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Exim India web site
FEBRUARY 5, 2026
  • Bharat Container Shipping Line takes initial step with signing of MoU
  • Vadhvan Port project has not been cancelled, is progressing as planned: Clarification
  • LPG shipping to be impacted by demand volatility of the petchem sector in 2026
  • US-India trade agreement could cut Russian oil exports by 25%
  • India to continue purchasing crude from non-sanctioned entities, including Moscow
  • Trade deal with US better than competitors, says Minister
  • NHAI signs MoU with NFSU to strengthen digital security for National Highway management
  • CONCOR announces commencement of Exclusive Container Rail Terminal operations at Guntur
  • Can data reduce India's logistics carbon footprint?
  • India will remain the fastest-growing major economy: RBI
  • Vizhinjam International Seaport handles record cargo and vessels in Jan.
  • You Ask We Answer
  • IRFC inks tripartite MoU for outer harbour development at VOC Port
  • Gemini Cooperation service connecting India to change routing through the Red Sea and Suez Canal

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International Transport Journal web site
FEBRUARY 4, 2026
  • DREWES Group establishes subsidiary in India
  • Finnair Cargo: Operating the terminal in-house
  • Christina Orfanidou heads AI department at Columbia Group
  • CargoLand and Emirates Expand Pharmaceutical Flights
  • Commercial vehicle orders in North America
  • Exotec opens new headquarters in France
  • Ferag presents intralogistics solutions at LogiMAT
  • EPG Integrates Gamification
  • QCargo launches AI platform for compliance
  • WST Commercials improves wheel measurement system
  • Advancing Air Cargo in a Dynamic World
  • DHL certified in Treviso
  • Market analysis for waterways
  • Eileen Teichmann new Director at MLP
  • Andrew Redfern new Sales Director at OrbitMI
  • Naming ceremony for "WAN HAI 711"

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The Loadstar web site
FEBRUARY 4, 2026
  • Wan Hai chief bullish on transpacific contract rates
  • Tango or CargoWise, as Schenker integration forces DSV tech decisions
  • Analysis: DSV - fortune favours the brave
  • DSV says 'Schenker can deliver', as integration progresses - at a cost
  • Tradelanes: LatAm nations reach out to the world
  • The Loadstar Podcast with DP World Trade Finance: Re-shaping how trade is funded
  • Hutchison takes legal action over Panama port concession ruling
  • European haulage volume boost drives rates up, but driver crisis persists
  • Strong charter market keeps idle fleet small, but tide may be changing

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Marine Log web site
FEBRUARY 4, 2026
  • Newport News completes successful builder's sea trials of John F. Kennedy (CVN 79)
    HII (NYSE: HII) reports that its Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division has successfully completed builder's sea trials of the John F. Kennedy (CVN 79), the second Gerald R. Ford-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier.
  • Seaboard Marine adds mobile harbor cranes at PortMiami and Port Houston
    Seaboard Marine Ltd. has taken delivery of three LHM 550 mobile harbor cranes from Liebherr for use at its private terminals at PortMiami and Port Houston. The cranes are configured with electric
  • Op-Ed: Offshore CO2 storage as a climate solution
    Interest in carbon capture and storage (CCS) is accelerating as industries adapt to evolving regulatory expectations, customer requirements, and competitive pressures. For energy intensive industries such as cement, steel, chemicals, and refining,
  • Grants support Gladding-Hearn shipyard efficiency upgrades
    Financial support from federal and state agencies has enabled Gladding-Hearn Shipbuilding, Duclos Corp., to complete capital projects aimed at improving efficiency and safety at its Somerset, Mass., shipyard. Using a Small Shipyard
  • Port of Virginia expands its capacity to handle calls by ultra-large container vessels
    Continuing to modernize and expand its operations, the Port of Virginia recently debuted additional capacity to safely handle simultaneous calls of ultra-large container vessels (ULCVs). In late January, the port put four
  • BOEM sets date for Big Beautiful Gulf 2 oil & gas lease sale
    The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has released the Final Notice of Sale for Lease Sale Big Beautiful Gulf 2 (BBG2), the second of 30 Gulf of America oil and gas
  • Captain Oli Olsen takes new role with Stream Marine Training
    Paisley, Scotland-headquartered Stream Marine Training (SMT), part of Stream Marine Technical, has appointed of Captain Oli Olsen, former deputy director of seafarers and manning at the Bahamas Maritime Authority, to a new
  • Seatrium-built FPSO P-78 achieves first oil on Brazil's Búzios field
    Singapore's Seatrium Limited reports that the Petrobras 78 (P-78) FPSO achieved first oil production, on Brazil's Búzios field, on December 31, 2025. The milestone marked Seatrium's successful expansion of its end-to-end capabilities

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Container News web site
FEBRUARY 4, 2026
  • Haskoning acquires Portwise to drive smart and green port development
    Strategic acquisition Haskoning , a global consulting engineering firm, has acquired Portwise , a leading consultancy in port and terminal planning and simulation. The acquisition enhances Haskoning's ability to offer integrated services for smart, sustainable ports . Combined expertise Portwise brings advanced simulation capabilities and expertise in automation and electrification , while Haskon
  • GXO to operate London Luton Airport's first consolidation centre
    GXO Logistics and London Luton Airport (LLA) have formed a new partnership to launch the airport's first consolidation centre , which will screen and manage all airside deliveries. The centre will streamline operations as passenger numbers and delivery volumes continue to rise. In 2025, Luton handled more than 17.5 million passengers , up from 16.7 million in 2024. The facility will manage hundre
  • Freightos Weekly Update: Weather disruption and tariff threats
    Winter weather is complicating logistics on both sides of the Atlantic. Affected areas in the US, especially the southeast and southern midwest are still recovering from last week's major storm and cold. Storms in the North Atlantic slowed vessel traffic and disrupted or shutdown operations at several container ports across Western Europe and into the Mediterranean late last week. Transits resume
  • What does Gemini's return to Suez indicate?
    Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd's joint return to Suez expands the industry's fragile normalization bet but the German carrier's rapid reversal from caution to commitment raises questions about whether alliance dynamics are masking unresolved risks
  • Mibau Stema develops its own terminal in the Port of Amsterdam
    Mibau Stema Group is developing its own terminal of approximately 5 hectares in the Afrikahaven. The terminal is expected to become operational by the end of Q2 or the beginning of Q3 2026. Mibau Stema has been a long-standing customer in the port of Amsterdam and has operated from a third-party terminal in the Suezhaven until now. From this terminal, high-quality construction materials are distr
  • Choosing the Right Invoicing Software for Your Business
    Let's talk about getting paid. It is the lifeblood of your business. But the process often feels awful. You finish a project. You feel great. Then you must create an invoice . You chase down client details. You calculate hours or items. You send the email. Then you wait. You send a reminder. The cycle drains your energy. It steals time from your real work. The right tool changes everything. It tu
  • BMA records near-record Port State Control performance in 2025
    Lowest-ever US detention rate The Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) reported just one detention in the United States in 2025 . This is the joint lowest result ever achieved by the Bahamas flag and the second-best annual PSC performance in its history. Strong compliance with US standards This result reduced the Bahamas' three-year rolling US detention average (2023-2025) to about 0.56% , well below
  • Icy winters tie up ships in Europe
    Harsh winter conditions have sent congestion levels in European ports to a post-Covid-19 high, holding up 10% of the container shipping fleet. Asia-bound ships departing Europe now are expected to arrive only at month's end. Maersk Line released an advisory saying a new wave of rough weather is expected on 4 February, impacting transits and ship movements in the western part of the Mediterranean.
  • CK Hutchison initiates arbitration against Panama
    Panama Ports Company S.A. (PPC), a subsidiary of CK Hutchison, has commenced arbitration proceedings against the Republic of Panama, filing the case on 3 February 2026 under the applicable concession contract and the Rules of Arbitration of the International Chamber of Commerce. The move follows what PPC described as a year-long campaign by the Panamanian State specifically targeting the company
  • NX China launches branded containers with SITC
    New partnership initiative Nippon Express (China) (NX China) has launched "NX Branded Containers" in partnership with SITC International Holdings . First use of NX branding on leased containers This marks the first time NX China has placed its group brand symbol on shipping line-owned containers leased for commercial operations. Shanghai-Osaka service The NX brand will appear on SITC-owned 40-foo
  • Maersk revises peak season surcharge on W1FW trade to Senegal
    Maersk has announced a revision to its Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for the W1FW trade, covering cargo moving from Asia to Senegal, effective 1 March 2026 until further notice. The revised surcharge will apply to shipments originating from China, Hong Kong China, Taiwan China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, Myanmar, Laos, and Cambodia, with Senegal as the desti
  • ONE adds Durres port call
    Ocean Network Express has announced the addition of Durres, Albania as a new port call, expanding its network coverage in the Balkan region. The new call will provide direct access to the Albanian market via Piraeus, offering customers increased connectivity and greater flexibility for cargo moving into and out of Southeast Europe. In connection with the expansion, ONE has appointed Centralog Alb
  • Wärtsilä posts record operating result and cash flow in 2025
    Wärtsilä reported an all-time high operating result and cash flow for the financial year 2025, supported by strong performance in both its Marine and Energy businesses. Strong financial performance For the full year, Wärtsilä recorded net sales of EUR 6.9 billion , up 7% year-on-year. The comparable operating result rose 20% to EUR 829 million , representing 12.0% of net sales . Cash flow from op
  • GT Lines launches India-Sharjah Express service
    GT Lines has launched a new standalone shipping service linking West India and the Gulf, branded as the India-Sharjah Express (ISX), aimed at offering faster transit times and improved schedule reliability. The ISX service will begin operations on 8 March 2026 and will operate on a fixed 14-day rotation covering Mundra, Nhava Sheva, Khorfakkan, Sharjah, Hamriyah and Sohar. The service will be dep
  • AD Ports Group secures USD 115m IFC-led financing for Safaga Terminal
    AD Ports Group has secured a USD 115 million project finance facility to support the development of the Noatum Ports - Safaga Terminal in Egypt. The financing is led by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), with participation from National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt (NBK Egypt) and other institutional investors through IFC's co-lending programme. The facility has a 15-year tenor and reflects s
  • NWSA ends 2025 with Q4 volume recovery trend
    The Northwest Seaport Alliance (NWSA) closed 2025 with total container volumes of 3.16 million TEUs, down 5.5% year-on-year, as tariffs and high retail inventories weighed on trade flows. Full imports fell 10.3%, while full exports declined 4.9% for the year. In December 2025, volumes reached 237,922 TEUs, down 21.9% compared to December 2024. Full international imports dropped 25.3%, while expor

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Splash web site
FEBRUARY 4, 2026
  • Pistiolis in for 10 MR tanker newbuilds in China
    Greek shipowner Evangelos Pistiolis has re-entered the newbuilding market, placing an order for 10 MR product tankers in China in a deal approaching $500m. Pistiolis' privately held Central Group has signed up for the 50,000 dwt vessels at Guangzhou Shipyard International (GSI), marking the group's first newbuilding contract in China after years of relying on ...
  • MOL Chemical Tankers readies leadership change
    MOL Chemical Tankers has announced a change at the top, with chief executive Akira Sasa set to retire at the end of March. Sasa, who took over as president and CEO in April 2022, joined the Singapore-based chemical tanker operator as a director in 2020 and has led the business through a period of fleet ...
  • Esvagt-KMC venture lines up CTV build backed by Vestas deal in South Korea
    KESTO, the offshore wind joint venture between Denmark's Esvagt and South Korean shipping company KMC Line, has secured its first contracts, signing a long-term vessel deal with turbine maker Vestas for the Shinan-Ui offshore wind farm. Under the agreement, KESTO will provide offshore service logistics to Vestas from 2028 for a minimum period of 10 ...
  • Floatel firms up vessel deal in Brazil
    Oslo's Floatel has firmed up Floatel Victory for another Brazil maintenance and safety unit (MSU) run with Brava Energia, extending the flotel's South American stay. Floatel International said it has converted an October letter of intent into a six-month firm contract for the unit. The 2013-built semisub starts in the fourth quarter of 2026, with ...
  • Germany acquires stake in TenneT for $3.9bn
    TenneT Holding has reached an agreement with Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (KfW), acting on behalf of the German government, to sell a 25.1% stake in TenneT Germany for approximately €3.3bn ($3.9bn). This investment strengthens TenneT Germany's financial position as the owner of strategic infrastructure in Germany. This transaction follows up on the previously announced €9.5bn equity ...
  • Amazon locks in 110MW from RWE's German offshore wind project
    Amazon and RWE have signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) for 110MW from the German company's Nordseecluster B offshore wind farm. The PPA builds on the strategic framework agreement signed between the two companies in June 2025, under which RWE supports Amazon's carbon-free energy goals while Amazon Web Services provides cloud services, AI, and data ...
  • TGS secures more OBN work in Europe for 2026 campaign
    Oslo-listed seismic data specialist TGS has been awarded an ocean bottom node contract in Europe, extending the acquisition campaign further for the 2026 season. The company's node-on-a-rope crew is scheduled to begin acquisition in early April, and the contract is expected to last approximately 45 days. "Our node-on-a-rope crew ensures efficient acquisition of high-quality data ...
  • VIKAND: Healthcare as a critical component of life at sea
    Peter Hult, CEO of maritime medical services specialist VIKAND, sees 2026 dawning with unprecedented recognition of crew healthcare as a strategic imperative, not just a compliance checkbox. "One of the most significant changes in recent years has been the growing acceptance of healthcare as a critical component of life at sea," Hult says. "Conversations that ...
  • CK Hutchison launches arbitration after Panama court voids port concessions
    Hong Kong's CK Hutchison has launched arbitration proceedings against the republic of Panama, escalating a deepening dispute over two key ports at the Panama Canal following a landmark Supreme Court ruling last week that invalidated its long-held concession contracts. The conglomerate disclosed early Wednesday that its Panamanian subsidiary initiated arbitration under the International Chamber of
  • India's state-backed containerline takes shape
    India's long-awaited national container shipping line is taking shape following the signing of a memorandum of understanding to establish Bharat Container Shipping Line (BCSL) - a state-backed venture aimed at building an integrated, self-reliant container ecosystem and strengthening India's maritime trade presence. The MoU, signed in New Delhi on Tuesday, brings together six major stakeholders:
  • Japan's largest power utility signs 27-year LNG supply deal with QatarEnergy
    Japan's largest power utility Jera has signed a landmark 27-year LNG supply deal with QatarEnergy, marking the renewal of a trading relationship that had steadily waned in recent years. Under the agreement, Jera will purchase around 3m tons of LNG per year, QatarEnergy announced at a signing ceremony in Doha on Tuesday. The deal revives ...
  • Car carrier ordering boom ends as overcapacity fears grow
    The once red-hot car carrier newbuilding spree is showing clear signs of cooling, with overcapacity concerns now looming large across the pure car and truck carrier (PCTC) market, according to AXSRoRo's latest monthly newsletter. Following four years of record ordering, contracting activity in 2025 slumped to the lowest level in years, even as deliveries hit ...
  • Haskoning acquires Portwise
    International consulting and engineering firm Haskoning has announced the acquisition of Portwise, a Netherlands-based specialist in port and terminal planning and simulation. Portwise is recognised for its simulation-driven consultancy, helping clients optimise port operations through automation, electrification and data analytics. The companies said their complementary global reach ensures loca
  • Westwood rolls out offshore vessel intelligence platform
    London-based energy market research firm Westwood has launched a new offshore vessel intelligence platform aimed at improving visibility across the global offshore support, service and offshore wind fleets. The platform named MarineLogix covers more than 10,000 vessels operated by around 2,500 owners across over 30 vessel classes. MarineLogix is built around a utilisation model designed ...
  • Fugro lands survey contract for TotalEnergies' German offshore wind project
    Dutch surveyor Fugro has won a contract to carry out a geotechnical campaign on TotalEnergies' NordSee Energies 1 offshore wind farm, 170 km off Germany. The surveys will provide insights into seabed conditions at planned wind turbine locations and inter-array cable routes. Fieldwork is already underway, with Fugro mobilising a fleet of five specialist vessels ...

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Lloyd's List web site
FEBRUARY 4, 2026
  • Flag state spat exposes growing government oversight gaps
    An uninsured ship casualty has prompted Türkiye to call for an international white list for insurers, but the verification of...
  • Efficiency tech investment continues to grow, defying green malaise
    Shipping continues to embrace energy-efficiency technologies despite the malaise over alternative fuels
  • Norden bidding to flatten out dry bulk operator swings
    Vessel sales made up a large portion of the company's profit, as its large dry operator segment continued to struggle
  • McLarens appoints new head of marine UK
    Michael Wilson previously with Sunderland Marine and Thomas Miller Claims Management
  • Time running out for vintage vehicle carriers
    Without a meaningful rise in vessel demolition, excess capacity will weigh on the sector as fleet growth outpaces underlying vehicle...
  • Insurers face exodus of senior talent, IUMI VP warns
    Specialty lines in particular are facing significant demographic shift as a generation of technical experts and senior leaders look to...
  • IUMI head blasts aggressive politicians and illegal shipping practices
    Normally cautious trade association chief offers pointed pronouncements on challenges facing underwriters
  • Estonia detains reefer boxship on route to Russia
    Estonian authorities declared late on Tuesday that they had detained a Bahamian-flagged containership suspected of smuggling contraband from Ecuador
  • Wärtsilä boss downbeat on business case for onboard carbon capture without IMO
    His comments came as part of the Finnish company's annual results, in which it delivered a 16% increase in its...
  • Qatar looks to build 'largest LNG carrier fleet in the world' as it signs new LNG offtake agreements
    With new supplies on the horizon and a ban on Russian gas, the EU will be a possible outlet for...
  • The Daily View: Conditional optimism
  • Daily Briefing
    Syrian trade surges nearly sixfold a year after the government takeover | Malaysia releases sanctioned tankers suspected of transferring Iranian...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
FEBRUARY 4, 2026
  • ODFL 'cautiously optimistic' about LTL demand despite lackluster Q4
    Still, the company's CFO cautioned that no one should "get out over their skis" from the standpoint of freight recovery expectations.
  • Panama Ports seeks 'extensive damages' after terminal concessions canceled
    The decision by the Panama Supreme Court has provoked angry responses from both the Chinese and Hong Kong governments, with Beijing warning that Panama would "pay a heavy price both politically and economically."
  • Spot intermodal savings spiked in Q4, but providers remain cautious
    Spot intermodal savings reached record levels in the fourth quarter, but railroads might hold back on raising rates as the disruptive winter weather has skewed trucking rates.
  • Tariffs claim another victim on the trans-Pacific: the pre-LNY cargo surge
    Sources say sustained weak market fundamentals have caused this year to be atypical in terms of demand in the immediate run-up to Lunar New Year, which begins Feb. 17.
  • Labor strike at Chittagong Port cripples Bangladesh container flows
    Multiple local sources told the Journal of Commerce the escalating unrest that entered its fifth day Wednesday has brought all port operations, including vessel berthing and cargo clearance, to a halt.
  • Tariffs claim another victim on the trans-Pacific: the pre-CNY cargo surge
    Sources say sustained weak market fundamentals have caused this year to be atypical in terms of demand in the immediate run-up to Lunar New Year, which begins Feb. 17.
  • Atlantic storms force terminals in Western Mediterranean to close again
    Just days after last week's storm shut terminals and disrupted shipping schedules, Maersk warned that weather in the region has "deteriorated beyond initial expectations."
  • Charleston slows railyard development amid insufficient shipper demand
    Charleston's total rail lifts for 2025 were about one-quarter of the planned capacity of Navy Base Intermodal Facility, prompting the port's CEO to reset capital spending plans.
  • DSV moves to transform its business as Schenker integration accelerates
    Absorbing its largest and most complex takeover to date was initially expected to take at least two years to complete, but will now be fully wrapped 20 months after the DB Schenker acquisition closed.

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TradeWinds web site
FEBRUARY 4, 2026
  • 'Fundamental shift': DHT becomes first VLCC owner to allude to Sinokor-Aponte goliath in earnings
    'Aggregators' soon to control 25% of compliant tramp fleet, 'a critical market share'
  • Epstein files: Inside the property deal linking a shipowner, a diplomat and a sex offender
    Newly released emails reveal Epstein's role in property deal with shipowner Skaugen and Norwegian diplomat
  • Peter Georgiopoulos pounces on Norvic Shipping dry bulk fleet
    United Overseas Group strikes second deal in weeks with Norvic entities
  • Fortunes for the brave: Shipping profits in a volatile world
    Beginning of a return of container ships to the Red Sea does not mark a return to the status quo
  • Discounted Venezuelan barrels could save India billions of dollars, state-backed bank says
    National lender's 'brute force' scenario sees Russian imports entirely cut out in favour of Venezuelan barrels
  • US seizes cash from Cosco Shipping bulker in Baltimore after captain's oversight
    Master of Chinese supramax had not declared $70,000 at port
  • Tankers the currency that stays afloat as shadow fleet faces 'mass extinction'
    MJLF says vessels are ageing at a rate that defies historical norms
  • US seizes cash from Cosco Shipping bulker in Baltimore after captain's oversight
    Captain of Chinese supramax had not declared $70,000 at US port
  • Letter: Let commercial firms protect Norway's coast from oil spills
    Environmental campaigner Jan-Hugo Holten calls on the Norwegian government to reverse its 2020 decision
  • Columbia brings in Deloitte director as head of AI for 'people-centric' roll-out
    Shipmanagement group announces second big appointment in a week
  • Russia-bound container ship detained in Nato waters on suspicion of smuggling
    Maritime traffic travelling to and from Russia has been the target of more aggressive inspections in recent months
  • Evangelos Pistiolis orders 10 product tankers after six-year hiatus
    Greek shipowner splashing out close to $500m in what marks his first newbuilding order in China
  • Norwegian fund bets on shipping as it buys Performance bonds
    Borea fund also holds SFL, Navios and Ocean Yield
  • Stainless Tankers committed to wringing out value from ageing chemical tanker fleet
    Shipowner believes asset values could rise in 2026 as freight rates strengthen
  • Russia-bound container ship arrested in Nato waters on suspicion of smuggling
    Maritime traffic travelling to and from Russia has been the target of more aggressive inspections in recent months
  • Greek shipowner Tsakos eyes first LNG carrier newbuildings in seven years
    Geopolitics-driven market tempts conservative Greek owner to at least double his footprint in seaborne gas transportation
  • Wartsila plots huge capacity expansion as ship engine demand grows
    Finnish technology giant says Vaasa hub will be expanded by 35%
  • Seward & Kissel brings in WFW's John Benson as head of ship finance
    US law firm says new recruit among a very select group of lawyers in the sector
  • Greek shipbroker Allied builds sale and purchase team with new recruit
    Tasos Papadopoulos joins with strong record of deals, Athens shop says
  • Bruton bosses add shares as part of $50m deal to expand VLCC fleet
    Gunnar Eliassen and Lars-Christian Svensen increase stakes in Norwegian VLCC start-up
  • India sets up new container line targeting 100 ships as part of $1.7bn investment
    Bharat Container Shipping Line established by government, shipowner SCI and others
  • Greek shipbroker Allied builds sale and purchase team with new recruit from rival
    Tasos Papadopoulos joins with strong record of deals, Athens shop says
  • Marine insurer Beazley backs $11m Zurich takeover bid
    Cyber-specialist and marine player had rejected earlier overtures by the industry giant
  • Iran threatened to board US military tanker in flashpoint waterway
    Crowley ship targeted in Strait of Hormuz in latest escalation
  • Maersk is a 'great short' as Red Sea opening will weigh on container markets
    Analysts focus on share buybacks and 2026 guidance in tomorrow's report
  • Grey exodus to launch new generation of marine insurance leaders
    Industry has struggled to recruit top talent amid competition from tech and other industries
  • Iran 'wild card' makes 'cheap' VLGC stocks attractive, analysts say
    Arctic and Fearnleys hike share target prices
  • Ship sales prop up profit at Norden as bottom line falls
    Shipowner in profit despite an uncertain and geopolitically charged environment
  • Mercuria and Hartree Partners unlock $10bn minerals deal with US Exim
    Trading and shipowning groups join new initiative to boost strategic reserves and supply chain
  • Shipbuilder Hanwha Ocean sees profit surge as LNG and defence underpin recovery
    Analysts see multi-year momentum despite softer quarter and no dividend plan
  • Gianluigi Aponte raises Jinglu container ship wager to 16 vessels worth $2.24bn
    MSC now has about 120 container ships on order in China
  • Stainless Tankers profit dips on falling utilisation
    Tufton-backed company says 18 Womar Pool ships were out of commission for parts of the year
  • DNB shipping loan book rises in fourth quarter
    Loan portfolio grows to $4.2bn during a period of geopolitical strife
  • Will he or won't he? Robert Bugbee sets up process to sell $17m of Scorpio shares
    Company president sets up a right, but not an obligation, to sell large holding for first time since January 2024
  • QatarEnergy manager offers rare insight into huge LNG newbuilding project
    Jeffrey Guo says innovation is no longer only about technology, it is about how to collaborate
  • Japanese giants flag profit slump as liner earnings fade
    Weaker ONE income, softer pricing and forex headwinds among reasons given by NYK and K Line
  • Cosco Shipping Energy makes VLEC debut with chartered vessels
    Three newbuildings chartered from a Singapore owner
  • Adnoc chartering arm fixes Turkish newbuilding as part of trio of tanker deals
    Middle Eastern shipping power builds LR2 and MR capacity in term market
  • Fatal capsizing of bulker linked to long-standing nickel ore threat
    Wet cargo remains a leading cause of fatal bulk carrier sinkings, P&I experts warn

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FreightWaves web site
FEBRUARY 4, 2026
  • Allstates WorldCargo acquires customs broker Promptus
    Allstates WorldCargo announced it has acquired fellow freight forwarder Promptus for an undisclosed sum. Miramar, FL-based Promptus is a 3PL focused on the Latin America, Asia, Europe and Caribbean trade lanes. The deal gives Allstates WorldCargo an in-house customs brokerage business, allowing it to provide customs clearance and compliance services to customers. "With our strong domestic coverag
  • 4 Fatality Indiana Truck Crash Exposes Chameleon Carrier Network, Again
    Just before 4 p.m. on Tuesday, February 3, Indiana State Police responded to a collision on State Road 67 near County Road 550 East, about three miles from the Ohio state line, in the kind of flat, open farmland where you can see trouble coming from a mile away. Gert Pretorius, 44, of Geneva, Indiana, was driving a 2019 International semi eastbound when he slowed for traffic ahead. Behind him, an
  • Legislation would require crash protection on new trucks
    WASHINGTON - Democrats in the House and Senate have reintroduced legislation requiring trucks be outfitted with protection against side-impact crashes - but this time it would apply only to new equipment. The Stop Underrides Act 2.0 , introduced in the Senate by Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y.,) and Ben Ray Luján, D-N.M., and in the House by Reps. Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., Mark DeSaulnier, D-Calif., and D
  • Old Dominion hoping stars align in 2026
    Old Dominion Freight Line provided positive commentary around demand on its fourth-quarter call on Wednesday. The less-than-truckload carrier's leadership said recent customer conversations point to lean inventories , suggesting that improved volumes may be ahead in the new year. January manufacturing data surpassed expectations, lending further support to this constructive outlook. "We certainly
  • Driver who set Swift trailers ablaze gets sentenced in a 2nd state
    A truck driver who already was in jail for setting Swift trailers on fire in California has been sentenced to a decade in jail for separate arson attacks on the company's trailers in Arizona, but caught some breaks in his punishment. Viorel Pricop, 67, was convicted in August of three counts of arson in U.S. Federal District Court for Arizona after an eight-day trial, according to a statement on
  • Union Pacific, Wabtec sign for $1.2B in locomotive upgrades
    Union Pacific and Wabtec on Wednesday announced they have signed a landmark agreement totaling $1.2 billion to modernize the railroad's fleet of AC4400 locomotives. "This agreement represents the largest locomotive modernization investment in rail industry history, building on Union Pacific's previous 2022 order which is scheduled to be completed in 2026," Wabtec (NYSE: WAB ) said in a release
  • Uber Freight posts flat Q4 results, as broader platform posts record profits
    Uber Freight underperformed compared to the company's mobility and delivery segments in the fourth quarter, posting flat revenue and slightly lower gross bookings amid a prolonged downturn in the North American trucking market, even as the broader platform delivered record profitability. Uber Freight generated $1.27 billion in gross bookings, down about 1% year over year, while freight revenue wa
  • Panama targeted Canal ports contract, China company claims
    The Chinese company operating ports at the Panama Canal has filed for arbitration after the country's Supreme Court voided its operating contract, claiming it was unfairly targeted by the country over the past year. Panama Ports Company, a unit of Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison ( 0001.HK ), said Wednesday that it has commenced arbitration proceedings against Panama over its concession contract at t
  • Who's Hauling Your Freight? $60 Million Says You Need to Know
    Ryan Joyce's world for more than 15 years as a CIA operations officer conducting counterterrorism operations likely consisted of sitting in a basement, looking for one guy with a beard in the mountains of a Middle Eastern country. He helped disrupt terrorist networks using what the intelligence community calls "all-source intelligence", fusing data from distributed sensors, satellite imagery, and
  • First look: Old Dominion posts Q4 beat
    Old Dominion Freight Line beat earnings expectations for the fourth quarter as cost reductions and higher yields helped minimize the impact of declining volumes. The Thomasville, North Carolina-based less-than-truckload carrier reported earnings per share of $1.09 on Wednesday ahead of the market open, 3 cents better than the consensus estimate but 14 cents lower year over year. (A Higher tax rat
  • Geotab study finds EV batteries remain robust despite rise in fast charging
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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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