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Exim India web site
JULY 28, 2025
  • Transworld Group rebrands as "Transworld" to reflect expanded global vision
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  • India called on to desist from repeating Indonesia's mistakes in trade deal with US
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The Loadstar web site
JULY 25, 2025
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Marine Log web site
JULY 25, 2025
  • GT Wings wins £1M grant to advance AirWing jet sail technology
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Container News web site
JULY 25, 2025
  • Hamburg fleet advances toward climate neutrality
    Hamburg Fleet reinforces its role as an innovation driver in low-emission shipping through a consistent and forward-looking environmental strategy. At the heart of this approach is the electrification of the city's fleet of vessels. However, recognizing that not all vessels can be electrified with current technology, Hamburg Fleet is now trialling alternative low-emission fuels to further its zer
  • X-Press Feeders hit with US$1 billion damages for X-Press Pearl disaster
    Sri Lanka's courts have ordered X-Press Feeders to pay US$1 billion in compensation for the environmental damage resulting from the X-Press Pearl fire off Colombo in May 2021. The decision, announced on 24 July, has disappointed the Singapore-based company. The first instalment of US$250 million must be paid by 23 September 2025. By end-January 2026, another US$500 million should be paid, and the
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    The Port of Gdansk closed the first half of 2025 with robust operational and financial results, reinforcing its position as a key logistics hub in the Baltic Sea and Central and Eastern Europe. A total of 38.3 million tonnes of cargo were handled at the port's quays, marking a 0.4% increase compared to the same period in 2024. Net sales profitability reached 56%, and net profit surged by 40% year
  • Port of Great Yarmouth announces expansion
    The Port of Great Yarmouth is moving forward with an expansion of its Southern Terminal at the Outer Harbour, responding to rising demand from developers and construction firms engaged in major onshore and offshore infrastructure projects. The planned development includes the construction of an additional 350 metres of quay, a Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) ramp, a heavy lift pad, and approximately 10 h
  • Air Liquide commits to renewable hydrogen plant at Maasvlakte
    Air Liquide has reached the Final Investment Decision for the development of "ELYgator," a large-scale renewable hydrogen production facility to be built at the Maasvlakte conversion park in the Port of Rotterdam. The plant, based on a 200 MW electrolyzer, will use electricity from offshore wind farms in the North Sea to split water into hydrogen, marking a significant step toward the port's ambi
  • Yamna to develop green hydrogen and ammonia project
    YamnaCo has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the new and renewable energy Development Corporation of Andhra Pradesh, marking a significant advancement in its strategy to establish a large-scale green hydrogen and ammonia facility in India. The agreement, signed on 18 July 2025, outlines Yamna's commitment to developing a phased, grid-connected green ammonia project with a targeted capaci
  • How container shipping alliances are racing to digitize in 2025
    In 2025, the four dominant groupings of global container carriers are not just competing for market share. They're racing to digitize operations, optimize fleet movement, and future-proof themselves with technology-first strategies. This is the year when container shipping's future stopped being about bigger ships and became about smarter systems. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscr
  • Wärtsilä's launched advanced simulator for Malaysian maritime education
    Wärtsilä officially opened a new advanced simulation suite at the Akademi Laut Malaysia maritime training facility. ALAM operates as the educational division of Malaysia International Shipping Corporation Berhad, which is part of the Petronas group. The training facility is situated in Melaka, with views of the active Straits of Malacca. The implementation of Wärtsilä's cutting-edge simulator tec
  • KWE Obtains SBTi Validation for Greenhouse Gas Reduction Objectives
    Kintetsu World Express announces that the Science Based Targets initiative has validated its near-term and long-term net-zero science-based greenhouse gas reduction objectives. Established in 2015 through a collaborative effort between UNGC, WWF, WRI, and CDP, SBTi works to limit global average temperature increases from climate change to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. To accomplish this obje
  • Kuehne+Nagel increases market position in sea and air logistics during first half of 2025
    The Kuehne+Nagel Group delivered strong operational results in the first half of 2025, navigating various external headwinds successfully. Net revenue rose 8% year-over-year to CHF 12.5 billion, representing a 12% increase when accounting for currency fluctuations. EBIT reached CHF 744 million, while earnings totaled CHF 555 million. Volume growth was particularly notable in Air Logistics. First-
  • HD Hyundai initiates collaborative US shipbuilding venture
    HD Hyundai announced that representatives from its American shipbuilding partner, Edison Chouest Offshore, traveled to Korea to review comprehensive plans for the collaborative construction of container ships in the United States. A delegation of over 10 senior executives and engineers from ECO, headed by CEO Dino Chouest, visited Korea from Tuesday, July 22nd through Wednesday, July 23rd. Throug
  • MSC announced changes in EMUSA service
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  • Gebrüder Weiss strengthens El Paso operations
    Gebrüder Weiss has announced the relocation of its El Paso, Texas operations, marking an enhancement to its expanding presence across the southwestern United States. This strategic move supports the company's continued commitment to enabling cross-border commerce between the United States and Mexico. The company anticipated the trend toward nearshoring, and appointed industry expert Antonio Acuña
  • Post-Panamax boxship pair freed after changing hands from Russian owners
    Two Russian-owned post-Panamax container ships that were detained in Malta for three years, have been transferred to entities linked to German tonnage provider Hammonia Reederei. The 2006-built 8,204 TEU ships, formerly called MSC Bilbao and MSC Valencia, were detained since mid-2022, because of sanctions on their previous owner, Russian state-owned leasing company GTLK Joint Stock Company. This
  • AD Ports Group opens first office in China
    AD Ports Group has opened its first office in China. The new base in the Beijing-Tianjin region marks a major step in its global expansion. The office will lead the Group's investment and commercial activities across China and Asia. It also brings the Group closer to key partners, clients, and government bodies. Noatum Logistics, the Group's logistics arm, will run a commercial branch from the sa
  • Japan's shipbuilding actions targets US market with global ripples
    In a move poised to reshape global shipping dynamics, Japan has cast its anchor deep into the heart of the American shipbuilding industry. A sweeping $550 billion investment deal between Tokyo and Washington signed in tandem with a trade pact that slashed US tariffs on Japanese vehicles has opened the door to an unprecedented level of industrial collaboration between the two Pacific allies. At th
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  • Splash Wrap: Mines, mishaps, and Moscow
    Russian shipping news was a near-constant on Daily Splash - our free newsletter - throughout the week. A new port security decree that requires Federal Security Service (FSB) clearance for all foreign vessels created some tanker turmoil with a temporary halt on foreign oil tanker loadings at key Black Sea export hubs reported mid-week. The ...
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  • Sri Lanka's top court orders $1bn payout over X-Press Pearl disaster
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    Greece has dispatched a salvage vessel to the Red Sea in response to a spike in maritime attacks by Yemen's Houthi militants, including the recent sinkings of two Greek-operated bulk carriers. The deployment comes as part of emergency measures to protect seafarers and safeguard global trade routes, Greek shipping minister Vassilis Kikilias announced Thursday. The ...
  • Sea Legend launches China-Europe Arctic container service
    Niche Chinese liner Sea Legend Shipping is set to launch a direct container service between China and northern Europe via the Northern Sea Route (NSR). The new seasonal service, expected to begin in September, will offer an 18-day transit between East Asia and Europe-nearly halving the 30 to 50 days typically required via the Cape ...
  • Freight as a combination of science and art
    Willem Vermaat, shipping director at Heidelberg Materials Trading, shares his perspective on the intricacies of dry bulk shipping. What is the challenge in calculating freight? It's not rocket science, is it? Or is it perhaps a form of art? Fundamentally, freight is a simple equation; total expenses divided by cargo intake gives freight per metric ...

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Lloyd's List web site
JULY 25, 2025
  • Massive fraudulent flag operation linking over 20 separate fake sites uncovered
    A Lloyd's List investigation has revealed the connections between the rapidly growing number of fraudulent ship registries being used by...
  • Vitol seeks arrest of Iranian-owned, US-sanctioned VLGC Tinos I
    Lloyd's List began its investigation of Tinos 1 before it arrived on its maiden voyage to Houston in June 2024...
  • Green hydrogen can work for shipping despite industry woes, say analysts
    The IMO's carbon price and its huge net zero fund for subsidising green hydrogen-based e-fuels mean it can become a...
  • Refusing ports of refuge is NIMBYism at sea
    If littoral states aren't bound to offer ships assistance, they won't do so
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    Uncertainty is bad for trade, but so is certainty - if you are certain your cost of goods will be...
  • Pool claims looking benign so far this year
    International Group clubs are hoping for a return to the levels of 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 after last year's record deficit
  • X-Press Feeders handed $1bn fine for X-Press Pearl casualty
    Sri Lanka's supreme court has ordered the boxship's owner and charterer, which includes X-Press Feeders, to pay the first instalment...
  • The Daily View: The frozen north
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The Journal of Commerce web site
JULY 25, 2025
  • Trucking intelligence provider expands visibility product into drayage market
    GenLogs is offering data on shipper drayage volumes, available carriers and asset location at the Port of Miami as part of a broadening of its highway sensor-based platform.
  • Ocean frontloading cuts air freight demand on trans-Pacific
    The 90-day pause in tariffs was long enough for US importers to advance most of their cargo shipments by ocean, according to analysts.
  • Wave of Asian boxes to hit congested North Europe ports in August-September
    Double-digit demand is expected to continue through the third quarter on the Asia-Europe trades, piling more pressure on terminals that have been overstretched for months.

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TradeWinds web site
JULY 25, 2025
  • Bulker duo lock in period charters at rates below spot market
    Diana Shipping ultramax chartered by Cargill
  • African trade pulling in huge container ships shifted from other routes
    Asia to Africa trade accounted for nearly one-quarter of additional boxship capacity in past year
  • This is how to make green fuels bankable, says Decarb Hub boss
    Synch energy production and fuel procurement to advance maritime drive to net zero
  • 'Disappointed' X-Press Feeders weighs appeal after $1bn fine for boxship blaze
    Singapore owner considers legal options after judgment in Sri Lanka
  • UK clears path for $240m Kpler deal after competition probe closes
    Antitrust investigation began in April and has now cleared the final hurdle
  • Russia-linked ships among vessels turning away from sanctioned Indian refinery
    Nomadic aframax opts for different facility after Vadinar refinery was sanctioned
  • Minerva Marine joins feeder ordering frenzy with up to eight newbuildings
    Greek owner approaches two yards in China
  • Taylor Maritime boss Ed Buttery facing pay cut this year as dual CEO role comes to an end
    Bulker owner's chief executive banked $1.43m for latest financial year as bonus grew
  • 2020 Bulkers returns to the derivatives market to hedge earnings for two newcastlemaxes
    Shipowner has explored risk management through derivatives trades this year
  • Drone used to fly bunker fuel to ship in delivery 'first'
    Samples were landed on a vessel in Singapore
  • Crude tanker demand set for boost as US poised to renew Venezuela licences
    Boost for mainstream trade as oil companies to be granted new export permits
  • Bulker lost rudder at sea due to incorrect reassembly during dry-docking
    Taiwanese vessel narrowly avoided grounding off New Zealand as a result
  • VLGC rates hit $70,000 buoyed by strong demand, brokers say
    Firm chartering demand continues in Asia and the US
  • Shandong Shipping shifts bulker brace at auction amid frenzy of interest from buyers
    Kamsarmax pair went under the hammer on Friday for well in excess of their reserve prices
  • Drone used to deliver bunker fuel to ship in claimed first
    Samples of fuel were landed on a vessel in Singapore
  • Bomb threats prompt key Russian port to insist on ship hull checks before docking
    At least seven ships have been targeted after calling at Russian ports
  • 'Multibillion-dollar liquidity gap': New bunker financing platform launches in Singapore
    Digital bank GLDB and start-up 129Knots aim to address the liquidity crunch facing the marine fuel industry
  • Trafigura and Frontline venture completes first bunker delivery to tanker by drone
    Samples of fuel were landed on a vessel in Singapore
  • Bulker lost rudder at sea due to incorrect reassembly during drydocking
    Taiwanese vessel narrowly avoided grounding off New Zealand as a result
  • Bomb threats prompt key Russian port to insist that ships have their hulls checked before docking
    At least seven ships have been targeted after calling at Russian ports
  • Greek-owned ship taking on water after Crete grounding
    Fourteen seafarers brought safely on land with coastguard on standby
  • Taylor Maritime profit hit by $113m fleet revaluation
    London-listed owner sees ship values fall from historic highs in mid-2024
  • London Greek owner Helikon Shipping puts three bulkers up for sale
    Owner will be 'sorry to see' refurbished pair go, even though they are oldest in its fleet
  • Three killed after explosion rips through dredger in suspected mine blast
    Vessel believed to have hit a mine while on scheduled dredging work at the mouth of the river
  • X-Press Feeders hit with $1bn compensation bill for 'worst marine disaster' in Sri Lanka
    First instalment of $250m must be paid by 23 September
  • Lively auction sale proves there is still life left in older bulk carriers
    Chinese owner's veteran bulker attracts strong buying interest at online auction
  • Alternative financing platform for bunker industry launched in Singapore
    Digital bank GLDB and startup 129Knots say they aim to address the liquidity gap in the marine fuel industry
  • Long-haul hope for tankers as Japanese refiners look to cure Middle East crude addiction
    Importers turning more to the US to diversify supply in uncertain times
  • CK Line inks deal worth up to $92m for feeder container ships
    Chinese yard will delivery vessels in 2027

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American Shipper web site
JULY 25, 2025
  • Trade flows boost China, Europe ports while tariffs pain US gateways
    Despite U.S. tariff impacts, Drewry's Global Container Port Throughput Index rose modestly in May, but better year-on-year, indicating global trade flows are adjusting.
  • CMA CGM container vessel becomes largest under U.S. flag
    The CMA CGM Phoenix is the largest container ship to operate under U.S. colors after reflagging.

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