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Exim India web site
FEBRUARY 20, 2026
  • CMA CGM concludes strategic vessel order and launches a dedicated R&D hub in India, further strengthening the country's maritime and logistics ecosystem
  • Karsten Behrens of SAL Engineering to conduct Masterclass on managing the complex logistics of project cargo and heavy lift shipping at CTL-BHP 2026
  • JNPA inks MoU with Port of Marseille Fos aimed at enhancing bilateral trade and maritime flows
  • APSEZ and Port of Marseille Fos sign strategic IMEC partnership to strengthen India-Europe trade connectivity
  • CONCOR boosts capacity to more than 18,500 wagons
  • Indian Register of Shipping secures US Coast Guard designation as Similarly Qualified Organization
  • Sugar exports surpass 2 lakh tonnes in 2025-26 marketing year
  • FedEx breaks ground on a fully automated air cargo hub at Navi Mumbai International Airport
  • VOCPA hosts first-of-its-kind 'AI-Powered Ports' session at India AI Impact Summit 2026
  • Return to the Suez Canal seen to be a gradual process

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International Transport Journal web site
FEBRUARY 19, 2026
  • REWE automates logistics center
  • Aerios integrates CargoAi for real-time data
  • Oman Air Cargo appoints Ribouleau
  • EEX and Veson integrate platforms
  • DHL expands healthcare logistics infrastructure
  • Rhenus tests hydrogen truck
  • FedEx introduces electric vehicles in the UAE
  • Genedani new Vice President of the Albo Autotrasporti
  • "EU Delivery Act" reforms delivery market
  • Alexandra Olvera becomes CCO at Hellmann
  • New terminal by MPLS in Oostende
  • Newcastle's first step towards a freight gateway
  • Unilode selects XPO as global logistics partner

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The Loadstar web site
FEBRUARY 19, 2026
  • EXCLUSIVE: DSV begins switch from CargoWise to Tango, say sources
  • CMA CGM orders six vessels from Cochin as part of India investment
  • EXCLUSIVE: Ex-Ceva baron in talks with MSC to lead forwarding charge
  • Intra-Asia rates spiralling as carriers continue to add capacity
  • Hellmann appoints DHL GF's Alexandra Olvera as chief commercial officer
  • AI could give SME forwarders leverage with air cargo carriers
  • APMT buys minority stake in DP World's Jeddah facility
  • Union Pacific to launch new bid for NS merger green light
  • Amazon and City Hall line up for battle over delivery licence in New York

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Marine Log web site
FEBRUARY 19, 2026
  • Plans for SWITCH's 150-passenger zero-emission ferry enter a new phase
    SWITCH Maritime's plans to deploy a 150-passenger hydrogen fuel cell powered zero-emission ferry in New York City waters are moving right along. Incat Crowther has started detailed development and naval architecture for
  • Hanwha Ocean inks MOU with Ontario Shipyards
    Hanwha Ocean and Ontario Shipyards have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at accelerating the return of large-scale shipbuilding in Ontario and to strengthen Canada's ability to deliver future naval
  • Op-Ed: The promise of modern pod drives
    Historically, mariners have had to choose between outboard and inboard engines. Each of these options have come with trade-offs. An outboard sacrifices valuable deck space and produces a lot of noise, while
  • MARAD seeks new applications for Centers of Excellence designation
    The U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) has published a Notice of Opportunity inviting maritime training and educational institutions to apply for a new round of designations under its Centers of
  • Powerful new Østensjø tug will feature Steerprop propulsion
    The largest and most powerful tug ever ordered by Norwegian shipowner Østensjø Rederi will feature the most powerful ducted propulsors ever developed by Finnish propulsion specialist Steerprop. On order at Spanish shipbuilder

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Container News web site
FEBRUARY 19, 2026
  • Kongsberg upgrades Listen Electromagnetic Sensor System
    Kongsberg Discovery has upgraded its Kongsberg Listen electromagnetic sensor system. The update improves inspections, surveys, and data collection in complex underwater environments. The system was previously known as Argeo Listen. Kongsberg has enhanced both hardware and software. The upgrade improves data processing and visualisation. The platform-agnostic system supports applications in ocean
  • Global bunker market softens in week 08
    At the end of Week 08, the MABUX global bunker indices recorded a moderate decline, according to Sergey Ivanov, Director, MABUX . The 380 HSFO index decreased by US$ 0.51, from US$ 433.61/MT last week to US$ 433.10/MT. The VLSFO index declined by US$ 2.21, from US$ 522.29/MT to US$ 520.00/MT. The MGO LS index posted the most significant reduction, falling by US$ 5.18, from US$ 782.79/MT last week
  • Sea-Intelligence: Ocean Alliance Day 10, China+1 Strategy?
    In issue 752 of the Sunday Spotlight , Sea-Intelligence analysed the new 2026 "Day 10" network product from Ocean Alliance. There are 318 unique port-port connections that are unchanged between the Day 9 and Day 10 products, 26 that are discontinued from Day 9, and 21 that have been newly introduced in Day 10. In terms of total connectivity, the new Day 10 product has 498 port-port connections, 3
  • When military theatre meets commercial expansion in arctic waters
    Two contradictory realities now define Arctic maritime operations: commercial shipping traffic surged 40% between 2013 and 2025, reaching 1,812 unique vessels, while NATO simultaneously deploys carrier strike groups to demonstrate High North defense capabilities
  • The trade war Washington isn't fighting
    While the United States fixates on tariffs and port fees, China's manufacturing overcapacity is quietly rewriting the rules of global maritime commerce and American trade policy is aimed at the wrong target
  • PIL's LNG-powered KOTA ODYSSEY debuts at Aqaba
    Pacific International Lines (PIL) celebrated the maiden call of KOTA ODYSSEY, its first LNG-powered vessel in the Red Sea, at Aqaba Container Terminal (ACT). The ship had previously made its first call to Saudi Arabia earlier this month. The arrival ceremony was hosted by PIL's Regional Head for the Middle East, Horn of Africa & East Africa. Distinguished guests included the Chief Commissioner of
  • CMA CGM strengthens Indian maritime commitment with new vessel order
    CMA CGM has reached a major milestone in its partnership with India following a visit from Chairman and CEO Rodolphe Saadé. During the visit, the company signed a final shipbuilding contract with Cochin Shipyard Limited. This agreement covers the construction of six LNG-powered 1,700 TEU container ships directly in India. The signing took place in the presence of Shri Shantanu Thakur, Minister of
  • DP World sets Chile record at San Antonio terminal
    DP World continues to reinforce its role as Chile's leading provider of automotive logistics after successfully discharging 6,338 vehicles in a single vessel operation at its multipurpose terminal at the Port of San Antonio. The operation, conducted from the vessel M/V Morning Lily, surpassed the previous national record of 6,185 vehicles set at the same terminal in 2021, and demonstrates DP Worl
  • The port of NY/NJ launces flights from Newark to Puebla
    The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and Volaris today announced the launch of nonstop flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Puebla, Mexico, further expanding international connectivity between the New York-New Jersey region and Mexico. The new Volaris service will begin on Tuesday, June 2, with four weekly nonstop flights. With the addition of the Puebla route, Volaris wi
  • Interview with Matthias Dietrich, Senior Director Strategic Programs at Hapag-Lloyd AG
    In this exclusive interview, Container News journalist Antonia Saratsopoulou speaks with Matthias Dietrich , Senior Director Strategic Programs at Hapag-Lloyd AG. The discussion explores the company's strategic direction, recent initiatives, and how it is navigating geopolitical uncertainty, digital transformation, and the industry's decarbonization journey in a rapidly changing global trade env
  • MSC updates freight rates for Sri Lanka and Bangladesh to Europe
    MSC has announced new freight rates for cargo moving from Sri Lanka and Bangladesh to European hubs. These rates apply from March 1, 2026, until March 31, 2026. Consequently, the carrier is updating its pricing for the Antwerp and Valencia trade lanes to reflect current market conditions. The new rates for Colombo departures are set at USD 1,550 for 20-foot containers. Furthermore, both 40-foot a
  • DP World and APM Terminals announce strategic partnership at Jeddah Islamic port
    DP World and APM Terminals announced a strategic partnership in the Southern Container Terminal at Jeddah Islamic Port. Under the agreement, APM Terminals will acquire a 37.5% minority stake in the terminal, while DP World will retain a 62.5% majority shareholding and continue to lead the operations at the facility. The investment strengthens the long-term collaboration between the two organizati
  • MOSOLF opens new terminal at Port of Oostende
    MOSOLF Port Logistics & Services (MPLS) has opened a new terminal at the Port of Oostende. The move strengthens MPLS's North Sea presence and adds capacity for vehicle handling, specialised logistics, and technical services. The terminal covers 80,000 m² and can expand up to 200,000 m². It currently stores up to 3,000 vehicles and features a workshop and high-voltage charging infrastructure. With
  • Costamare reports full-year 2025 net income of $371 million
    Costamare Inc. reported net income from continuing operations of $371 million for the full year 2025. The figure translates to $3.09 per share. The containership owner posted fourth quarter net income from continuing operations of $72.6 million, or $0.60 per share. The company held liquidity of $589.6 million as of December 31, 2025. The financial results reflect the spinoff of Costamare's dry bu
  • Wallenius Wilhelmsen posts strong 2025 results
    Wallenius Wilhelmsen delivered solid results in 2025. Adjusted EBITDA reached USD 1.81 bn , slightly down from USD 1.90 bn in 2024. Net profit rose to USD 1.10 bn from USD 1.07 bn. CEO Lasse Kristoffersen said: "I am proud of our team. We secured strong financial results, paid a total dividend of USD 2.11 per share , expanded our book of business, and maintained safe, resilient operations." Q4 20
  • Tanger Med handles over 11 million containers in 2025
    Tanger Med Port Complex handled 11,106,164 TEUs across its four container terminals in 2025, an 8.4% increase from 2024. Growth was driven by the commissioning of the Terminal TC4 extension operated by APM Terminals. Truck Activity: Trucks totaled 535,203 units, up 3.6%, fueled by exports of industrial goods (+4.8%) and agri-food products (+4.3%). Passenger Activity: The port served 3,220,422 pas
  • cargo-partner launches Hong Kong-Europe airfreight service
    cargo-partner, a leading airfreight provider in Hong Kong, has launched a new Hong Kong Consol service. The company now operates three weekly charter flights from Hong Kong (HKG) to Budapest (BUD) and Warsaw (WAW). The service provides secured capacity and express handling for time-critical shipments from Hong Kong and China to Europe. The service targets the automotive and high-tech/electronics
  • MITSUI E&S wins order for 17 electric RTGs at Port of Tokyo
    MITSUI E&S has secured an order for 17 electric Rubber Tyred Gantry (RTG) cranes for Y3 Berth at the Port of Tokyo. The order comes from Tokyo Port Terminal Corporation, which operates the city's container terminals. The cranes will operate at the Outer Central Breakwater Container Terminal. The Y3 terminal is under development and will feature a 16-metre water depth, a 400-metre quay, and a 500-

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Splash web site
FEBRUARY 19, 2026
  • Navios lines up $134m capesize duo
    New York-listed Navios Maritime Partners has moved to expand its dry bulk footprint, lining up two Japanese newbuilding capesizes under long-term bareboat-in arrangements. The Angeliki Frangou-led owner said in its quarterly earnings report it agreed to take the scrubber-fitted vessels from an unrelated third party on 12-year bareboat contracts. Navios holds purchase options from the ...
  • Oregon maps four offshore wind futures, from zero build to 3GW
    The US state of Oregon has unveiled a draft offshore wind roadmap outlining four potential futures off its deepwater west coast, from zero turbines to 3 GW of floating wind, with public input open until April 3. Gestating since June 2024, the Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development (DLCD) plan avoids outright endorsement, instead ...
  • Teekay Tankers offloads sole VLCC
    Teekay Tankers is pulling out of the VLCC segment, agreeing to sell its only supertanker in a deal that leaves the New York-listed owner focused squarely on suezmax and aframax tonnage. The Kenneth Hvid-led company said it has struck a deal to sell the 2013-built, 318,700 dwt Singapore Spirit - previously known as Hong Kong ...
  • New head of Poseidon Principles urges banks to keep climate disclosure alive despite US rollback
    In a climate of escalating geopolitical tension and a sharp retreat from green legislation in Washington, Paul Taylor, the newly appointed chair of the Poseidon Principles Association, has issued a staunch defence of maritime transparency. Writing on LinkedIn, Taylor, who also serves as global head of maritime industries at Societe Generale, acknowledged that the sector ...
  • Vantris to market Dolphin Drilling rig across Asian drilling markets
    Semisub rig owner Dolphin Drilling has entered into an agreement with Malaysian offshore services company Vantris Energy, formerly known as Sapura Energy, to market the Blackford Dolphin semisub. The 1974-built rig will be marketed by Vantris Energy on a non-exclusive basis in Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, and other locations. "We believe that Vantris is ...
  • Trading house BB Energy launches new shipping unit
    Energy trader BB Energy is reshaping its shipping arm, rolling all chartering and freight activities into a newly branded unit, Blue Bolt Shipping, and bringing in a seasoned industry executive to run it. Blue Bolt Shipping, a rebrand of Turbo Asia and a wholly owned subsidiary, will consolidate the group's global freight operations under one ...
  • TPAO and Shell strike Black Sea exploration partnership in Bulgaria
    Turkey's state-owned energy company, Turkish Petroleum (TPAO), has entered into a partnership with supermajor Shell for offshore exploration in Bulgaria. The agreement, the latest move in Ankara's upstream expansion abroad, will see the two companies target oil and gas in the massive Khan Tervel block. The Shell-operated Khan Tervel block spans 3,800 sq km and ...
  • Sinokor now controls one in four compliant VLCCs
    One in four compliant VLCCs are now controlled by Ga-Hyun Chung-led Sinokor, according to analysis by Norwegian broker Fearnleys, following the Korean company's dramatic supertanker raid in the S&P and charter markets over the past few months. Fearnleys suggests Sinokor now controls about 25% of the compliant fleet, noting in a weekly report how this ...
  • Borr Drilling secures fresh jackup deals and extensions across four rigs
    The Oslo- and New York-listed offshore driller Borr Drilling has revealed in its fleet status report that it secured new contracts and extensions for four of its jackups. The 2018-built Natt has won a contract extension from Eni in Congo. The extension was scheduled to last from January 2026 to February 2026. The rig has ...
  • BP awards $1bn deal for O&M on two Azeri fields
    Supermajor BP has extended platform and rig operations and maintenance contract with Turan Drilling & Engineering Company on the Azeri Chirag Gunashli (ACG) oil field and the Shah Deniz gas field in the Caspian Sea. Turan Drilling & Engineering Company is a joint venture between SOCAR and US-based Helmerich & Payne. The renewed contract covers ...
  • APM Terminals buys into DP World's Jeddah terminal
    APM Terminals has bought into a Saudi terminal owned by DP World. APM Terminals will acquire a 37.5% minority stake in the Southern Container Terminal at Jeddah Islamic Port, while DP World will retain a 62.5% majority shareholding and continue to lead the operations at the facility, which it has had a 30-year build-operate-transfer concession ...
  • Geneva Dry Dialogues: Shipfinex
    Being a shipowner is no more a dream, own a ship from as little as $1,000, states the homepage of Geneva Dry sponsor Shipfinex, a ship tokenisation platform aiming to revolutionise ship ownership and investment through fractional ownership and blockchain technology. While much of the dry bulk industry remains fixated on fuel transitions, Vikas Pandey, ...
  • Crew change travel carries a carbon cost that shipping can no longer ignore
    Pippa Ganderton, head of ATPI Halo, writes for Splash about the largely unaccounted-for environmental impact of crew change travel and why shipping cannot afford to ignore Scope 3.6 emissions. Shipping's efforts to decarbonise are rightly focused on optimising vessel performance, with the aim of reducing fuel consumption and emissions through more efficient propulsion, operational and ...

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Lloyd's List web site
FEBRUARY 19, 2026
  • Tanker execs parse Iran, Venezuela and 'seismic' Sinokor strategy
    The VLCC market hit yet another cycle peak on Thursday, with average Middle East Gulf-China rates surging to over $150,000...
  • Flag states rush to flush out fake registries in buildup to IMO meeting
    The buildup to the IMO's legal sub-committee meeting next month has seen a flurry of letters from states notifying the...
  • Danish authorities seize falsely flagged containership
    Nora is sanctioned by the US Office of Foreign Assets Control under its former name, Cerus, for its links to...
  • Navios Partners unveils two VLCC sales as Frangou girds for 'new world order'
    Outgoing tanker duo believed to be among the slew of VLCCs being snapped up by Sinokor
  • Watering down the NZF would sabotage green goals, GMF warns
    Green researchers argue that watering down the Net-Zero Framework so it can pass its next MEPC vote would do little...
  • Maersk secures first Red Sea foothold with DP World deal at Jeddah
    APM Terminals' entry into Jeddah comes as Saudi ports reel from Red Sea disruption, but signs grow that Maersk and...
  • German maritime sector under strain from Russia sanctions
    No return to previous economic ties
  • Rodolphe Saadé seals CMA CGM feeder newbuilds with Cochin Shipyard
    Newbuilding contract represents Cochin Shipyard's second order for containerships and is its most prominent to date
  • Competition and flat freight markets push DFDS into first annual loss since pandemic
    While Mediterranean operations recovered in the fourth quarter and Baltic volumes improved, margin pressure persisted
  • Panamax bulkers poised to benefit as China weighs soyabean imports from the Americas
    Cost will be key in determining whether China will follow through on Xi's commitment to raise US soyabean imports
  • The Daily View: Shipping capacity in the new world order
  • Daily Briefing
    Red Sea traffic slows under seasonal challenges and increased security risk | Zim workers take strike action following Hapag-Lloyd takeover...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
FEBRUARY 19, 2026
  • Truckload shippers look to minimize growing regulatory risks
    Asset-based carriers offer a layer of security for shippers concerned with the English language proficiency of drivers and non-domiciled CDL regulatory compliance, but it doesn't eliminate the risk fully.
  • Maersk to upsize India-USEC capacity to tap post-trade deal cargo growth
    The carrier has finalized plans to inject significant incremental westbound capacity into the market on its "MECL" service, multiple industry sources told the Journal of Commerce.
  • Southern California imports 'return to trend' after lengthy period of turbulence
    The monthly year-on-year decline in import TEUs landing in Los Angeles and Long Beach over the past half-year isn't a cargo swoon, but rather a return to normalcy, according to Larry Gross.

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TradeWinds web site
FEBRUARY 19, 2026
  • GTT anticipates logging its second-best financial performance in 2026
    LNG cargo containment specialist posts record returns for third year running
  • Denmark detains suspected false-flagged ship on US blacklist
    US sanctioned the container ship Nora in 2025 for allegedly being part of an Iranian shipping network
  • Captain of runaway VLCC charged in US after resisting military boarding
    US military team seized the Marinera in January after pursuit across the Atlantic Ocean
  • Aristidis Alafouzos: Hats off to 'unbelievable' Sinokor as it builds fleet of 150 VLCCs
    Okeanis boss is full of praise for the unprecedented acquisition play by South Korean owner
  • Going, going, almost gone: Inside Zim's long goodbye to the Big Apple
    TradeWinds takes a look at how Israel's Zim fell to a 'strategic' investor rather than insiders
  • Checkmate: How Maersk lost out to Hapag-Lloyd in Zim bidding war
    Hapag-Lloyd's $4.2bn Zim takeover followed months of tense negotiations
  • Charterers in quandary as two suezmaxes are cheaper than one VLCC
    Indian state refiner working out what to do with 2m barrels of African crude
  • Navios Partners dives into bulker newbuildings amid 'new world order'
    Angeliki Frangou's behemoth also joins growing ranks of VLCC sellers
  • Evangelos Marinakis VLCC newbuilding breaks $100,000 barrier for one-year charter
    Sources also says DHT Holdings has tied up another big tanker at $94,000 per day in red-hot market
  • Israeli regulator raises doubts over Hapag-Lloyd's $4.2bn Zim takeover
    Government Companies Authority questions consistency with Golden Share terms
  • Finance platform accelerates digital 'tokenisation' of vessels
    Dubai operation wins in-principle approval for broker-deal licence from regulators
  • ExxonMobil set to approach shipbuilders for raft of LNG newbuildings
    Energy major poised to make initial call on yards later this year
  • Landmark shipping emissions plan risks further deadlock, UCL study fears
    Report says fragility of proposed Net-Zero Framework means it could be delayed again
  • New Swiss investment venture behind suezmax newbuilding play
    European Maritime Finance spin-off targets institutional investors and family offices
  • Hafnia takeover of Torm not a foregone conclusion, Danske Bank says
    Fourth-quarter earnings could be buying opportunity, Danish bank argues
  • 'The Sinokor era': New venture with billionaire Gianluigi Aponte has unprecedented VLCC standing
    Chartering and shipbroking platform tallies South Korean owner with a massive 24% share of the spot VLCC sector
  • Volkswagen lines up $7bn takeover battle for ship engine giant
    Private equity funds and Japan's Yanmar said to be in the running for Volkswagen-owned operation
  • Arrested bulker set for online auction in South Africa
    Sea Lord will go under the hammer via Teams
  • Paris MOU bans a persistent safety offender for a year
    Veteran cargo ship has a history of port state control detentions
  • Indian giant returns to Wuhu Shipyard with four-ship order
    JSW Group orders general cargo vessels in China
  • 'Insanely good' spot performance underpins Okeanis Eco Tankers stock spike
    Analysts see rising estimates for first quarter after strong trading performance
  • Safe Bulkers stays cautious in the Red Sea and steers clear of Yemen
    US-listed bulker firm is 'closely monitoring developments', while raking in its fifth consecutive year of profits
  • Teekay Tankers exits VLCC segment as S&P fire keeps burning
    Strong rates propel owner to bigger profits amid fleet renewal
  • George Procopiou cashes in on Sinokor Maritime's unlimited appetite with the sale of 11 VLCCs
    South Korean owner's appetite for tonnage described as 'unlimited'
  • Green Seas: Can you trust the science of scrubbers?
    The scrubber wash water debate is based around research claims. But which do you trust?
  • Shipbuilder resurrects two UK government tankers in purchase deal
    Deal to acquire vessels that have been out of action since 2022
  • DNB cuts LNG spot rates outlook as 'heavy' orderbook weighs on freight markets
    Bank sees 'sustained strength' in FSRU market
  • 'Going critical': Shipping takes a step closer to nuclear reality
    Billion-dollar investments and technology developments push forward nuclear power for shipping
  • MISC bags long-term floater contract from ExxonMobil
    The FSO vessel will be deployed in Papua New Guinea's Kumul Marine Terminal
  • Maersk buys stake in DP World's Jeddah container terminal
    Danish giant's terminals operator describes investment as 'strategic step' to deepen its presence in Saudi Arabia
  • Western Bulk CEO: We're targeting growth that does not depend on markets
    Torbjorn Gjervik tells TradeWinds the company is still out to hire staff from its rivals as it focuses on niche trades
  • MISC bags long-term FSO contract from ExxonMobil
    The FSO vessel will be deployed in Papua New Guinea's Kumul Marine Terminal
  • Maersk buys stake in DP World's Jeddah container terminal
    Danish giant's terminals operator describes investment as "strategic step" to deepen its presence in Saudi Arabia
  • Pertamina-backed oil company becomes sixth to score US permission to operate in Venezuela
    Treasury Department adds France's Maurel & Prom to general licence

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FreightWaves web site
FEBRUARY 19, 2026
  • State of Freight five takeaways: a strong market likely sticking around
    The February State of Freight webinar was the third consecutive event where after months-years, really-of talking about weak freight markets , the discussion was once again about one that was increasingly strong. And as FreightWaves and SONAR CEO Craig Fuller and SONAR Zach Strickland looked out over a radically different freight landscape than just three to four months ago, it raised the inevita
  • FMCSA finalizes changes to reduce burdens on truckers
    WASHINGTON - Following a broad deregulatory initiative launched last year, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has finalized 11 of 18 rulemaking actions originally proposed in May 2025 . The final rules, published on Thursday, address a range of operational requirements, from vehicle equipment standards to administrative recordkeeping, and are an effort to modernize regulations that a
  • Detroit rolls out Gen 6 engine portfolio for Freightliner and Western Star trucks
    DETROIT - Daimler Truck North America's Detroit powertrain brand unveiled its Gen 6 heavy-duty engine portfolio Thursday. Engineers showed the updated DD13, DD15 and DD16 engines earlier that week at the company's manufacturing facility in Redford Township, Michigan. Detroit designed the lineup to meet the Environmental Protection Agency's strict 2027 emissions standards. Executives also say the
  • FMCSA issues mandatory non-domiciled CDL directives
    WASHINGTON - New guidelines released by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration reveal just how aggressive the agency plans to be in enforcing its final rule cracking down on non-domiciled CDLs. The new FAQ provides details on a federal purge of unvetted foreign drivers, introducing mandatory operational changes not detailed in the final rule issued last week . Targeting "temporary" crede
  • Asia-U.S. container rates continue to fall as industry change swirls
    Analyst Freightos said Asia-U.S. East Coast prices in the latest week fell 12% to about $3,000 per forty foot equivalent unit (FEU) and back to early December levels before pre-Lunar New Year demand picked up. The holiday is a traditional fallow period for trans-Pacific demand as China factories close for several weeks. Asia-North Europe rates slid 5% to about $2,400 per FEU, also back to Decembe
  • The Dumping Ground: Insuring America's Most Dangerous Truckers. No Questions Asked
    I knew we had significant concerns about trucking insurance, given the rising underwriting absence rates. Instant issue policies are increasingly prevalent, particularly among the worst-performing fleets. What I found was a massive hole in the regulatory framework so large that you could drive a truck through it. Based on the numbers, someone already has. About 589,690 times. I've held a CDL for
  • Autotech Ventures bets big on hard-to-copy logistics startups
    LAS VEGAS - Autotech Ventures is placing its chips on logistics startups that can't easily be copied. It's a strategy its managing director says separates lasting winners from the crowded field of AI solutions flooding the market. Numerous AI-powered freight technology companies were showcased at Manifest 2026. The early-stage venture capital firm manages roughly $600 million and focuses exclusiv
  • Canadian firm to acquire breakbulk, steel terminal at Mexico's Port of Altamira
    Logistec Corp. , a Montréal-based marine and logistics provider, has entered into an agreement to acquire 100% of IPA Terminal, a breakbulk and steel handling facility at the Port of Altamira, marking the company's first move into Latin America. The transaction, announced Tuesday, aims to position Logistec as a broader global multi-purpose marine terminal operator and expands its presence beyond
  • TFI already seeing a tough set of first quarter numbers
    The TFI International fourth quarter 2025 earnings call took place in the middle of the first quarter of 2026, but the company's two management representatives on the forum made it clear that the first three months of the year have not been going well for the trucking conglomerate. After posting adjusted earnings per share of $1.09 in the first quarter, which topped the 80 to 90 cents that TFI ha
  • ICE Is at the Truck Stops. Is Your Hiring Process Ready?
    On February 18, 2026, FreightWaves founder Craig Fuller reported that ICE agents in sprinter vans are showing up at truck stops and rounding up undocumented drivers, collecting more than 30 in a single two-hour sweep at one location. In a follow-up post, Fuller warned shippers directly: if your driver is arrested, your cargo will be stranded at an unknown location, unsecured, and likely unrecover
  • Shining a Light on Industry Excellence: Why FreightValidate Is Flipping the Script
    For the last few years, if you've followed trucking headlines, you'd think the entire industry is falling apart. Fraud schemes. Cargo theft. Crash investigations. CDL scandals. Bankruptcy filings. Rate collapses. Regulatory fights. Scroll your feed long enough and it starts to feel like trucking is nothing but dysfunction. But that isn't the full story. It never has been. For every headline that

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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.
››› Meetings File
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)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
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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