concession
In 2024, 58 million invested in the modernization of the ports of Livorno, Piombino and the island of Elba
Leghorn
The final budget and the annual report of the AdSP have been approved
EIB advice to strengthen climate resilience of the ports of Volos, Alexandroupolis and Patras
Luxembourg
It will assist port authorities in identifying and managing climate risks
In the first quarter the port of Valencia handled 1.3 million containers (+3.4%)
Valencia
Transhipment traffic decline
The Management Committee of the Central Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has unanimously approved the 2024 financial statement
Naples
SOS LOGistica will acquire the qualification of Third Sector Entity
Milan
The association currently has 74 members
In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in the ports of Barcelona and Algeciras decreased
Barcelona/Algeciras
Hupac transfers intermodal service with Padua to Novara
Noise
Until now the other terminal was the one in Busto Arsizio
PSA SECH has operated the first 400-meter train at Parco Ferroviario Rugna
Genoa
Capacity up to 20 pairs of trains per day
The 2024 financial statement of the Eastern Liguria Port Authority was unanimously approved
The Spice
The war clearance preparatory to the expansion of the Ravano Terminal in La Spezia is nearing completion
The Spice
The AdSP has invested over 600 thousand euros in it
Francesco Rizzo appointed president of the AdSP of the Strait
Rome
He has repeatedly denounced the uselessness of the construction of the bridge over the Strait
US aircraft attack Yemeni port of Ras Isa
Tampa/Beirut
38 dead and over a hundred injured
In 2025 Stazioni Marittime predicts an increase in ferry and cruise traffic in the port of Genoa
MIT Mobility Report Highlights Rising Demand for Both Passengers and Freight
Rome
In the first quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports decreased by -5.6%
St. Petersburg
Both dry goods (-5.3%) and liquid bulk (-5.8%) are decreasing
Andrea Giachero confirmed as president of Spediporto
Genoa
The board of directors of the association of Genoese freight forwarders has also been renewed for the three-year period 2025-2028
Study for monitoring vehicular traffic in the ports of Venice and Chioggia
Milan
Order awarded to Circle and Arelogik
In Italy, the rail freight transport sector is in deep trouble
Geneva
Fermerci calls for making traffic incentives structural and increasing and for refinancing the incentive for the purchase of locomotives and wagons
Global Maritime Forum report on optimising ship calls to reduce emissions
Copenhagen
Virtual arrival and just-in-time arrival approaches proposed
In the first quarter of this year, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +15.5%
Joy Taurus
Construction of the "Dockworker’s House" has begun
GNV has taken delivery of the second of four new ro-pax vessels in China
Genoa
"GNV Orion" will be able to accommodate 1,700 passengers and transport up to 3,080 linear metres of cargo
After ten quarters of decline, container traffic in the port of Hong Kong returns to growth
Hong Kong
In the first three months of this year 3.39 million TEUs were handled (+2.1%)
Fincantieri acquires stake in WSense
Rome
The ninth FREMM unit "Spartaco Schergat" delivered to the Italian Navy
The new edition of the Practical Manual of Maritime Traffic has been presented
Genoa
Written by Assagenti, it turns fifty
Container traffic at the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles increased by 26.6% and 5.2% in the first quarter
Long Beach/Los Angeles
Trump's tariffs impact imminent
In the first three months of 2025, the port of Singapore handled 10.5 million containers (+5.8%)
Singapore
In weight, containerized traffic recorded a decrease of -1.4%
Regulations signed for LNG bunkering at Fincantieri shipyard in Genoa
Genoa
Define the methods of transferring fuel from ship to ship
Historic shipbuilding brands Uljanik and 3.Maj on the verge of extinction
Zagreb
The State confirms its intention to sell the shipbuilding activities at the two sites of Pula and Rijeka
Cambiaso Risso has completed the acquisition of the French Somecassur
Genoa
The transalpine company specializes in the insurance of super and mega yachts
New weekly train service between the port of Gioia Tauro and Verona
Joy Taurus/Verona
Operated by Medlog for the transport of refrigerated goods
EBRD looking for strategic partner for development of Moldovan river port of Giurgiulesti
London
International competition launched
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Turkish ports set new first-quarter cargo traffic record
Ankara
Historic peak of cargo imported from abroad
In the first quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +37.6%
Taranto
Increase of 854 thousand tons of solid bulk and 265 thousand tons of conventional goods
DEME buys Havfram, a company that installs offshore wind farms
Second Right/Washington
Transaction worth approximately 900 million euros
Rail transport of convoys for Rome Metro started from Reggio Calabria
Rome
Contract awarded by Hitachi Rail to Mercitalia Rail
In 2024, the volumes handled by Magli Intermodal Service decreased by -2%
Rezzato
Turnover stable
Yang Ming records first decline in turnover in March after 14 months of growth
Keelung/Taipei
Evergreen and WHL revenue growth continues
The European Commission has approved the acquisition of Germany's Schenker by Denmark's DSV
Brussels
The impact on competition in the markets in which the two companies operate is considered limited
Fincantieri - Kayo Agreement to Promote the Development of the Shipbuilding and Naval Industry in Albania
Trieste
Possible creation of a hub for shipbuilding and refitting in the region
Recent slight reduction in logistics costs for new factory vehicles
Brussels
Montaresi (AdSP Liguria Orientale) awarded with the "Port Oscar"
Miami
The event has reached its eighteenth edition
In the first three months of 2025, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +9.3%
Hong Kong
Revenues up +16.8%
The AdSP of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas wins in appeal against Zen Yacht
Joy Taurus
Company ordered to pay back rent
A large shipment of cocaine was seized in the port of Livorno
Leghorn
Two tons of drugs identified by Customs and Financial Police personnel
Navantia renews agreement with American cruise group Royal Caribbean
Miami
To date, the Cadiz shipyard has carried out maintenance, repair and refurbishment work on 45 of the group's ships.
Record cruise traffic expected in Italian ports this year
Miami
Cemar believes that growth will not stop even in 2026
HII-HHI Agreement to Accelerate US and South Korean Naval Production
National Harbor
The aim is to strengthen the naval industrial base of the two nations.
Panama Ports Company Accused of Violating Terms of Concession Agreement
Panama
Panama's Auditor General announced the filing of criminal charges
Colombo West International Terminal has become operational
Ahmedabad
It has a traffic capacity of 3.2 million TEUs
The conference "New sustainable marine fuels - Decarbonize Shipping" will be held in Genoa on Monday
Genoa
The new multifunctional border control structure PCF - PED/PDI Point completed in the port of Gioia Tauro
Joy Taurus
"Artificial Intelligence Comes to Port" Conference in Rome on Friday
Rome
It is promoted by the National Union of Port Enterprises
MSC Group's new cruise terminal inaugurated in Miami
Miami
It can accommodate three large ships at the same time
In February, traffic in the port of Ravenna increased by +2.1%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo increases, miscellaneous cargo declines
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
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 conference "New sustainable marine fuels - Decarbonize Shipping" will be held in Genoa on Monday
Genoa
It will take place at the headquarters of the Port Authority of Genoa
"Artificial Intelligence Comes to Port" Conference in Rome on Friday
Rome
It is promoted by the National Union of Port Enterprises
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Proposed 30% increase for port tariffs to be in phases, says Loke
(Free Malaysia Today)
Damen Mangalia Unionists Protest Friday Against Possible Closure
(The Romania Journal)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo
Roma, 18 settembre 2024
››› File
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
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
Francesco Beltrano is the new general secretary of Uniport
Rome
He takes over from Paolo Ferrandino, who will continue to collaborate as a consultant
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
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