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Exim India web site
APRIL 1, 2026
  • Mumbai Port achieves highest ever cargo throughput and double digit growth in fiscal
  • JNPA again ends fiscal with record throughput
  • Nineteen ships carrying India's energy still stranded
  • India's domestic demand resilient but West Asia crisis poses risk: Morgan Stanley
  • Vizag Port smashes 92-year record with 90.29 mmt
  • India locks 60 mn barrels of Russian crude for April
  • Pulse imports drop 35 pc as domestic stocks swell
  • Indian Register of Shipping hosts seminar on emerging maritime technologies
  • Noida International Airport at Jewar will benefit a vast region: PM
  • JNPA floats tender for implementation of Digital Twin
  • DPA surpasses 2025-26 cargo handling target
  • DP World renews Delhi Capitals partnership, reinforcing long-term commitment
  • Air cargo sees impressive growth in Feb., but conflict makes full-year outlook uncertain
  • IndiGo commences daily, non-stop service between Kolkata and Shanghai; strengthens connectivity to Sri Lanka with launch of direct flights between Delhi and Colombo
  • Amazon Air launches Delhi-Guwahati cargo route
  • Qatar Airways Cargo continues to restore its freighter network
  • Allcargo Logistics strengthens Varanasi handloom cluster with secure door-to-door and COD services
  • New Mangalore Port's Berth 9 redevelopment approved; to boost liquid bulk capacity and maritime efficiency
  • KSH Distriparks launches Pune's first dedicated empty container yard to strengthen container availability
  • Global schedule reliability falls to 59.0% in February 2026

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International Transport Journal web site
MARCH 31, 2026
  • Gebrüder Weiss launches GWcycles 2026
  • Ebeling Logistik relies on "WinSped"
  • Aurrigo International receives multiple awards
  • Record package volumes expected for Easter
  • AD Ports Group achieves record revenue
  • Netherlands to implement truck toll
  • AAL Shipping expands fleet with "AAL Newcastle"
  • FIATA guidelines on insider threats
  • BUSINESSrun debuts in South America
  • Brian Moran new Senior Vice President
  • National Airlines launches test flights for B777-200F
  • Agenda Conectar improves air traffic in Brazil
  • GA Telesis appoints DePinto as Vice President

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The Loadstar web site
MARCH 31, 2026
  • Asia-Middle East capacity plummets despite Cosco vessels exiting Hormuz
  • Saudi's Folk Maritime shifts India-Gulf service to Red Sea as Hormuz disruption bites
  • What Vanguard's 'surrender' means for T&L boardrooms, BlackRock & State Street
  • China's Panama 'crackdown': big claims, mounting evidence
  • DHL taps own air fleet as Middle East disruption squeezes cargo capacity
  • Rising fuel costs intensify pressure on fragile European road freight market
  • Headed for independence, FedEx Freight is rolling into a cloudy future

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Marine Log web site
MARCH 31, 2026
  • Ship Repair USA takes shape ahead of Jacksonville debut
    Marine Log's Ship Repair USA will take place June 23-24, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville, marking the first time the event will be held in Jacksonville, Fla., a region with expanding
  • Kuwaiti VLCC Al Salmi struck by drone at Dubai anchorage
    The fully-laden Kuwaiti VLCC Al Salmi has become the latest vessel struck in the ongoing Mid East conflict that has effectively closedf the Strait of Hormuz and disrupted world oil and gas
  • Corps awards contract for Mississippi River navigation improvements
    The St. Paul Engineer District awarded a $12.8 million contract to Kramer North America LLC, out of Plain, Wis., March 25, to upgrade lock and dam infrastructure on the Mississippi River. The
  • NSMV State of Maine delivered to Maine Maritime Academy
    The National Security Multi-Mission Vessel (NSMV) State of Maine was formally delivered to Maine Maritime Academy on March 30, marking the transfer of operations from the U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) to the
  • ABB picked to provide propulsion and automation solutions for new DRBA ferry
    Shipbuilder Senesco Marine has contracted ABB to deliver full propulsion and automation systems for the 75-car passenger and vehicle ferry that it is building to replace the Delaware River and Bay Authority
  • Ann Fairchild named president and CEO of Siemens USA
    Siemens announced the appointment of Ann Fairchild as president and CEO of Siemens USA, the company's largest market globally. Fairchild, who has served as interim president and CEO since October 2025, will
  • Autonomous vessel innovator Saronic Series D round raises $1.75BN
    Austin, Texas-headquartered autonomous vessel pioneer Saronic Technologies today announced that it has closed a $1.75 billion Series D funding round. Led by venture capital firm Kleiner Perkins, the round values the company
  • Korea Express Ferry orders new high speed Incat Crowther RoPax
    South Korean shipbuilder Kangnam Corporation has commissioned Incat Crowther to design a new 80-meter high-speed catamaran RoPax ferry ordered by Korea Express Ferry (KEF). Incat Crowther, Kangnam and KEF, previously collaborated on

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Container News web site
MARCH 31, 2026
  • Port of Barcelona awards Baleària concession for passenger and ro-ro terminal
    The Port of Barcelona Management Board has approved a concession to Baleària for the construction and operation of a new passenger and ro-ro cargo terminal on Adossat wharf, following a request submitted by the shipping company in December 2024. With no competing applications received during the public information process, the concession was granted to Baleària, which has operated regularly at th
  • ClassNK approves corrosion-resistant cable for offshore wind use
    ClassNK has issued Approval of Manufacturing Procedure and Type Approval certificates for a new semi-parallel wire cable developed by KOBELCO Wire Company. The approval covers a high-corrosion-resistant type of semi-parallel wire cable (SPWC). It marks the first time ClassNK has approved this type of product. Designed for durability and offshore use The SPWC consists of polyethylene-coated strand
  • Port of Gothenburg acquires strategic land package
    The Port of Gothenburg has completed the acquisition of a significant land area in the port's outer zones through an agreement signed with seller Platzer, securing the conditions for the next phase of the port's long-term development strategy. The acquisition comprises land, office properties and water areas, creating future potential for up to 210,000 square metres of new terminal space. The ove
  • Tomohiro Hosaka appointed Managing Director of ONE Europe & Africa
    Tomohiro Hosaka has been appointed Managing Director for Ocean Network Express (ONE) Europe and Africa, effective 1 April 2026. He succeeds Takahiro Kikuchi, who will take a new leadership role in Asia after three years. Mr. Hosaka previously served as Director of Corporate and Innovation for ONE Europe and Africa. He also held roles as Vice President of Corporate and Innovation in Latin America
  • DHShipbuilding hits 2026 order target in Q1
    DHShipbuilding has achieved its 2026 annual order target in the first quarter. The company secured 12 Suezmax crude oil tanker orders, ranking first globally in this segment. Strong demand and record pricing On March 30, DHShipbuilding signed a contract with an Oceania-based shipowner for two Suezmax tankers. The deal is valued at about KRW 276 billion. It also marks the highest price ever achiev
  • KLN reports higher core net profit despite revenue dip
    KLN Logistics Group reported its 2025 results, showing growth in core net profit despite a challenging global environment. Financial Performance Revenue: HK$56.3 billion (-3%) Core operating profit: HK$2.63 billion (-4%) Core net profit: HK$1.40 billion (+3%) Profit attributable to shareholders: HK$1.41 billion (+7%) The company proposed a final dividend of 16 HK cents per share , payable around
  • ONE buys into a Chinese-built port and rewrites its geopolitics
    Ocean Network Express acquires a 30% stake in Hutchison's Laem Chabang terminal , inserting a Japanese-controlled carrier into one of China's most strategically positioned logistics nodes in Southeast Asia
  • The impact of dual-chokepoints militarization
    The Bab el-Mandeb disruption imposed a structural, not episodic, demand collapse while the Hormuz crisis was qualitatively different velocity over duration and war-risk premiums surged, making commercial transit commercially impossible before Iranian military enforcement was even fully tested
  • CCS completes green methanol bunkering during cargo ops in Hong Kong
    China Classification Society (CCS) has supported a green methanol bunkering operation carried out simultaneously with cargo handling in Hong Kong. The container vessel COSCO Shipping Gemini , classed by CCS, received 300 tons of green methanol via ship-to-ship (STS) transfer. At the same time, the vessel continued container loading and unloading operations. Efficient and safe SIMOPs operation CCS
  • DHL expands Asia-Europe air freight capacity with new flights
    DHL Global Forwarding has expanded its dedicated air freight capacity between Asia and Europe. The company launched new weekly flights linking key logistics hubs in Shanghai, Leipzig, Hong Kong, and Liège. The move strengthens collaboration between DHL Global Forwarding and DHL Express. It also improves the Group's ability to serve fast-growing Asia-Europe trade lanes. New routes boost capacity a
  • What does it take for Hormuz to go back to normal?
    Analysts warn the BRS recovery estimate is a floor, not a forecast, as mine threats, insurance gaps, and Iran's selective access regime compound every day the conflict continues
  • Kuwaiti oil tanker hit by Iranian attack at Dubai port
    A Kuwaiti oil tanker caught fire after being struck in what has been described as an Iranian attack while anchored at Dubai Port, according to local sources and state media reports. Kuwait's official news agency KUNA, citing the state-owned oil company, reported that the fully laden crude oil tanker was targeted in the anchorage area, resulting in damage to the vessel's hull and raising concerns
  • Wan Hai Lines announces rate restoration on Asia trades
    Wan Hai Lines has announced a Rate Restoration (RR) on selected Asia trades in response to recent developments in the Middle East and the resulting changes in operating conditions. The adjustment will take effect from 15 April 2026 and will be applied at USD 100 per 20-foot container and USD 200 per 40-foot container. According to the carrier, the rate increase reflects rising operating costs dri
  • AD Ports Group reports record 2025 revenue and profit
    AD Ports Group published its 2025 Annual Report, highlighting record revenue and profit driven by global expansion and stronger trade connectivity. Record Financial Performance The Group reported: Revenue: AED 20.77 billion (+20% YoY) Net profit: AED 2.07 billion (+16% YoY) Revenue and profit have grown more than fivefold since 2020. Growth came from ports, economic zones, and maritime businesses
  • COSCO vessels complete Strait of Hormuz transit
    Two COSCO container ships have successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz after previously aborting an earlier attempt, accoring to MarineTraffic data. Chinese container ships reportedly turned back in Strait of Hormuz The two vessels, CSCL Indian Ocean and CSCL Arctic Ocean, completed their transit after a previous attempt was aborted. This successful movement indicates a potential change for v
  • Genco rejects Diana offer, defends value strategy
    Genco Shipping & Trading Limited sent a letter to shareholders outlining its strategy and rejecting a takeover proposal from Diana Shipping. Strong Performance and Strategy Genco says it continues to execute its value strategy. The company focuses on low leverage, high dividends, and fleet growth. Over the past five years, Genco delivered 213% total shareholder return (TSR) . This exceeds the S&P
  • World's first hydrogen-fueled main engine tested for large commercial vessel
    Japan Engine Corporation (J-ENG) and Kawasaki Heavy Industries (Kawasaki) successfully ran the world's first hydrogen-fueled main engine for a large commercial vessel. The test is part of the Green Innovation Fund Project "Development of Marine Hydrogen Engines and MHFS," supported by NEDO and in collaboration with Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL), MOL Drybulk, Onomichi Dockyard, and ClassNK. Hydrogen C
  • SM Line ships get satellite systems from SpaceX subsidiary Starlink Korea
    South Korean liner operator SM Line has installed satellite systems from Starlink Korea, the South Korean subsidiary of US aerospace and artificial intelligence group Space Exploration Technologies Corporation (SpaceX), on all 13 ships in its fleet. Starlink's low earth orbit satellite communication is a service that uses more than 8,000 satellites launched at an altitude of about 550 km, and is

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Splash web site
MARCH 31, 2026
  • Ningbo Ocean Shipping lines up fresh feeder boxship order
    Ningbo Ocean Shipping Co (NBOSCO) is continuing its containership fleet expansion with a fresh newbuilding plan. The Shanghai-listed carrier said it will invest in four firm 1,900 teu vessels, with options for two more units. The move is part of a broader investment of up to CNY2.7bn ($390m) in total which also covers containers. The ...
  • Fugro wins early-stage work on Petrobras wind pilot
    Fugro has secured a role on Brazil's first offshore wind project to move forward under a formal environmental licensing process, taking on geotechnical work for Petrobras' Rio de Janeiro offshore wind pilot. The 18 MW scheme marks an early step for offshore wind in South America, as countries in the region begin to put regulatory ...
  • Malta's Polidano steps into shipping with Damen order
    Malta's Polidano Group is stepping further into shipping, placing an order for two small cargo vessels at Dutch builder Damen Shipyards. The construction-focused group has signed for two 3,850 dwt combi freighters, marking a shift towards expanding its in-house logistics capacity. The vessels, to be named Denise P and Julia P, will mainly be used ...
  • Venergy lifts MR options at K Shipbuilding
    Rapidly expanding Greek owner Venergy Maritime is stepping up its tanker newbuilding drive, firming up options for two more MR product tankers at South Korea's K Shipbuilding. The move lifts its total MR orderbook at the yard to eight vessels, as the Vyron Vasileiadis-led outfit continues to scale up at pace. The latest units are ...
  • Pan Ocean adds VLCC newbuild to growing tanker play
    South Korea's Pan Ocean has added another VLCC to its orderbook, continuing a steady push into the crude tanker segment. The Harim Group-controlled owner said in a stock exchange filing it will pay around $121.8m for the vessel, although it has yet to name the shipyard behind the deal. Delivery is slated for late December ...
  • Sweden's top port lines up next phase of expansion
    The Port of Gothenburg has taken another step in its long-term expansion, securing land in its outer harbour area to support future growth. The deal, agreed with listed property company Platzer, covers land, office buildings and water areas, and has a total transaction value of SEK 684m ($71.5m), including the sale of a smaller logistics ...
  • Navigating the rise of subjective injury claims in the maritime industry
    Kristin Poling, senior claims executive at UK P&I Club writes for Splash today. Operational environments on board a ship can be dangerous, with seafarers regularly navigating unpredictable and sometimes precarious conditions. Such incidents may result in lasting impacts that extend beyond physical injury and entail a psychological cost. It is this element that can be ...
  • Chiyoda and NYK chase carbon capture business around the world
    Japanese engineering firm Chiyoda Corporation has signed a memorandum of understanding with Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) and its affiliate Knutsen NYK Carbon Carriers (KNCC) to collaborate on global projects in the field of carbon capture and storage (CCS). In 2024, the three companies jointly conducted a study on the quantitative evaluation of costs and schedules ...
  • Hormuz now a pay to pass corridor
    Iran's parliament has approved a formal toll and access regime for the Strait of Hormuz, while a fully loaded Kuwaiti VLCC has been attacked and set on fire at anchor off Dubai port on day 32 of the war between the US/Israeli coalition and Iran. Iran's Parliament Security Committee has approved a sweeping management plan ...
  • China Merchants Energy stacks orderbook with 10-ship VLCC series
    China Merchants Energy Shipping (CMES) has moved to further expand its crude tanker fleet, lining up 10 very large crude carriers (VLCCs) at Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Co (DSIC). The Shanghai-listed owner has placed the order through its Hong Kong-based subsidiary Associated Maritime Co, adding another large batch of tonnage to an already active newbuilding programme. ...
  • Scorpio Tankers pockets $70m from fresh MR sales
    Scorpio Tankers is continuing to cash in on firm secondhand prices, lining up the sale of two more MR product tankers as part of an ongoing fleet reshuffle. The New York-listed owner has agreed to sell the 2015-built, scrubber-fitted STI Brooklyn and STI Black Hawk for $35m each, with delivery expected in the second quarter ...
  • Satellite images show Ukraine strikes cripple Russian Baltic export capacity
    Satellite imagery is confirming severe damage to Russia's prime energy exporting ports, as Ukraine's Baltic bombardment campaign continues for an eighth day. Ust-Luga port was attacked for the third time last night in the space of just over a week, with Ukrainian drones mounting a massive campaign against Russian ports and refineries in the Baltic ...
  • Genco warns shareholders over Diana proxy push
    The takeover battle between dry bulk players Genco Shipping & Trading and Diana Shipping is stepping up, with the US-based owner urging shareholders to ignore its rival's advances and back the current board. In a fresh letter to investors, New York-listed Genco doubled down on its rejection of Diana's $23.50-per-share offer, calling it inadequate and ...
  • Japanese-built cape prices jump 15% in two months
    The sale and purchase market continued to firm this week, with asset prices for large bulkers pushing higher despite geopolitical tensions. Demand for capesize tonnage remains strong, with brokers reporting a few deals per week. All eyes have been on the sale of a Japanese-built bulker after owners invited offers earlier this month for the ...
  • French court jails Chinese shadow fleet captain in absentia
    A French court has sentenced the Chinese captain of a suspected Russian shadow fleet tanker to one year in prison and issued an international arrest warrant against him, in a ruling that marks one of the most significant legal escalations yet in Europe's campaign against vessels circumventing Western sanctions on Russian oil. Captain Chen Zhangjie, ...
  • Cyclone Narelle damages Jadestone Energy's platform off Australia
    Singapore-based oil and gas firm Jadestone Energy has revealed that its Stag oilfield, located 60 km offshore Western Australia, has been damaged by cyclone Narelle. The shutdown of the Stag facilities commenced on March 23, and the platform was demobilised due to the projected path of the cyclone, which developed into a category 5 storm ...
  • Reactivations and mega expansions signal long-term China shipbuilding hegemony
    China's shipbuilding capacity surge has accelerated with a wave of reactivated yards and major expansions across established shipbuilding groups, in what is the most significant capacity expansion in years, according to broker BRS Group's latest 181-page annual shipping markets review. China reached an orderbook market share of 70.9% at the end of 2025, up from ...
  • BW Energy seals $80m rig sale-leaseback deal with Chinese firm
    Norway's BW Energy has signed a sale and leaseback agreement with Minsheng Financial Leasing (MSFL) for the 2004-built Jasmine Alpha jackup drilling rig. Under the agreement, BW Energy will receive $80m in cash consideration, which, according to the company, will strengthen its financial flexibility while maintaining continued access to the unit. Under the agreement, BW ...
  • Seven reasons for a global revenue-raising policy on international shipping
    Goran Dominioni, assistant professor in climate change law and policy at Dublin City University and visiting professor at the World Maritime University, writes for Splash today. The UN's International Maritime Organization (IMO) agreement on the Net-Zero Framework reached last year was seen by many as the biggest climate breakthrough in recent history. A key component of ...

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Lloyd's List web site
MARCH 31, 2026
  • IMO's Net-Zero Framework 'to raise transport costs by 20% by 2040'
    The Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Centre for Zero Carbon Shipping found the IMO's Net-Zero Framework would do far more for decarbonisation...
  • Asian tanker flows face disruption even with favourable war outcome
    Asian crude oil imports have already taken a hit from the 'largest supply disruption in the history of the global...
  • TEN nets partnership deal with New York Knicks
    'Multi-year agreement' will raise profile of Greek tanker owner in the Big Apple
  • US clears Russian shadow fleet tanker to deliver crude to Cuba
    Cuba has received its first crude shipment in three months via a Russian shadow fleet tanker despite the US-imposed blockade...
  • HFW announces round of promotions
    Six lawyers start new roles tomorrow
  • Boxship charter market shows resilience despite Gulf disruptions
    One container line, which has had to cancel services to the MEG, is taking advantage of strong short-term charter rates...
  • Middle East port update: Tuesday, March 31
    Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz continues to be severely disrupted and conditions may change at short notice
  • France jails shadow fleet master in absentia
    An arrest warrant has been issued for the Chinese captain and a one-year jail sentence handed out by the French...
  • DH Shipbuilding stacks up suezmax orders as global orderbook surpasses 25% of existing fleet
    Alongside tanker newbuildings, DH Shipbuilding is also building containerships and shuttle tankers for delivery through to 2028
  • Asia's nervous wait for green regulation
    Uncertainty, not new regulation, is the biggest risk for the shipping sector in the year ahead. But Asia's maritime community...
  • Kuwaiti VLCC hit off Dubai
    Attack comes as the International Chamber of Shipping and Middle East Gulf states met to discuss the impact of the...
  • The Daily View: Hormuz moves on Tehran's terms
  • Daily Briefing
    Subtle rise in non-Iranian trade through Hormuz | Russia flag switch loses appeal for shadow fleet operators | Cosco boxships...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
MARCH 31, 2026
  • Appeals court upholds FMC rules on carrier refusal-to-deal, export policies
    The World Shipping Council argued unsuccessfully that a section of OSRA-22 aimed at US exports was an overreach by the country's maritime regulator.
  • Salalah disruptions send carriers on Indian trades back to adding Pakistan calls
    With operations at Salalah suspended on Saturday due to a drone strike, Hapag-Lloyd has positioned its upcoming westbound sailing on the India-USEC "TPI" service to call at Port Qasim in Pakistan.
  • Industry faces trickle down pivot as largest ocean carriers continue to grow
    With big carriers "ferociously" integrating, those down the pecking order like smaller liners, neutral terminal operators and leasing companies have seen their market shrink and need to review strategy as a result, writes Jeremy Masters.
  • MPV operators face worsening bunker fuel supply crisis as stocks tighten
    Carriers are already facing tight supplies in most key bunkering hubs including the Middle East and South Africa, which has led operators to cut the speed of ships and become more flexible in sourcing fuel.

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TradeWinds web site
MARCH 31, 2026
  • Hanwha Ocean taps ExxonMobil veteran to run shipping unit
    James Sagar joined South Korean group in October after decades at ExxonMobil
  • Net-Zero Framework alternative would see LNG dominate, says Maersk Carbon Center
    Policy manager assessed proposals to reopen the debate about the net carbon fund and found distinct differences
  • New Fortress' Brazil spin-off strikes lease deal for FSRU-based terminal
    No details given of new lease and capacity holder for facility that has been in works since 2017
  • Saudi Aramco takes in tanker newbuildings as rates stabilise
    Indonesian owner finds term work for more of its product carriers
  • Hijacked pirate mothership loitering near major shipping lane 'disrupted', says EU navy
    Would-be pirates are said to be 'isolated' and unable to attack commercial ships
  • War has left seafarers in the danger zone. Who can blame them for chasing a life on land
    The risk of seafarers leaving the industry increases with every global conflict
  • Onassis banks lucrative VLCC deal as charterers cover twin risks
    Hyundai Glovis pays Greek owner a freight rate not seen in several years
  • Schoeller inks deal for methanol-ready newbuildings in China
    Cyprus-based group adds to fleet by returning to China State Shipbuilding Corp subsidiary
  • MOL sets sights on profit of $2.6bn in 2030
    Phase two of 15-year strategy sees focus on value realisation as next-generation management takes the helm
  • Thompson Shipping Lines expands dry bulk fleet with handysize purchase
    Privately owned Australian bulker owner remains confident in outlook for dry bulk sector
  • Ningbo Ocean Shipping unveils plans to build six feeder vessels
    Shanghai-listed company to invest up to $390m in container newbuildings and boxes
  • Iino Lines funds methanol-ready VLCC newbuilding with green financing deal
    Eco-target met for newbuilding as Mizuho Bank provides the cash
  • Oil firms fear tanker shortage in 'crazy and unprecedented times'
    Suezmax owners in particular are living through crazy times, market players say
  • Shipbuilder insurer Gardian snapped up by Optio Group
    Former WTW brokers set up Gardian in 2024 to insure complex shipbuilding projects
  • Laskaridis Shipping doubles down on debut suezmax order in South Korea
    Recently established brand Lavinia Tankers will boast a fleet of up to four suezmaxes upon delivery
  • Vitol green shipping lead Ian Butler steps down
    Familiar shipping face changes profile to read 'taking a break'
  • Investment platform Alpha Omega confirms debut handysize newbuildings
    Singapore-based firm reveals Jiangsu Huatai as the shipyard of choice in joint project with China's YZJ Maritime
  • Greek owner adds to product tanker fleet in DIS ship swoop
    Spring Marine said by brokers to have snapped up the High Seas
  • Iran offers 'toll-free' Strait of Hormuz pass for stranded Malaysian ships
    Diplomatic ties with Iran ease transit amid escalating regional tensions
  • One in five ships in English Channel may be uninsured, officials warn
    Figures suggest 10% of vessels transiting EU coastal waters may not have adequate cover
  • Two years after deadly shooting, Greek shipowner returns to S&P market
    Karnessis family outfit European Navigation is reportedly buying its first LPG carrier
  • Swarm of drones attacks vital Russian oil port in fresh energy infrastructure hit
    The important terminal has been under sustained attack for several days
  • New DHT VLCC heads out on charter of up to seven years
    Owner also completes sale of older tanker
  • New Marinakis tanker company has 'meaningful upside', says Clarksons
    Analysts believe there is more to come from efficient and modern crude fleet
  • Captain of shadow tanker suspected of launching drones at EU airports handed jail term
    Brest court issues arrest warrant for Boracay captain Chen Zhangjie
  • Maltese construction group moves into shipowning with double order
    Polidano Group signs combi freighter deal for aggregates business
  • DH Shipbuilding sets suezmax price record as orderbook hits full-year target in first quarter
    Yard reaches its full-year mark just three months into 2026
  • NYK teams up with Chiyoda and Knutsen on carbon capture and storage projects
    The collaboration covers Japan and abroad
  • Gulf attack: Fire breaks out on Kuwaiti VLCC bound for China
    Tanker and container ship report attacks as US presses Iran to agree to a peace deal
  • Woodside homes in on preferred shipowner duo for raft of LNG newbuildings
    Names surface for anticipated winners of first charters
  • Pan Ocean turns to China for VLCC newbuilding
    The diversified shipping company is making a big push in the VLCC sector
  • Hin Leong founder OK Lim hospitalised days before jail term begins
    Breathing difficulties raise uncertainty over surrender to serve 13.5-year sentence
  • Suezmax order sees DH Shipbuilding hit its 2026 annual newbuild target in first quarter
    The contract, worth KRW 275bn, has also set a new record price for the type, South Korean shipbuilder says
  • Hainan Strait Shipping targets 20% capacity lift with digital twin push
    Ferry operator links AI scheduling to fleet renewal and port upgrades
  • China Merchants out of cruise as it ends joint venture with Viking
    The joint venture's only ship has been sold to a Chinese leasing company but it still retains a strong connections with Viking
  • Hanwha wins its first US Navy design role amid shipbuilding revival push
    South Korean shipbuilder deepens US foothold as industry gaps draw scrutiny
  • NYK teams up with Chiyoda and KNCC on carbon capture and storage projects
    The collaboration covers Japan and abroad
  • Hong Kong owner Courage aims to expand fleet despite booking a loss in 2025
    Company is cautiously optimistic on longer-term prospects of its shipping business
  • Cosco Shipping Development leans on leasing as container cycle softens
    Fleet financing and diversification offset weaker box demand
  • Scorpio Tankers adds close to $70m to cash pile in sale of MR duo
    Any further sales may speak more loudly about a recent firming in values, president Robert Bugbee says
  • Japan tests slow-speed hydrogen-fuelled engine on full load
    Hydrogen slow-speed engine targets multipurpose newbuilding
  • Iran asserts sovereignty over Hormuz by enshrining transit fees into law
    State media reports formal approval, but legal and diplomatic hurdles remain
  • Ren Yuanlin eyes Hong Kong listing as shipping veteran calls Singapore exchange 'too small'
    CEO is exploring plans to list Yangzijiang Financial and Yangzijiang Maritime in Hong Kong
  • China's next shipping push is bigger than it looks
    Policy shift seen as systemic leap but hurdles remain on rules and execution
  • Ren Yuanlin eyes Hong Kong listing as shipping veteran calls Singapore 'too small'
    Ren is exploring plans to list Yangzijiang Financial and Yangzijiang Maritime Development in Hong Kong
  • Blaze ignites on tanker as lull ends in Middle East shipping attacks
    Tanker and container ship report attacks as US presses Iran to agree to a peace deal

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FreightWaves web site
MARCH 31, 2026
  • DP World expands eastern Canada reach
    DP World has opened a new freight forwarding office in Montreal, expanding its Canadian logistics network and strengthening its end-to-end service offerings. The Dubai-based company said that the new location provides support for customers across the retail and industrial sectors, improving supply chain efficiency and expanding bilingual service delivery across the province. The Montreal office,
  • Benchmark diesel up again, but by smallest amount in weeks
    For the 11th consecutive week, the benchmark diesel price used for most fuel surcharges rose, but by a number that looks almost tiny compared to the prior three weeks. The Department of Energy\Energy Information Administration average weekly retail ultra low sulfur diesel (ULSD) price rose by 2.6 cents/gallon to $5.401/g. That increase is far less than the prior three weeks coming out of the star
  • CN made 'inaccurate claims' on rail merger data: UP exec
    A Union Pacific executive has responded to comments by Canadian National about the planned UP-Norfolk Southern merger, saying CN made "inaccurate claims" regarding the traffic study included in the initial version of the UP-NS merger application. "The traffic study included in our filings with the Surface Transportation Board was conducted by the same expert CN (NYSE: CNI ) used for its Iowa Nort
  • South Korean-owned U.S. shipyard gets first Navy contract
    A Philadelphia shipyard owned by a South Korean industrial conglomerate said it has been awarded its first U.S. Navy contract. Hanwha Defense USA (HDUSA) and Hanwha Philly Shipyard will serve as a design subcontractor to Norwegian shipbuilder Vard Group's U.S. division on the Next Generation Logistics Ship (NGLS) program, for vessels that resupply Navy ships at sea. It's the first Navy contract a
  • Tariffs, frozen food demand reshape cold chains, Lineage report says
    Tariffs, regulation and shifting consumer demand continue to disrupt cold supply chains, according to a survey released by temperature-controlled warehouse operator Lineage . The Cold Chain Insights Survey of 1,000 supply chain decision-makers across the U.S., Canada and Mexico found that geopolitical uncertainty and policy shifts - particularly tariffs - are among the biggest factors influencing
  • Alaska Airlines taps PrimeFlight to provide cargo service in London
    Alaska Airlines has selected PrimeFlight Aviation Services to handle cargo for the carrier at London Heathrow International Airport ahead of the May 21 launch of daily nonstop widebody service from Seattle to London. Alaska Airlines ( NYSE: ALK ) will carry cargo to London in the bellyhold of Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft inherited in the acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines. Alaska began service
  • From rejected category to modern 4PL: Redwood's path through Gartner analysis
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Ports of Italy: The issue of competences divides the reform
Rome
At the Confitarma conference, Rixi defends the new national control room, while experts and operators ask for clarity on the relationships with the AdSPs and on the resources of the new company.
The maritime sector is divided between cautious support and criticism over the EU ETS review.
Brussels/Washington/
Copenhagen/Piraeus/Rotterdam
Yet another attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
A tanker was hit and abandoned by the crew.
ECSA considers the proposed revision of the EU ETS to be a first step, but many others should follow.
Brussels
Raptis: It's a good idea to allocate system revenues at EU and national levels to support sustainable fuels.
ESPO: No to lowering the EU ETS application threshold from 5,000 to 400 GRT vessels.
Brussels
Appreciation for measures aimed at reducing evasive ship calls
T&E welcomes some new proposals from Brussels for the EU maritime ETS
Brussels
The association is more critical of the measures studied by the EU Commission for the aviation sector
For Assarmatori, the Commission's proposal on the EU ETS is timid, while more courageous measures were expected
Brussels
EU Maritime ETS: The European Commission partially accepts shipowners' requests.
Brussels
A new €110 million fund for clean fuels, non-permanent exemptions extended to 2035, an IMO deduction mechanism, and crackdowns on "evasive" transshipment ports.
Another ship was hit by a shell in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton/Tampa
US Marines conducted an inspection aboard a sanctioned oil tanker
Port of Gioia Tauro: First connection of a large container ship to the cold ironing system
Gioia Tauro
The ship "MSC Mirja" powered with a total power of approximately seven MW
In the second quarter of 2026, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2%.
Antwerp
Dry bulk volumes recovered and rolling stock increased. Other sectors declined.
COSCO Shipping Ports sets new quarterly and half-year container traffic records
Hong Kong
US forces struck the VLCC Belma sailing towards Iran's Kharg Island.
Tampa
It is operated by the Emirati Max Maritime Solutions which is subject to US sanctions
In May, freight traffic in the port of Genoa was stable, while in Savona-Vado it decreased
Genoa
In the first five months of 2026, containers amounted to 1,199,914 TEUs (-2.8%), of which 999,228 (-1.4%) and 200,686 (-9.2%) were handled by the two ports respectively.
Turkey's GIH acquires Royal Caribbean's stakes in Kusadasi and Lisbon cruise terminals
Istanbul
Shareholdings rose to 99.99% and 60% respectively
In the first half of the year, Russian ports handled 451.5 million tons of cargo (+5.8%)
St. Petersburg
Record traffic in the second quarter
Trump backtracks on 20% tax on ships passing through Hormuz under US protection
Trump backtracks on 20% tax on ships passing through Hormuz under US protection
Washington/Southampton/Rotterdam
Meanwhile, another tanker, the "Stolt Magnesium", was hit by a missile near Oman
European shipowners call for permanent derogations from the EU maritime ETS after 2030
Brussels
Exemptions for connections with islands and outermost regions, for polar class vessels, for transnational public service obligations and for search and rescue activities
The rail sector is calling for recognition of its contribution to decarbonisation in the EU ETS review.
Brussels
Two VLCCs operated by the UAE's ADNOC were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz.
Abu Dhabi/Tampa
US Central Command announces reinstatement of blockade on maritime traffic in and out of Iranian ports
Trump announces a tax on goods passing through the Strait of Hormuz protected by the US
Washington/Portsmouth
Expected to be equal to 20% of the value of the transported loads
Six-monthly vessel traffic in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore increased by +3.7%
Port Klang
In the second quarter of this year alone, a decrease of -0.5% was recorded
In May, naval traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +15.0%
Cairo
In the first five months of 2026, 5,696 ships passed through the port (+12.7%)
OOCL records sharp increase in containers carried by its fleet
Hong Kong
In the April-June quarter, revenues generated by this activity grew by +19.8%
Strait of Hormuz, a container ship was attacked near the coast of Oman
Muscat/Portsmouth/New Delhi/Tampa
Fire on board. One crew member missing. 23 other sailors rescued.
At the port of Marseille-Fos, general cargo traffic is increasing while bulk cargo is decreasing.
Marseille
In the first half of 2026, cruise passengers increased by +5%
The Swedish government is calling for the EU maritime ETS to be extended to more vessels.
Stockholm
Stockholm stresses the need for the ETS to remain a pillar of EU climate policy
Assiterminal will bring the issues of concession fees, investments and intermodality to the attention of politicians.
Genoa
Proposal to grant a concession fee discount to terminals that increase rail traffic
Pirate attacks on ships continue to decline
London
In the first half of this year, 38 accidents occurred compared to 90 in the first six months of 2025.
There are still six thousand sailors trapped in the Strait of Hormuz region
London
Dominguez (IMO): I remain confident that the evacuation plan can be resumed
A study highlights the significant costs and counterproductive effects of the application of the EU ETS to maritime connections with western Sicily
Palermo
For the Naples-Palermo and Genoa-Palermo routes the annual cost varies between 2.9 million and 19.9 million euros.
Fincantieri to build third ultra-luxury cruise ship for Four Seasons Yachts
Trieste
The unit will be built in the Ancona plant and will be delivered in 2031
Fermerci urges the search for resources to support rail freight transport.
Rome
Paper: from the remodulation of the PNRR we expect that resources will finally be allocated to compensate for the damages that operators are suffering
Another tanker hit by a drone in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
The device caused limited structural damage
New attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
A tanker was hit by a shell which started a fire
Evergreen founder's son investigated for insider trading
Taipei
He was released on bail today
ECSA: Shipping receives a cut of its EU maritime ETS payments.
Brussels
Italy, ranked third in Europe, earns €669-787 million. Only France and Estonia allocate a specific portion of this revenue to the maritime sector.
Fincantieri acquires Next Geosolutions, WSense, Graal Tech, and Defcomm to develop the underwater segment
Trieste
The first phase of operations involves an outlay of approximately 600 million euros
A new attack on a ship in the Red Sea raises alarm over a possible resumption of Houthi actions.
Portsmouth
The accident occurred 30 nautical miles southwest of the port of Hodeidah
The Regional Administrative Court (TAR) has accepted the appeal for the annulment of the environmental impact assessment decree for the Fiumicino tourist and cruise port.
Rome
The project - explains the ruling - although speaking of a "prevalent" recreational function, actually foresees a very significant cruise component.
Transport & Environment calls for the introduction of national cruise taxes and further EU measures to mitigate their impact
Brussels
Assiterminal's proposals for amending the Ports Bill focus on port work
Genoa
According to the association, the distinction between port operations and services must be overcome
Assologistica and Assoporti also request changes to Porti d'Italia Spa.
Rome
Both associations highlight the central role of the Port System Authorities
Peruvian judiciary rules that COSCO's private port of Chancay must be subject to public oversight
File
The corrections proposed by Confitarma, ANCI, the Port Authorities and the Italian Competition Authority (AGCM) to the port governance reform
Rome
AP Møller Holding to acquire Norwegian ship leasing company Ocean Yield
Copenhagen/London/Oslo
Holds interests in a fleet of more than 70 cargo vessels
CMA CGM to Invest $1.4 Billion to Buy FedEx Supply Chain
Memphis/Marseille
The American company has nearly 10,000 employees
Brittany Ferries announces plan to scale back operations
Roscoff
The company reports that the difficulties caused by the Covid pandemic and unfair competition have been compounded by the effects of the EU ETS.
ITF and JNG agree to maintain the designation of the Strait of Hormuz as a Warlike Operations Area until July 9
London
It provides seafarers with greater protection and more adequate compensation
Assiterminal highlights the difficulty of placing Porti d'Italia, as proposed by the government, within the Italian port system and within Community law.
Rome
Cargo traffic at Chinese seaports fell by -0.4% in May
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.5 million TEUs (+2.9%)
The administrative process for the new Port Master Plan for Augusta has begun.
Augusta
TiL (MSC Group) acquires 49% stake in Indian port of Vizhinjam
Mumbai
The stake was sold by Adani Ports for $1.4 billion
Hanseatic Global Terminals (Hapag-Lloyd Group) to acquire 20% of Eurogate Container Terminal Hamburg
Hamburg
The German shipping group will also increase its stake in the Moroccan Tanger Alliance
La Spezia is among the Italian ports that are most increasing their connections to container shipping lines.
Geneva
Among the other main national airports, Vado Ligure and Ravenna are losing connections
Spanish shipowners call for EU maritime ETS revenues to be reinvested in shipping
Madrid
Boluda: Spanish companies will inject over five billion euros into the system by 2030
Middle Eastern Gulf Cooperation Council states call for freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz
Middle Eastern Gulf Cooperation Council states call for freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz
Manama
Rejected any toll, tax or attempt to exercise control over the Strait
IMO suspends evacuation operations for ships awaiting transit through the Strait of Hormuz
London/Taipei
Evergreen says its container ship was hit while following the UKMTO-recommended route.
Four entities pre-qualified for the concession of the cargo terminals of the Ukrainian port of Chornomorsk
Gdansk
These are APM Terminals, Mariner/TAS, Yilport Holding and AD Ports/SKF Holdings UK
New attack on a ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
The container ship Ever Lovely was hit by a shell off the coast of Oman.
In 2025, 1,478 containers were lost at sea out of a total of 280 million transported by ships
Washington
On January 1st, the IMO regulation came into force which makes reporting of boxes lost at sea mandatory
BIMCO and ICS' latest report on the maritime workforce raises alarm over officer shortages
London/Bagsværd
In 2026, there will be a shortage of 39,100 STCW certified officers.
In 2025, intermodal traffic handled by Kombiverkehr decreased by -13.5%
Frankfurt am Main
Annual revenues down 8.3%
The government's proposal to update the rules on port governance raises more than one doubt
Rome
Costa: The lack of infrastructure planning cannot be solved with a joint stock company
MSC Cruises and Meyer Werft have not yet signed contracts for four new cruise ships plus two options.
Papenburg/Geneva
The companies expressed confidence that they could successfully conclude negotiations in the coming weeks.
The LSCI index of Italy's connection to the global network of containerized maritime services continues to grow.
The LSCI index of Italy's connection to the global network of containerized maritime services continues to grow.
Geneva
In the second quarter of 2026 it was equal to 290.0 (+2.3%)
AD Ports has completed the acquisition of an 81% stake in Global Feeder Shipping.
Abu Dhabi
In 2025, the company's ships carried 2.8 million containers
An evacuation plan has been established for ships still waiting to transit the Strait of Hormuz.
London/Muscat
Dominguez (IMO): The operation will be carried out in close cooperation with Iran, Oman, all other coastal states in the region, the USA and the maritime industry
Carnival Cruise Line Reports Record Revenue for March-May Quarter
Carnival Cruise Line Reports Record Revenue for March-May Quarter
Miami
Fuel costs rise to near-record levels in 2022
Reducing navigation speed and optimizing port calls are the key to decarbonizing shipping
Copenhagen
A new study by the Global Maritime Forum highlights this.
ECSA and A4E reiterate the need to allocate EU ETS revenues to the decarbonisation of ships and aircraft
Brussels
Essential to bridge the price gap between sustainable and conventional fuels
AD Ports' new bid to gain control of Egypt's ALCN rejected
Cairo
A new proposal worth approximately $580 million has been submitted.
John Denholm is the new president of the International Chamber of Shipping
Rome
He succeeds Emanuele Grimaldi, who has completed his four-year term
Falteri (Federlogistica) has been co-opted into the Board of the European Logistics Association
Genoa
International collaboration protocol on integrated logistics with ACLI Terra
GCC urges international community to protect maritime transport against Houthi threats
Riyadh
Reaction to the announcement of a maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia
Fincantieri signs agreement in Qatar for operational management of the Training and Simulation Centre.
Trieste
The center is intended for the training of naval personnel of the Qatari Navy.
Over 770 kilos of cocaine seized at the port of Vado Ligure
Savona
Once released on the market, the drug would have ensured criminal organizations profits of 250 million euros.
Wärtsilä records sharp increase in new order value in second quarter
Helsinki
Net turnover decreased by -2%
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean to build six 13,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships
Keelung
Contract valued at over $1.2 billion
The toll of attacks on ships in the Black Sea worsens
Odessa
Ten dead on board a ship leaving the port of Odessa
Today a new attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
The product tanker Kavomaleas of the Greek company Dynacom Tankers Management caught fire
Confitarma disappointed by the Commission's proposal to revise the EU ETS
Rome
Zanetti: The notable absentee is the competitiveness of the Italian and European shipping industry.
ALIS: Commission's proposals on the EU ETS are positive, but serious issues remain.
Rome
MIT adopts cold ironing guidelines
Rome
The aim is to ensure clear, uniform and transparent criteria for all Port System Authorities.
In the first half of the year, cruise traffic at GPH port terminals grew by +10.1%
Istanbul
In the second quarter alone the increase was +2.8%
Western Liguria Port Authority approves 2026 budget update
Genoa
Assiterminal clarifies its doubts about the responsibilities assigned to Porti d'Italia Spa.
Genoa
ABB buys British Rotork
Zurich/London
The Bath-based company specializes in flow control and industrial automation.
Central Adriatic Port Authority refinances €100 million from the Infrastructure Decree
Ancona
The funds concern seven strategic interventions of the port system
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles increased by 3.4% in the first half of 2026.
Los Angeles
In the second quarter, growth was +11.5%
IMO and ITF call for an end to attacks on seafarers and transport workers
London
Resurgence of incidents in the Black Sea, Sea of Azov and the Strait of Hormuz region
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong grew by 0.2% in the second quarter of 2026.
Hong Kong
An increase of +6.5% was recorded in June
Uiltrasporti is strongly opposed to the establishment of Porti d'Italia Spa
Rome
Verzari and Gulli: the AdSPs must be coordinated by a public body that can protect port workers
CMPort sets new monthly, quarterly and half-yearly container traffic records
Hong Kong
In the first half of 2026, 78.3 million were moved (+4.6%)
In the first half of this year, the port of Singapore handled 22.7 million containers (+4.7%)
Singapore
Historic record for half-year bunker sales
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 10.3% in the second quarter.
Long Beach
Growth of +1.7% was recorded in the first half of 2026
The new board of directors of Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane has been appointed.
Rome
Tommaso Tanzilli confirmed as president. Gianpiero Strisciuglio is the new CEO.
Port of Gioia Tauro: tender launched for completion of dredging activities
Gioia Tauro
The expected duration of the contract is 60 days
In the first half of 2026, cargo traffic in Turkish ports was 279.1 million tonnes (+1.5%)
Ankara
Cargoes with Italy alone amounted to 23.4 million tons (-2.5%)
The first steel cutting of the Carnival Destiny cruise ship.
Monfalcone
Fincantieri and Carnival celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of their collaboration
NatPower Marine acquires Aqua superPower to accelerate the electrification of ports and marinas
Monk
It operates the largest international network of electric charging points in Europe.
European Logistics Observatory established
Brussels
The aim is to strengthen the competitiveness, resilience and sustainability of European logistics.
Agreement reached at Mimit with JSW to relaunch the Piombino steelworks
Rome/Livorno
Gariglio: Strengthening integration between port docks and industrial areas
Agreement between Fincantieri and the Croatian shipyards Brodotrogir Cruise and Iskra Shipyard
Trieste
Initiative within the framework of the two-corvette program promoted by the Croatian Ministry of Defence
Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL return to quarterly revenue growth
Keelung/Taipei
Four consecutive quarters of decline behind us
Project for a direct rail link between the port of Gioia Tauro and the Interporto D'Abruzzo
Pescara
PSA Genova Pra', the state of agitation has been lifted following the successful completion of the cooling procedure.
Genoa
Tax fraud on labor in the logistics sector
Milan
€28 million seized from four Milanese companies
ZPMC Delivers New Ultra-High Wind-Resistant Port Cranes
Shanghai
The world's tallest rail-mounted reach stackers for empty containers have also been built.
Peninsula and Itochu form joint venture to supply ammonia bunkering to European ports
Gibraltar
The initiative in response to the growing demand for zero-carbon fuels
Konecranes announced its entry into Japan
Helsinki/Tokyo
Acquisition of 70% of Mitsubishi Electric FA Industrial Products
Saipem wins $2 billion contract in Indonesia
Milan
Seven IMO regional coordinators have been introduced who will provide technical support to the organisation's Member States.
London
Jadrolinija has inaugurated its new fast maritime service Ancona-Zadar
Ancona/Zara
It provides five departures per week and a crossing of approximately four hours.
Hapag-Lloyd to reorganize services in the Adriatic
Hamburg
The port of Ancona, removed from the ADX line, will continue to be served by the IAS service
Eleven nominations for the eighteenth edition of the ESPO Award
Brussels
This year's theme is dual-use port-city projects
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Jotun COSCO Marine Coatings signs agreement with COSCO Shipping Bulk for 125 new vessels
Sandefjord
Advanced hull performance solutions will be implemented
Maersk issues first order for new containers produced in India
Copenhagen
Local production has been stimulated by the introduction of incentives
Last May, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +3.4%
Ravenna
An increase of +10.6% is expected in June
Sardinia's Port Authority spent approximately €157 million in PNRR funds
Cagliari
Achievement of the targets expected by June 30, 2026
Hannibal will inaugurate a new intermodal service from Melzo to Rotterdam Europoort on July 8th.
Melzo
Six weekly trains are scheduled that will be able to carry up to 38 cargo units
PSA to build and operate container terminal at Vietnam's Lach Huyen port
Singapore
Agreement with Lach Huyen International Logistics & Industrial Park
Sandro Bucchioni and Andrea Fontana confirmed as presidents of the La Spezia freight forwarders and maritime agents.
La Spezia
New two-year mandate
Konecranes has acquired the nuclear and port services segment of Spain's Coapsa.
Hyvinkää
The company has an annual turnover of approximately four million euros.
PSA Italy presented its 2025 Sustainability Report
Genoa
The document highlights, among other things, the employment data and the economic impact on the territory
The Central-Northern Adriatic Port Authority confirms the completion of the projects financed by the PNRR
Ravenna
Mirco Carloni has taken office as president of the Central Adriatic Port System Authority.
Ancona
The Grimaldi Group has taken delivery of the new PCTC Grande Oriente
Naples
It will be placed on the Asia-Europe route
Port of La Spezia: 60 Sea Log workers rehired by other port companies
La Spezia
Pisano (AdSP): very satisfied with the positive conclusion of this dispute
The Central Adriatic Port Authority announces that it has achieved its objectives under the PNRR
Ancona
The funds coming from the plan financed by the European Union amounted to 39.6 million euros
A workshop on cold ironing and related risks and insurance solutions will be held in London.
London
Rossi (ADVANT-Nctm): effective infrastructure development must necessarily take into account legal and insurance aspects
Fincantieri signs an agreement in Albania for shipbuilding training.
Trieste
Skills development for the growth of the new Pashaliman naval industrial hub
Reorganization of ro-pax traffic areas in the port of Catania
Catania
Ferries will no longer be moored on the central jetty or along the eastern breakwater
Maersk raises fiscal 2026 forecast
Copenhagen
Continued growth in demand for containerized shipping and increased spot rates
Green light for the awarding of railway shunting services in the ports of Savona and Vado
New trucking area in the port of Genoa
The Italian Ports Association will hold its assembly in Naples on Wednesday.
Rome
The discussion on port governance reform will be at the heart of the proceedings.
Registration for seafarers' registers is now open to non-EU citizens residing in Italy.
Genoa
Vidotto (Foundation of the Italian Merchant Marine Academy): a step towards civilization
Project to build shipyard in Tartous port expected to accelerate
Damascus
Meeting between a delegation from Kuzey Star Shipyard and the leaders of the Syrian General Authority for Ports and Customs
Port of Gioia Tauro: Work to reactivate hauling and launching operations has been completed.
Gioia Tauro
These operations had been at a standstill since 2024
The conference "EU-Mercosur Agreement: The Role of the Maritime Economy" will take place in Genoa on July 1st.
Genoa
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
The conference "EU-Mercosur Agreement: The Role of the Maritime Economy" will be held in Genoa on July 1st.
Genoa
It is organized by the Casa America ETS Foundation and the Western Liguria Port Authority
The Federagenti assembly will be held in Civitavecchia on July 3rd.
Rome
Pessina: We will not discuss regulations, community relations, or the pursuit of theories and bureaucracy, but rather the challenges of Italian port infrastructure.
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PRESS REVIEW
Govt does not interfere in port management appointments - Loke
(Bernama)
World's first floating fusion reactor-powered vessel could become reality with new project
(Interesting Engineering)
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FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
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In Spain, €11.8 million in eco-incentives have been allocated for the use of motorways of the sea.
Madrid
163,672 shipments made by 32 companies subsidized
ABB has signed an agreement to buy Norwegian marine automation company Høglund.
Zurich
The Tønsberg-based company's integrated automation system is currently installed on over 600 vessels.
Port of Gioia Tauro: tender launched for the redevelopment of the ro-ro docks
Gioia Tauro
Worth 5.6 million euros, the works will last 210 days
Grimaldi confirms the important role of the port of Catania in its strategies
Catania
The aim is to increase services and make existing ones even more efficient.
Annual growth of +6% in cruise traffic and +2% in ferry traffic is expected in the Adriatic
Venice
It is the only Mediterranean region to have recorded a decline in cruises in the period 2019-2025
PSA Padova established to develop and manage the Padua intermodal terminal
Padua
The shareholders of Interporto Padova and Padova Hall have approved the merger plan
The Federagenti assembly will be held in Civitavecchia on July 3rd.
Rome
Pessina: We will not discuss regulations, community relations, or the pursuit of theories and bureaucracy, but rather the challenges of Italian port infrastructure.
Spediporto has opened its own representative office in Hong Kong
Genoa
Giachero: the opening of this desk is also an opportunity for young people
Arcese, Conti and Cosulich establish a company for the port logistics of finished vehicles
Livorno
HMM orders eight bulk carriers and two gas carriers
Seoul
Investment of approximately 1.1 billion dollars
MPC Container Ships has purchased four 7,000 TEU containerships built between 2023 and 2024.
Oslo
Investment of 340 million dollars
FedEx posts record quarterly and annual revenue
Memphis
Total revenues in fiscal year 2026 amounted to $94.7 billion (+7.7%)
Geopolitical uncertainty has become the main risk for shipping
Munich
Evergreen purchases 140,500 new containers in China
Taipei
Investments totaling $358.9 million
Yesterday, the Strait of Hormuz was crossed by 42 commercial vessels
Paris
For the first time since the beginning of the conflict, several LNG tankers entered the Persian Gulf
Memorandum of Understanding for the Launch of Drone Use in the Port of Palermo
Palermo
Submission of the request for the establishment of U-Space
Saipem wins new $1 billion offshore contract in Angola
Milan
It was awarded by Azule Energy for the Greater PAJ project
Port of Ancona: Dredging work has begun on the seabed of quay 22.
Ancona
Approximately six thousand cubic meters of sediment will be removed
Confitarma welcomes clarifications regarding ship waste collection management.
Rome
The need for uniform application of the legislation throughout the country was highlighted.
The Tuscan Cooperation Development Fund invests in Uniport Livorno.
Livorno
Operation for a total of 880 thousand euros carried out together with co-investor Coopfond
Fit-Cisl, recognizing dock work as arduous is a priority
Genoa
Pagnotta: This is not a corporate claim, but a question of social justice.
Hupac increases weekly rotations between Antwerp and Busto Arsizio via France to four.
Noise
Two additional departures of the intermodal service introduced
From July, the tariff for naval transit through the Turkish Straits will increase by +14.9%.
Istanbul
It will be raised to $6.70 per net tonne
Fincantieri and Republikorp sign agreement to build multipurpose naval vessels in Indonesia.
Paris
The establishment of a joint venture is planned
Study on the divergences between the EU Ship Recycling Regulation and the Hong Kong Convention
Brussels/London
It has been published by ECSA and ICS
The 2026-2028 POT of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority has been approved.
Gioia Tauro
Approval also granted to the 2026 budget forecast variation and to the update of the Port's Staffing Plan.
Autonomous Navigation: ABS, Polaris Shipping, HHI, and AVIKUS Sign Agreement
Athens
It will be tested on a VLOC under certain low-risk conditions
Tomorrow in Sant'Agnello (Naples) the inauguration event of the Italy Branch of The Nautical Institute
London
The topics of discussion will include energy transition in the maritime industry, maritime education and training.
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