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Exim India web site
JANUARY 29, 2025
  • Key government officials to grace CONquest 2025 - Business Forum and Northern India Multimodal Logistics Awards 2025 in New Delhi
  • New service at Kandla Container Terminal to boost coastal trade
  • DGFT launches enhanced Certificate of Origin 2.0 System; designed to simplify the certification process for exporters and enhance trade efficiency
  • 'We expect continued thrust on capital expenditure for physical and digital infrastructure and emphasis on port infrastructure development'
  • CONCOR highlights benefits of e-Filing System for commercial and terminal operations
  • Containers the driving force behind Port of Antwerp-Bruges' total throughput growth in 2024
  • DGTR initiates anti-dumping probe into PVC resin imports from EU, Japan
  • Schedule reliability in 2024 largely within 50%-55%
  • Finished steel imports from China soar by 13 pc in April-Dec.
  • Tajikistan exploring Chabahar for trade links with India, Gulf, Indian Ocean region
  • BLR Airport handles 17 pc more cargo in CY 2024
  • 'We hope to see measures to expedite e-commerce clearances and simplify cross-border online transactions': Gregory Goba Ble, Head of UPS India and Director of MOVIN Express
  • Air India to restart flights to Israel amid ceasefire in Gaza
  • Air Cargo Club of Delhi holds grand Founders Day Annual Ball

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International Transport Journal web site
JANUARY 29, 2025
  • Improved facility doubles rail capacity
  • Throughput growing in Antwerp-Bruges
  • Geodis growing near Paris
  • Ethiopian Airlines re-certified under CEIV Pharma
  • New sales director for CargoCast
  • ONE launches rail/sea connections
  • ECMC cranes for precise sub-sea handling
  • Keeping cool with CO2
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Kinaxia fortifies senior team
  • Aquaculture and whales
  • Extreme weather disrupts European riverine transport
  • Transfreight now works with Palletways in Switzerland

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The Loadstar web site
JANUARY 28, 2025
  • Maersk dismisses fears over capacity constraints at key Gemini port
  • Crew abandons Chinese feeder vessel on fire in the Red Sea
  • Air cargo: yields and friction up, but demand slowing, as trade 'rebalances'
  • Chinese New Year rush and threat of tariffs leaves box ports congested
  • The US Line: DSV template - building world leadership from humble origins
  • More industrial unrest in Bangladesh, more opportunity for India
  • Bernstein: 'Worry on the waves' ahead of Europe's earnings season
  • India needs to get market-ready - fashionably quickly
  • Crime gangs using fake security seals to access China-to-US containers
  • 'Organic growth and selective acquisitions' the way forward for ID Logistics
  • Congestion at box ports still plaguing Europe's inland waterways

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Marine Log web site
JANUARY 28, 2025
  • Harbor Breeze awards AAM contract for CARB-compliant passenger vessel
    Long Beach, Calif.-headquartered Harbor Breeze Cruises has selected Bellingham, Wash., shipbuilder All American Marine (AAM) a contract to design and construct a 108-foot parallel hybrid passenger vessel that will exceed U.S. EPA
  • 9 indicted in massive West Coast ports counterfeit smuggling case
    Federal law enforcement has arrested eight of nine defendants charged in an indictment alleging a conspiracy among logistic companies' executives, warehouse owners and truck drivers to smuggle hundreds of millions of dollars'
  • Sola designated Chairman of Federal Maritime Commission
    President Donald J. Trump has designated Louis E. "Lou" Sola to serve as the Chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC). Chairman Sola has served as a Commissioner of the FMC since

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Container News web site
JANUARY 28, 2025
  • WACO System selects ABC Cargo Logistic as Colombia representative
    WACO System has announced the appointment of ABC Cargo Logistic as its representative in Colombia, further bolstering its network across South America. Operating from offices located in all major Colombian ports, ABC Cargo Logistic provides a wide range of freight and logistics solutions, including ground, sea, and air freight services, as well as comprehensive customs brokerage. "ABC Cargo Logis
  • Port of Aarhus proceeds with shore power project
    Denmark's Port of Aarhus has an onshore power plant on its way to container ships, which will be the first of its kind in the country. According to a new agreement, the onshore power plant will be supplied by Danish PowerCon. "We are pleased that we can once again collaborate with PowerCon to establish a shore power facility. It will reduce both noise and local particle pollution caused by ships
  • CMA CGM applies overweight surcharge from Med to East Africa
    Marseille-based container line CMA CGM will implement an overweight surcharge (OWS) from the Mediterranean to East Africa, effective from 24 January until further notice. The surcharge applies to dry cargo transported from the West Mediterranean, East Mediterranean and Adriatic region to East African ports. The charge has been set at US$200 per 20' dry container with a gross weight of 22 tons or
  • Portsmouth International Port launches LNG bunkering for cleaner sailings
    Portsmouth takes a significant step towards a cleaner future with its first LNG bunkering transfer at the port. Saint-Malo, the first of two new electric-hybrid ships from Brittany Ferries set to operate from the city, received LNG fuel from the Optimus, a bunkering barge operated by Titan Clean Fuels. Earlier this month, Titan was granted a permit to conduct LNG bunkering operations at Portsmout
  • Port of Savannah adds four electric ship-to-shore cranes
    On 25 January, the Port of Savannah received four new electric ship-to-shore cranes, increasing its fleet at Ocean Terminal to eight Super Post Panamax cranes, all designed by the Finnish port equipment manufacturer Konecranes. Once fully operational and after the completion of berth construction, the eight ship-to-shore cranes at Ocean Terminal will be able to handle two vessels simultaneously.
  • Yangpu Port Develops into Strategic Asset for China
    As the shipping industry is about to enter into a new phase, China's Yangpu Port seems poised to become a major international hub that not only serves China but also has a substantial impact on global maritime trade dynamics. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container
  • December Schedule Reliability Slips, with Maersk Leading Ahead of Alliance Reshuffle
    Danish maritime data analysis firm Sea-Intelligence has published the latest Global Liner Performance (GLP) report, presenting schedule reliability data through December 2024. This summary highlights the key global trends from the report, which covers performance metrics across 34 trade lanes and over 60 carriers. In December 2024, global schedule reliability declined by 0.9 percentage points mon
  • Grain shipments to China drop over 50% amid low demand
    "In January, grain shipments to China are estimated to fall 51% y/y, partly due to a decline in import demand for soya beans caused by low crusher margins. Although Chinese soya bean production decreased 1% y/y in 2024, inventories are high after a surge in imports in the first half of the year. Import demand for maize and wheat has also declined due to record high harvests in China in 2024," sta
  • Hapag-Lloyd launches South East India - Europe Express service
    Hapag-Lloyd has announced a rotation change in its South East India - Europe Express (IEX) service, set to commence in mid-March. As part of this update, Hapag-Lloyd will adjust its German port of call, replacing Bremerhaven with Hamburg (CTA). The updated service rotation will be as follows: Rotterdam (Netherlands) -> London Gateway (United Kingdom) -> Hamburg (Germany) -> Tangier (Morocco) -> C
  • Maersk explores new contract clauses for Gemini customers
    Danish carrier Maersk Line has said it is looking at commercial clauses and including penalties in contracts for Gemini Cooperation contracts. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container News .
  • CMA CGM and COSCO up capacity on MEDEX service as Hapag-Lloyd departs
    CMA CGM and COSCO Shipping Lines are increasing capacity on their joint Mediterranean-Middle East-Indian Subcontinent (MEDEX) service as Hapag-Lloyd is withdrawing from the service with the start of Gemini Cooperation on 1 February. Alphaliner stated that CMA CGM, COSCO and the latter's subsidiary OOCL have upgraded the service, with 10 ships from the French carrier, two by COSCO and one by OOCL.
  • DP World, NSW Ports invest US$250 million to boost Botany's rail capacity
    DP World and NSW Ports are jointly investing US$250 million to expand the rail terminal at Port Botany in Sydney, enhancing its logistics capabilities and solidifying the city's role as a key hub for international trade. NSW Ports is contributing US$92 million to the new facility project that will serve both the Container Terminal and the Logistics Park, a prime example of the global trend of pla
  • Port of Corpus Christi sets record with 206.5 million tons in 2024
    The Port of Corpus Christi set a new record in 2024, moving 206.5 million tons of cargo through the Corpus Christi Ship Channel. This milestone was driven by increases in crude oil and dry bulk commodities, including agricultural products. "The commitment of Port of Corpus Christi customers to deliver American energy and essential goods to our trading partners and allies around the world reinforc
  • Rising risks to inland waterways: Climate resilience needed
    The previous year was the hottest on record globally, with reinsurer Swiss Re reporting natural catastrophe losses exceeding US$100 billion for the fifth consecutive year. According to the Financial Times , 37 extreme weather events in the prior year resulted in losses exceeding US$1 billion each. Projections indicate that insured losses could potentially double within the next decade. In Europe,
  • Hapag-Lloyd revamps Egypt-Europe service network
    German box line Hapag-Lloyd has announced the redesign of its Adriatic Sea Express (ADX) service, which connects Egypt with Italian ports. End of March, Hapag-Lloyd will start its updated Adriatic Sea Express (ADX) service, complementing the Gemini Network's SE1 service between Egypt's Port Said and the ports of Koper and Rijeka. The full port coverage of ADX and SE1 services are as follows: If y
  • CMA CGM announces congestion surcharge in Namibia
    French ocean carrier CMA CGM has announced the implementation of a Port Congestion Surcharge (PCS) in response to the current situation in Namibia. The surcharge will take effect on 1 February and remain in place until further notice. For shipments between Namibia and the United States, Latin America, and Australia, the surcharge will come into effect on 25 February. The surcharge will apply to a
  • What Homeowners Need to Know About Shipping a Mobile Home
    One of the most significant benefits of a mobile or portable home is that it can be moved to a new location with just a bit of careful planning and preparation. Mobile homeowners can enjoy that they don't need to settle in one place, especially when it comes to recreational vehicles. Some mobile homes, like a manufactured home or a trailer, require a bit of extra work to move to a new location. B

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Splash web site
JANUARY 28, 2025
  • Fire forces crew to abandon boxship in Red Sea
    A Hong Kong-flagged boxship exploded and caught fire in the Red Sea, some 226 km northwest of Hodeidah, Yemen. In the early hours of the morning on Tuesday, the 1,930-teu, 2022-built ASL Bauhinia boxship caught fire in the southern Red Sea. The vessel is owned by Shanghai-based Asean Seas Line. The all-Chinese-crewed vessel was on ...
  • Arriva adds to bulker orderbook in China
    Norway's Arriva Shipping has continued its fleet renewal drive with a fresh battery hybrid bulker newbuilding order in China. The Sindre Matre-led company has contracted Jiangsu Soho Marine Heavy Industry to see the 8,000 dwt vessel delivered in the third quarter of 2026. The newbuild will be a sister vessel of the company's Nor Viking ...
  • OKI's AI-driven technology to classify ships using underwater sounds
    Japanese information and telecommunication expert OKI has developed a ship classification AI system technology which automatically classifies ship types through deep learning of underwater sounds. This technology makes it possible to continuously and automatically acquire ship classification data, even in environments such as busy ports with high ship traffic and at night, when visual identificat
  • d'Amico boosts owned fleet with LR1 purchase option
    Milan-listed product tanker owner and operator d'Amico International Shipping (DIS) has snapped up another leased vessel. The Carlos di Mottola-led company has declared a purchase option on the 2019-built LR1 Cielo di Houston costing about $26.5m. The Hyundai Mipo Vietnam-built 74,999 dwt unit has been on bareboat charter from Tokyo Century Corporation, which picked up ...
  • Icon Offshore to become Lianson Fleet Group
    Malaysian OSV owner Icon Offshore has secured shareholders' approval to change its name to Lianson Fleet Group (LFG) as it sets sights on significant fleet expansion. Last year, the Bursa Malaysia listed firm with around 20 OSVs struck a deal that will see it adding 40 vessels, the majority of which from Yinson's founder and ...
  • Seacon snaps up seven Baltic Shipping bulkers
    China's Seacon Shipping has expanded its fleet through a €63.7m ($66.5m) deal for seven modern mini bulkers. The Hong Kong-listed company said in a filing it had purchased the Baltic Fin, Baltic Grain, Baltic Moon, Baltic Wind, Baltic Steel, Baltic Sun and the Baltic Split from Baltic Shipping at $9.1m each. The 3,800-3,900 dwt vessels ...
  • Tidal Transit forms South Korean offshore wind partnership
    UK-based supplier of purpose-design crew transfer vessels (CTVs) Tidal Transit has signed a memorandum of understanding with Britoil Offshore Services and Sky Offshore to develop, fund, build and operate offshore support vessels for the South Korean offshore wind industry. South Korea has made significant progress in the development of its offshore sector and has set ...
  • CMB.TECH banks $46.5m from triple sale
    Antwerp-based owner and operator CMB.TECH has offloaded three of its vessels, securing a profit of $46.52m. The Saverys family-led group is shipping out the 2007-built suezmax tanker Cap Lara in a deal that will bring in a capital gain of $18.77m. The 2007 Samsung-built 158,826 dwt will be delivered to an undisclosed buyer in the ...
  • Baltic states call for new rules to tackle shadow fleet threat
    The Bulgarian owner at the centre of a new cable cutting incident in the Baltic has denied its ship deliberately carried out the latest damage to subsea infrastructure in the region, something analysts are disputing while politicians discuss clamping down further on ships leaving Russia. The Swedish Prosecution Authority seized the 32,200 dwt, Navibulgar-owned bulker ...
  • Penta-Ocean hires Seatrium for construction of offshore wind heavy lift vessel
    Singapore shipyard group Seatrium has been awarded a contract from Japan-based Penta-Ocean Construction (POC) to construct a heavy lift vessel set to operate in the Japanese offshore wind market. This will be the fifth and largest vessel to be added to POC's fleet, enabling them to undertake larger wind turbine projects. The vessel will be ...
  • COSCO readies $1.1bn tanker investment
    The tanker division of the world's largest shipowner is readying $1.1bn for its newbuilding programme. COSCO Shipping Energy Transportation is issuing RMB8bn worth of A shares to raise cash to build three aframaxes, six VLCCs and two LNG carriers. The aframaxes will be built by sister firm COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry (Yangzhou), while all the ...
  • Navantia completes Harland & Wolff buy-out
    Spain's Navantia has completed its buy-out of the UK's Harland & Wolff, securing jobs at four yards in Northern Ireland, England and Scotland. "By combining Harland & Wolff's proud heritage and facilities with Navantia's global expertise in defence, maritime and renewable energy, we are creating an exceptional platform for growth," said Ricardo Dominguez, chairman of ...
  • Is AI about to replace charterers?
    James Peacock, who leads product development at XMAR, tackles an issue likely to be one of the talking points at this year's Geneva Dry. Chartering has always been a balancing act of relationships, instinct, and expertise. With artificial intelligence (AI) making waves in every industry, it's fair to ask: could machines ever take over the ...
  • Stolt-Nielsen buys Golar's stake in Avenir LNG
    Stolt-Nielsen has bought out Golar LNG's stake in Avenir LNG for $40m. Commenting on the transaction, Udo Lange, CEO of Stolt-Nielsen, said: "This strategic move not only strengthens our position in the LNG sector but also underscores our commitment to pursuing more sustainable energy solutions for the maritime, industrial, and power generation markets. I am ...
  • Geneva Dry: 90 days to go
    There's just 90 days to go until the second edition of Geneva Dry, the world's premier commodities shipping conference, with organisers urging people thinking about signing up to do so quickly to avoid disappointment. At last year's inaugural event, organisers were forced to issue a 'Sold Out' sign weeks ahead of the summit, and while ...
  • Anthony Veder buys ethylene carrier from ADNOC
    Dutch owner Anthony Veder has bought the Yas, a 9,000 cu m ethylene carrier from Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) for an undisclosed price, renaming it Coral Palmata. The gas carrier addition takes Anthony Veder's fleet to 29 ships. Jan Valkier, CEO of Anthony Veder, said: "We are very proud to serve our customers ...
  • Port Botany set for major rail upgrade
    DP World and NSW Ports are co-investing A$400m ($250m) to extend the rail terminal at Port Botany in Sydney to double

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Lloyd's List web site
JANUARY 28, 2025
  • D'Amico steams ahead with chartered-in tonnage acquisitions
    Italy's d'Amico International Shipping is pushing ahead with its plans to acquire chartered-in tonnage. The company announced Monday that it...
  • Seanergy clinches two more Japanese capesize acquisitions
    Greece-based owner expands fleet to 21 big bulkers as spin-off United Maritime announces $15m sale of original Seanergy drop-down 'Gloriuship'
  • Eagle S insurance questions go unanswered as detained cable-cutting tanker 'loses $70,000 daily'
    Russia-trading dark fleet tanker has incurred $2m in losses since it was seized by authorities in Finland on December 26...
  • Eight charged for LA and Long Beach smuggling operation
    The indictment alleges a conspiracy among logistics company executives, warehouse owners and truck drivers to smuggle hundreds of millions of...
  • Slow but steady renewal round sees P&I clubs make rate hikes stick
    Chinese New Year and owner hesitancy could hold things up
  • DP World makes $250m investment at Port Botany
    Dubai-based DP World is making the investment alongside NSW Ports, which manages the key Australian container port
  • Backhaul shippers to bear brunt of Red Sea return
    Supply chain disruption looks inevitable when liner services finally reroute back through the Suez Canal, but it is the Europe-Asia...
  • Arctic black carbon debate stuck in viscous detail
    The IMO's hopes of completing its work on black carbon this year have been dashed, but green groups say slow...
  • Capital Clean Energy Carriers' up to $75m offer for fleet roll-out
    Evangelos Marinakis-controlled owner intends using the proceeds for vessel acquisitions
  • Stolt-Nielsen buys out fellow stakeholders in Avenir LNG
    Stolt-Nielsen has agreed to acquire the Avenir LNG shares held by fellow owners Golar LNG and Aequitas. Following the transaction's...
  • Maritime convention scrutinised to arrest dark fleet dangers for coastal states
    While a new academic paper argues coastal states should not wait for a disaster to happen, NorthStandard's Mike Salthouse warns...
  • Asean Seas Line-owned containership adrift in Gulf of Aden following cargo fire
    The 1,800 teu ASL Bauhinia is understood to have reported a fire in its cargo of containers and is drifting...
  • Tanker value declines attracting more buyers to sale and purchase market
    Price adjustments in the suezmax and medium-range segments have created attractive entry points for buyers which had previously been priced...
  • Singapore Strait armed robbery wave continues into 2025
    Seven incidents of armed robbery against vessels in either the Strait of Malacca or Singapore Strait have been reported to...
  • The Daily View: Enemy actions
    Your latest edition of Lloyd's List's Daily View - the essential briefing on the stories shaping shipping
  • Carriers walk rate tightrope as Red Sea unknowns linger through 2025
    Blank sailings, alliance reshuffling, port congestion and uncertainties surrounding Trump-era tariffs are expected to cushion the blow from a return...
  • Seacon buys seven Baltic Shipping bulkers to grow controlled fleet
    While maintaining shipmanagement as its core business, Seacon has been actively expanding its controlled fleet
  • Daily Briefing
    Owners withdraw vintage tankers from sale on 'dark fleet' concerns | Shipping starts to test Red Sea waters | Bad...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JANUARY 28, 2025
  • Senate confirms Sean Duffy as Secretary of Transportation
    The former Wisconsin congressman and Fox Business host was confirmed by a 77-22 vote on Tuesday.
  • Trans-Pacific carriers determined to win higher contract rates this year: sources
    Liners believe they left money on the table in 2024-25 service contracts, sources tell the Journal of Commerce, and are putting up opening quotes about 25% higher than a year ago in their initial talks with customers.
  • From MAC to FGA: Access Control Evolution
    Learn how integrating MAC, DAC, RBAC, and FGA can strengthen your application's authorization
  • China extends Maersk's domestic cabotage pilot to December 2027
    The arrangement allows international carriers to transship domestic import and export cargos at Shanghai's Yangshan deepwater port from selected ports in northern China.
  • Asia-Europe ocean rates fall as weak demand sparks market share battle
    China celebrates the Year of the Snake Tuesday, and while there is always a move to get export orders on the water before the holidays, the push this year came earlier than expected.
  • Hefty rate decline looms over India-Europe trade amid capacity buildup
    Sources at established carriers on the trade lane, such as CMA CGM and Hapag-Lloyd, have noted extreme rate pressures

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TradeWinds web site
JANUARY 28, 2025
  • How the Year of the Snake could shape shipping as new leaders show their hand
    Lunar New Year's ushering in of new zodiac animal bodes well for a calm year on the shipping front
  • Nakilat hails 2024 as 'transformative year' as it adds 40 newbuildings to fleet
    Doha-listed gas shipowner describes its profitability as "stellar"
  • Seafarer abandonments reach record highs
    ITF calls the 87% year over year rise a 'disgrace'
  • Contships seals $100m Nordic bond run in private Greek premiere
    Nikolas Pateras-led container ship firm becomes first non-public Greek player to tap booming Oslo marketplace
  • Top Greek names mulled behind first S&P deal for modern VLCC in months
    Short supply of freshly delivered newbuilding tonnage makes young VLCCs look particularly attractive
  • Harland & Wolf to be taken over by Spanish state-owned shipbuilder Navantia
    Royal Fleet Auxiliary vessels to be built in both UK and Spain
  • World's largest cruise company on hunt for $2bn bond refinancing
    Carnival Corp looking to bring down interest costs
  • Signal says aframax tanker pool has beaten rivals by $2,400 per day over seven years
    Ioannis Martinos-led operation talks up rates for tankers under its control
  • Broker Gibson set to launch joint oil and gas power and terminals venture
    London shop is working with Malaysian state energy agency on Sabah project
  • Chronos bulker fleet sale paces ahead with second all-Greek kamsarmax deal
    Hellenic buyers show a keen interest in modern bulker tonnage despite market woes
  • Former John Fredriksen trading bosses consider suing tycoon over failed $335m fraud case
    Shipping magnate has already agreed compensation deal connected to 2015 freezing order against Arcadia executives
  • Law firm HFW reveals big earnings as it boosts terminals team
    London-based shipping specialist says international operations are increasingly important
  • Panamax bulker owners feel the pinch of crashing Chinese grain shipments
    Negative trend expected to stretch through this year
  • Iranian crude stuck in China for half a decade starts to move on tankers as US sanctions spark shipments
    Iran wants crude back ahead of feared stricter US sanctions
  • Shipping bond rush spurs $20bn record for Nordic high-yield market
    DNB Markets sees 'accommodative funding conditions to persist'
  • Braemar raids Gibson and Neste to boost specialist tanker desk
    UK broker adds new faces in London and Houston as it expands chemical carrier operations
  • British shipowner joins forces with two Asian peers to form wind farm vessel venture
    Owners are targeting South Korean offshore sector with financing and operating partnership
  • Braemar raids Gibsons and Neste to boost specialist tanker desk
    UK broker adds new faces in London and Houston as it expands chemical carrier operations
  • Greek shipowners swoop as Chronos fleet sale gathers pace
    Hellenic buyers show a keen interest in modern bulker tonnage despite market woes
  • Great Eastern sells supramax bulker as tankers boost earnings
    Indian owner continues to sell off older vessels
  • Explosion hits ship carrying hazardous cargo in Red Sea. Crew abandon vessel after fire
    Incident happened off the coast of Houthi-controlled Yemen
  • German owner Candler adds to multipurpose ship order in China
    Jiangxi New Jiangzhou is building two more vessels in series now totalling eight units
  • DNV Maritime strengthens top management with first chief operating officer
    Cristina Saenz de Santa Maria will be based in Singapore
  • Trafigura strikes first upsized $1bn credit insurance financing deal with banks
    Trader and shipowner moves to protect receivables in 'complex' transaction
  • Fire engulfs container ship crossing perilous Red Sea route
    Cause of blaze aboard vessel is not yet known
  • Container ship ablaze in Red Sea Houthi hotspot
    Unclear if blaze result of Houthi attack or not
  • Stolt-Nielsen stock jumps after Avenir LNG deal and buy recommendations
    DNB and Fearnleys believe its time to snap up shares ahead of earnings
  • Anthony Veder buys final Adnoc L&S small gas carrier
    Dutch owner expands fleet with 2014-built ethylene ship
  • Penta-Ocean to build $770m heavylift vessel, touted as 'world's largest'
    Singapore shipyard group Seatrium will build the hull to facilitate installation of larger wind turbines
  • Arriva Shipping expands fleet with additional dry bulk newbuilding order
    Shipowner has two newbuild contracts after using option
  • Greek owner Pioneer Marine Group weighs fresh listing and expansion projects
    Bulker owner is ready to move should the right opportunity come along
  • Two tankers loaded with Russian crude make U-turns in European storms
    France reports one vessel needed mechanical repairs
  • Cosco Shipping Specialised Carriers forecasts up to 60% profit surge on strong global trade
    But company's 20% stake in China's Total Lubricants is hurting the profit
  • CMB.Tech sells suezmax as rumours swirl on three other Saverys tankers
    One of the CMB.Tech vessels was reportedly packaged with the trio
  • Russian exports to Asia hit the wall as tanker rates and oil price soar US after sanctions
    Traders say March buying in China and India has stalled
  • Odin-RVB to merge with Iberica Tanker Chartering at a time 'old-fashioned brokerage no longer enough'
    The deal aims to expand the group's expertise as customers demand more broker services beyond fixtures
  • Clean Energy Carriers to raise up to $75m in at-the-market US share offering
    Gas and boxship player funds vessel acquisitions and debt repayments
  • Stolt-Nielsen takes full control of Avenir LNG as it buys out Golar LNG and Hoegh family
    FLNG-focused Golar will hang onto its shareholding in Sardinia terminal
  • Penta-Ocean to build world's largest heavy lift vessel worth ¥120bn
    Singapore shipyard group Seatrium will build hull of vessel that will enable installation of larger wind turbines
  • Cosco Shipping Specialised Carriers forecasts surge in net profit of up to 60% on strong global trade
    But company's 20% stake China's Total Lubricants is hurting the profit
  • Golar LNG sells off Avenir LNG stake for $40m to fellow co-founder Stolt-Neilsen
    But FLNG-focused company will hang onto its shareholding in Sardinia LNG terminal

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American Shipper web site
JANUARY 28, 2025
  • Will container purchase prices continue their climb?
    A strong shipping market helped secondhand container prices grow to an above-average finish in 2024, but it's unclear whether that will be sustained heading into the new year. "With inflationary pressures persisting and central banks maintaining higher interest rates for longer, container owners will face increased total asset costs," said Christian Roeloffs, co-founder and chief [...]

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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
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Arrival ports by:
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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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