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October 3, 2012

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Guangzhou to spend US$2.02 billion on sea freight hub development project Fujian's port capacity to hit 15 million TEU mostly from Taiwan trade Chongqing's 2012 foreign trade volume up 11.3pc to 5.16 million tonnes UN's International Maritime Organisation stalls on container weights Logwin further expands in India to Ahmedabad from Mumbai and Pune Breakbulk China 2013 to focus on developments, transport solutions Airlines struggle to cope with global overcapacity midst Mideast boom Alaska study sees only modest air cargo growth with changing conditions CEVA honours suppliers at second global awards ceremony near Madrid DHL opens Energy Centre in Houston exhibiting services to energy clients

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OCTOBER 2, 2012
Asia-Europe spot rates down last week Bibby brings its heritage & expertise to shipmanagement sector ITIC continues to reward loyalty with renewal credit payments to members Lubmarine launches three new barges in Singapore MOL launches vessel safety campaign NCC receives new chemical tanker Port of Rotterdam to build 3 lay-by berths for coastal box shipping TSA announces contract rate increases for 2013-14 TT Club advocates mandatory verification of container weights Sugar exports to continue despite 4.6 pc dip in output Congestion charges to apply only after 30 days notice: US FMC to carriers East coast ports asked to follow Gujarat model GMB is Knowledge Partner for Gujarat Junction 2012 HBT issue simmers at KoPT Export credit interest cap extended Fitch revises Indias growth forecast to 6 pc US Department of Justice, FTC sign important MoU with Ministry of Corporate Affairs & CCI

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OCTOBER 2, 2012
NordStar adjusts Far East operations As of today, Russian NordStar Airlines is adjusting its operations to the country's Far East. The carrier, which currently operates Khabarovsk - Vladivostok once a week and serves ... Chep expands in Eastern Europe Chep, the pooling expert in the area of multiple-use containers and pallets, is cooperating with the Delamode Group. Delamode, the logistics and forwarding company represented in t... Turkish adds Aden With yesterday's flight departing from Istanbul, Turkish Airlines started its service expansion to the Yemen. The Sanaa flights are being operated as three flights per week (four f... Bruce Highway construction project in Australia completed After years of planning, extensive public consultations and the relocation of more than five million tonnes of earth - enough soil and rock to fill 2,000 Olympic swimming pools - ... Mercator's technologies selected by THAI Cargo Thai Airways (THAI) executive vice-president of human resources & compliance, Niruj Maneepun, and head of Mercator, Patrick Naef, signed an agreement last week that will enable... Port of Felixstowe celebrates new productivity record Felixstowe has set a new record for the number of container movements in a 12-hour shift with the recent call of the Maersk Sarnia. A total of 3431 exchanges was completed on this ... Fredrik Dahllöf becomes division manager of Freja Sweden Freja Transport & Logistics has recruited Fredrik Dahllöf as division manager South Europe for its office in Helsingborg (Sweden). Fredrik will start working for Freja on 24 Oc... Baton change at the head of Blue Water Shipping Kurt Skov, Blue Water Shipping's founder and managing director, is stepping down and appointing Kim Hedegaard Sørensen as the chief executive position. Shortly after the 40th anniv... Eurotunnel and Alstom organise Prima II tests in Channel Tunnel Eurotunnel and Alstom have successfully realised tests on the new generation Prima II locomotives to check compatibility with Channel Tunnel systems and safety standards. For this ... New freight charge in India Indian Railways has increased the service tax on goods transported by trains by up to 3.7%. The decision for levying service tax on freight and auxiliary services was taken last Su... DSV acquires Swift Freight and expands in Africa and Middle East Swift Freight, headquartered in Dubai, is a strong regional freight forwarder with 36 offices in 15 countries in Africa, the Middle East and Asia. Swift Freight specialises in tran... B&Q awards Wincanton multi-channel distribution contract British logistics service provider Wincanton has announced it has won a multi-channel distribution contract by retailer B&Q in the UK. Wincanton will manage B&Q's 1 million...

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OCTOBER 2, 2012
Turnaround whiz picked to chair Australian shipbuilder Crowley awarded $16.5 million MSC charter for ATB Austal USA launches JHSV 2 New warning to yachts on piracy dangers Another $100.4 million for Virginia class sub program VT Halter teams with DCNS for OPC program bid Capt Alex Sweeney now VP project ops at Crowley solutions Pacific Carriers takes 67% stake in Drydocks World SEA STX OSV books order for cable layer

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OCTOBER 2, 2012
Port of Everett Commission updates Mission Statement Crowley names Capt. Alex Sweeney solutions group vice president Inchcape Shipping Services promotes Francisco Villagran Port of Vancouver, USA eyes full production of new rail entrance DHS joins Canada Border Services in kickoff of new entry/exit pilot program

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OCTOBER 2, 2012
Shipping finds different paths to financing Why yards and owners are looking for alternative sources of funding Brokers predict a double-digit increase for shipowners Will any club be prepared to absorb reinsurance increases? Spanish court rules on sue and labour costs Decision consistent with earlier UK case law will be welcomed by insurers Textainer buys 81,000 teu of dry freight boxes Bermuda-based container leasing firm upgrades its fleet Is Brussels-IMO love-in too good to be true? Kallas pledges pragmatic approach to end shipping emissions deadlock Taking stock in Asia Slowdown creates high inventories that will take at least two months to clear Grimaldi and NEL Lines to co-operate on ferry route Daily departures from Brindisi to Igoumenitsa to carry both passengers and ro-ro cargo LR pulls Odfjell Terminals Rotterdam's ISO certification Move follows tank farm shutdown due to safety concerns Baltic braced to defend indices Brussels probe takes aim at benchmarks Moldova and Mongolia remove Iran-linked ships Open registers follow lead of Tuvalu, Tanzania and Sierra Leone Brussels ditches regional CO2 reduction laws for shipping Exclusive: U-turn clears the way for a breakthrough global deal at IMO Currency effects distort shipping capital gains, says Moore Stephens Accountant pushes for rule change DP World eyes Latin America investments Dubai ports giant sets its sights on the world's fast-growing emerging markets Blazing a trail A year after its launch, Daily Maersk has defied its critics Danes back US proposal for curbing emissions Danish Shipowners' Association chief voices support for cutting pollution through operational and design measures rather than financial measures A problem too far The Senkaku-Diaoyu islands dispute has the potential to widen into a setback for the shipping industry Idled boxfleet set to grow as liners go for the GRI burn Supply will need to be cut promptly if the November 1 general rate increases are to stick Intercargo attacks 'simplistic and inaccurate' Rightship green ranking Lobby group's chief condemns EVDI for applying the energy efficiency design index to existing vessels Africa's maritime chiefs seek plan for sustained growth This week 130 delegates from 30 maritime administrations meet in Mombasa, Kenya, to push forward the ambitions of the African Maritime Transport Charter Nordcapital quits KG business for now Sector claims its latest casualty as closed-end fund requirements loom A brand reborn Restructured former icon Torm at last moves forward Crew arrested after fatal ferry collision in Hong Kong Vessel on cruise to view fireworks sinks quickly as poor visibility hampers rescue operations PMSCs urged to support contractors' mental health like the military does Fitzsimons case is evidence of what can go wrong, says trauma risk expert Casualties: October 2 2012 An exclusive snapshot of casualties in the last week Cargotec to shed 245 jobs Reduction in 10,500 global workforce follows 25% fall in first half operating profit Creditors take 90% stake in troubled Torm Deal sees $100m cash injection, long term loan deferral and share takeover Atlantic Navigation lists in Singapore Middle East offshore services provider raises $8.9m on SGX's fast-growth board Excel extends equity-raising commitment Dry bulk giant uses option to defer $24.3m instalment New Zealand and Costamare reach $22.8m Rena settlement Government calls deal a 'good outcome'

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OCTOBER 2, 2012
Bankrupt B+H to liquidate OBO owner B+H Ocean Carriers, which filed for Chapter 11 protection in May, has revealed plans for an orderly sell-off of its remaining vessels Textainer hikes box ownership CONTAINER leasing company Textainer today confirmed its second major en bloc acquisition in the past three weeks TORM restructuring signed TORM, the Danish product tanker and drybulk group, today signed a restructuring plan with lenders and owners of ships it timecharters Day of the shipping zombies A SEVEN-point settlement that TORM today signed with its creditors has created another "living dead" shipping company, an analyst commented EU nations urged to seek fuel exemptions EUROPE'S leading shipowners' body said today it is banking on EU countries to intervene with the IMO on fuel sulphur limits Stronger rupee boosts Indian breakers THE RUPEE'S further gains against the dollar are encouraging ship recycling in India, as yards offered $5 per ldt more than the previous week Excel gains breathing room EXCEL Maritime has won three more months to sell equity under its debt restructuring, the NYSE-listed drybulk company has confirmed IMO alters energy plan timing SHIPS will no longer need to implement a ship energy efficiency management plan following a decision today at the IMO Cargotec to lay off 245 CARGOTEC, the Finnish maker of port handling equipment, said today it will seek 245 layoffs to improve profitability Culls urged on Asia/Europe container routes THE ODDS are very small that a rate rise in the headhaul Far East/Europe box trade will succeed next month unless carriers axe more services, a leading analyst has warned IMO chief urges state action on low-sulphur fuels GOVERNMENTS should pressure the oil and refinery industries to ensure supplies of low-sulphur fuel, according to IMO secretary-general Koji Sekimizu Seesaw seen for crude tanker utilisation CRUDE tanker utilisation is expected to drop from 87% this year to 84% in 2013, before recovering in 2014-15, DNB Bank has predicted Box price war 'now a reality' THE FORTUNES of box shipping took a turn a turn for worse in September, said a senior shipping analyst, who warned that a price war has become a reality Two Chinese yards excluded from VLCC binge SINGAPORE-listed Chinese yards Yangzijiang Shipbuilding and Cosco Corp (Singapore) are expected to be odd ones out in Beijing's newbuilding binge, Credit Suisse has warned Asian holidays hit box ship chartering A SERIES of Far East holidays this week and normal slowing at this time of year has hit box ship chartering

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OCTOBER 2, 2012
Logistics Executives Expect Revenue Gain North American logistics companies expect to increase revenue 10 percent in the coming year as they target specific industries with... Werner Enterprises Opens Detroit-Area Terminal Transportation and logistics provider Werner Enterprises on Oct. 2 announced the opening of a new terminal in Brownstown Charter Township,... EVP, COO Mike Franczak Leaves Canadian Pacific Canadian Pacific Railway on Oct. 1 announced that Mike Franczak, executive vice president and COO, has resigned. Franczak... Retailers Expect Solid Growth This Holiday Season Retail sales in November and December should increase 4.1 percent to $586.1 billion, which is higher than the 10-year average... American Firm Tapped to Modernize Iraq's Maqal Port North America Western Asia Holdings on Oct. 2 announced that it has entered a 10-year agreement with Iraq's Ministry of... Rena Wreck Compensation May Exceed $22.9 Million Daina Shipping Company, a subsidiary of Greece-based Costamare, reached a financial settlement with New Zealand's government today regarding the container... Genesee & Wyoming Completes Purchase of RailAmerica Short-line and regional railroad operator Genesee & Wyoming Inc. announced yesterday that it has completed the acquisition of RailAmerica, Inc.... APL Logistics Expands Operations in Bangladesh APL Logistics has expanded its operations in Bangladesh to meet growing demand from the apparel sector. The company has... Singapore Port Planning for Capacity of 50 Million TEUs The port of Singapore's container facilities will benefit from an investment of S$3.5 billion (US$2.85 billion) over the next decade... Osaka's Container Trade Dips 3.5 Percent The number of foreign trade containers handled by the Port of Osaka in western Japan fell 3.5 percent in the... C.H. Robinson Adds Chemical Division Logistics company C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. yesterday announced its new ChemSolutions division, which will provide services to chemical manufacturing and... Congress Passes Military Commercial Drivers License Act The U.S. Congress has passed S. 3624, the Military Commercial Drivers License Act of 2012, a bill that allows uniformed... British Columbia to Invest in Transportation Infrastructure British Columbia Premier Christy Clark on Sept. 28 detailed plans to invest more than $200 million in capital projects across... Survey: U.S. High-Tech Executives Optimistic About 2014 Export Goals U.S. high-tech executives' confidence in the future of the nation's exports has grown significantly over the past two years, due... Updated Railyards Opened at Port of Amsterdam The Port of Amsterdam and the Netherlands' ProRail have modernized two freight railyards, in compliance with European requirements. Aziehavenweg...

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OCTOBER 2, 2012
Rena owner to pay USD32m in clean-up costs US - Mexico NAFTA trade booming Surface trade between the US and its NAFTA partners, Canada and Mexico, rose by 4.6% in July compared to the same month of 2011 to USD75.7 billion. Nevertheless, ... Hoyer's IBCs being fitted with RFID technology Hamburg-based Hoyer is fitting transponders to its pool of intermediate bulk containers (IBCs), which currently number about 20,000 units, and installing a radio ... Idled boxfleet set to grow as liners go for the GRI burn With an almost across the board general rate increase [GRI] of USD500 per TEU announced by ocean carriers plying the over capacity-plagued Far East to Europe tradelane ... Nigerian ports' box traffic up 19% in H1 12 Containers handled at Nigerian ports rose by 19.4% in H1 12 with 770,996TEU handled. While empties staged the strongest rate of growth, up more than 25% to 332,917TEU, ... 'Rosier' transpac outlook - but bleaker Asia/Europe outlook Weekly spot rates from Shanghai to the US West Coast (USWC) have climbed slightly week-on-week following the announcement that the Transpacific Stabilisation Agreement ... Long Beach welcomes largest boxship ever seen in US The arrival at the weekend of the largest containership ever to call in the US marks a new stage for the transpacific trades as lines transfer vessels from struggling ... ADT cargo switch ahead of schedule Martijn van de Linde, ceo of Abu Dhabi Terminals (ADT), which operates the cargo-handling facilities at the new Khalifa port, has announced that the switch of containers ... ICC pushes to salvage Doha Round The International Chamber of Commerce [ICC] says that resolving the current trade deadlock 'is a priority for global business' opining that 'trade and investment ...

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OCTOBER 2, 2012
CMA CGM lines up injection CMA CGM appears to be closing on the finalisation of a billion-dollar debt restructuring after striking a tentative deal to accept an infusion from France's sovereign wealth fund. Trafigura's taste test Shipping circles are ripe with talk that Trafigura is keeping an eye out for opportunities to pounce on assets in and outside the sale-and-purchase market. OSG jumps on FSO deal A juicy charter contract may give Overseas Shipholding Group (OSG) a leg up during negotiations with banks over an upcoming liquidity gap, according to an analyst at Wells Fargo Securities. EXM out of the woods? Shares of Excel Maritime Carriers gained traction Tuesday morning on the back of news that its lenders agreed to extend the deadline of an at-the-market (ATM) stock offering. Police make ferry arrests Police in Hong Kong have arrested six crew over a collision between two ferries on Monday night that left 37 people dead. Golden in cape coup? Golden Union of Greece looks to have picked up a capesize resale at a knock-down price. CCB commits China Construction Bank (CCB) has pledged to keep on supporting the shipping industry, despite dire markets. SFI eyes car carriers Ship Finance International is on the brink of breaking into the car-carrier market with purchases backed by cash from its latest Wall Street fundraiser. GasLog to join bond run? Peter Livanos' GasLog could join the flock of owners turning to the bond market for cash. Moldova bows to pressure Moldova has agreed to stop accepting Iranian ships on to its register after US pressure. Alpha cape tied up Oldendorff has chartered a Greek capesize bulker as period rates pushed to five figures for the first time in three months. Clash toll to rise The death toll from the sinking of the Indonesian ferry Bahuga Jaya last week could reach 50, search and rescue teams believe. Big three make gains Shares in Japanese shipping giants have rallied despite reporting bad news over the past week. Hammer sees tanker hit A brutal clash between falling oil demand and supply growth in the third quarter suggests the tanker market's road to recovery is getting longer, RS Platou Markets says. New Times selling four Greek owners are in talks to buy cancelled bulkers at China's New Times Shipyard. Drydocks and PCL pen JV Drydocks World and Pacific Carriers of Singapore have put the finishing touches to their joint venture announced earlier this year. Banks are 'strong owners' Jacob Meldgaard has welcomed a group of banks as the majority shareholders in Torm. Better summer for ICG Ferry operator Irish Continental Group (ICG) has enjoyed a stronger summer as operating profit edged up. STX OSV scores again STX OSV has fleshed out its orderbook with a near $80m contract for a cable layer. Excel wins lifeline Excel Maritime Carriers has been given more time to carry out an equity fundraiser under its restructuring agreement. Class action kicked out A US judge has dismissed a $75m class action arising from the Costa Concordia tragedy, ruling that the claims should be heard in Italy. Torm shoots up Torm shares took flight this morning after a restructuring agreement saw the company's immediate future secured. Brittany Ferries strike ends Brittany Ferries ships will resume English Channel crossings on Tuesday after crew unions ended their rolling strike. Torm saved Torm has ended three years of financial uncertainty after striking a deal with banks and charter partners which will keep the company afloat. One killed in fire A crewman has died and two others were injured as fire ripped through a general cargoship off Vietnam. Daewoo sails past target Korea's Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering (DSME) has hit its order mark for 2012. Euronav in new FSO deal Maersk Oil has agreed to charter Euronav's 442,000-dwt FSO Africa (built 2002) for the next five years, it was confirmed Tuesday. SNC inks MR double Romania's Santierul Naval Constanta (SNC) has clinched a new tanker order from a compatriot owner. Vopak ties-up Coryton Vopak has completed the acquisition of the former Coryton refinery in the UK and now plans to convert it into an oil products terminal. Atlantic Nav joins SGX Atlantic Navigation has become the latest offshore vessel operator to list on the Singapore Stock Exchange (SGX). Azipods for icebreaker ABB has won a $35m deal to supply the propulsion plant for a new icebreaker vessel on order at the Baltic Shipyard. Costamare seal Rena deal Costamare and the New Zealand government have reached a financial settlement in respect of the grounding of the Rena. 36 die off Hong Kong A collision between two passenger ferries in Hong Kong has left at least 36 people dead.

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OCTOBER 2, 2012
ILWU head sentenced to 1 day in jail, fined $500 Robert McEllrath, president of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union, was fined $500 and sentenced to serve one day in jail and given an 89-day suspended sentence after a three-day trial in Longview, Wash., last week. Panjiva unveils global sourcing search The company's Global Search indexes information from the Web and presents shipment information - from raw materials to a variety of final goods - in an easy-to-use manner that will seem familiar to anyone that's used a popular search engine. European competition authorities review UPS-TNT deal Joaquín Almunia, vice president of the European Commission responsible for competition policy, said during a speech in Nicosia, Cyprus, there is a "need to keep an eye on deals that would increase concentration in already concentrated markets." APL Logistics opens Bangladesh quality centers The two centers, in the capital city of Dhaka and at Bangladesh's biggest port Chittagong, are in close proximity to Bangladesh's garment manufacturers. They also offer other value-added services, such as pick-and-pack, labeling and scanning. Holm-Andersen leads Data2Logistics' professional services Green Fleet expands cloud to WMS Washington Notebook: Optimism exists despite 2Q GDP downgrade MSC amends TP bunker fees CHEP Aerospace manages AirAsia X's ULDs Menlo elevates business development manager U.S. says Chinese stainless steel sinks dumped Ex-Im Bank supports satellite export to Vietnam Brand given IBIA helm MOL lowers expectations for first half LM Wind Power boosts Brazilian port

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OCTOBER 2, 2012
Filopoulos joins FT Maritime Services Company says he will contribute to growth. Prices stable in Fujairah Low demand keeps prices steady. Prices lack direction in major European ports Little movement seen as prices edge up or down. Cargill efficiency move criticised by shipowners Charterer's intention to vet ships for efficiency called 'simplistic'. Cost of low sulphur regulation 'should be borne by society' Head of IMO calls on governments to take steps to ensure availability of fuel and alternative technology. Offshore oil transfer added to Nigerian levy Tax includes 'processing,storing or transferring oil'. New bunker trader for Topoil Andersson steps up to trading role in company. High sulpur/low sulphur spread likely to remain 'wide' North American ECA is driving demand for LS product. Reality check on low sulphur fuel availability study Insufficient support for ICS proposal at MEPC 64 after US says preliminary study would be counterproductive. Tax concession will attract bunkering 'entrepreneurs' India's Kerala state extends scope of 'tax break'. Trust lacking in fuel efficiency claims Efficiency should be independently assessed to build trust, says coatings manufacturer. Bunker prices lack direction in Asian markets Demand mostly below average across key Asian ports. GB Oils extends UK business MoD ships to be bunkered by UK company. New bunker supply firm in Pakistan Shaukat Marine Services to expand its bunker tanker fleet with newbuilds. Torm inks restructuring agreement Relief that an out-of-court agreement has been secured after months of negotiations. MOL anticipates wider losses on rising bunkers Revises down its earnings forecast for first half 2012. Singapore's new port to cater to cleaner fuelled-ships Consolidating container activities into one location will provide for greater efficiency and economies of scale, says Minister.

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PORTS

In the first half of 2026, freight traffic in the port of La Spezia grew by +2.0%

La Spezia

In decisa crescita il traffico delle merci nei porti tunisini

Nel trimestre aprile-giugno è stato di 7,4 milioni di tonnellate (+8,8%)

PORTS

The port of Koper reports a 5.6% decrease in quarterly freight traffic

Ljubljana

In June the decline was -18.9%

PORTS

Strait of Hormuz crisis has severe impact on DP World's financial and operating performance

Dubai

PORTS

Container traffic at CK Hutchison terminals fell by -1% in the first six months of 2026.

Hong Kong

Excluding operations in Panama, volumes increased by +5%

PORTS

In the first half of 2026, freight traffic in the port of Hamburg decreased by -3.1%.

Hamburg

Containers amounted to four million TEUs (-3.7%)

SHIPPING

HMM's revenues increased by 29.7% in the second quarter

Seoul

Net profit down, weighed down by lower financial income

SHIPPING

Evergreen's net profit grew by 43.9% in the April-June quarter.

Taipei

Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd benefit from the recovery of the container shipping market

SHIPPING

Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd benefit from the recovery of the container shipping market

Copenhagen/Hamburg

The Danish company reports better quarterly performance than its German partner in Gemini Cooperation

PORTS

Freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado remained stable in the second quarter

Genoa

Passenger numbers drop at both ports

SHIPPING

In the second quarter, Yang Ming recorded a net profit growth of +610.7%.

Keelung

Revenues stable in the first half of 2026

ACCIDENTS

Two ships attacked in the Gulf of Oman and off the coast of Yemen

Southampton

A container ship was reportedly hit by an American helicopter

SHIPPING

The Northern Sea Route is not at all competitive with the sea route through Suez

Basel

Study by two researchers from Mokpo National Maritime University

SHIPYARDS

The auction on August 28 is expected to confirm Rheinmetall-MSC's interest in the Romanian Mangalia shipyard.

Bucharest

In the second quarter, vessel traffic in the Panama Canal grew by +9.6%, but decreased significantly in June

SHIPPING

In the second quarter, vessel traffic in the Panama Canal grew by +9.6%, but decreased significantly in June

Panama/Balboa

The ACP introduces new limitations on vessel draft and does not exclude reductions in the daily number of transits.

CRUISES

Contract with Fincantieri for the construction of a third cruise ship for Crystal is now in force

Monaco/Miami

Delivery is scheduled for 2034

ACCIDENTS

More explosions in the Strait of Hormuz area

Southampton/Tehran

Iran-Oman negotiations continue, but reopening to ship transit still seems a long way off.

SHIPPING

Shipping associations reiterate their opposition to mandatory tolls and tariffs for transiting the Strait of Hormuz.

ACCIDENTS

Two ships attacked in the Red Sea

Southampton/San'a'/New Delhi

Indian vessel "Faize Noore Oliya" sunk, Houthis claim attack on "NCC Wafa"

LOGISTICS

Prologis makes $18.8 billion offer to buy Segro

San Francisco

The combination will create a European giant in the ownership and management of logistics properties

SHIPPING

In the April-June quarter, ONE recorded an improvement in financial performance

Singapore

During the period the fleet transported almost 3.3 million containers (+2.9%)

CRUISES

Global Port Holdings' revenues grew by 27% in the first half of this year.

Istanbul

Gross operating margin up 22%

In the second quarter, naval traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +16.5%

SHIPPING

In the second quarter, naval traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +16.5%

Cairo

In the first half of 2026, growth was +14.0%

SHIPPING

In the second quarter of 2026, the Bosphorus Strait was crossed by 10,082 ships (+0.5%)

Ankara

In the first half of the year, naval traffic decreased by -0.5%

PORTS

A report by the French National Assembly notes the competitive decline of the state's port ecosystem.

Paris

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

In the first half of 2026, FS's freight transport segment recorded a -2.7% drop in operating revenues

Rome

Traffic volumes amounted to approximately 8.8 billion tonne-km (-7.3%)

PORTS

The EU ETS Observatory confirms that the emissions trading system is having a negative impact on EU ports.

Madrid

The proposed corrections are the broadening of the criteria for the designation of neighbouring container transhipment ports and a percentage reduction factor applied to the volume of CO2 emissions from ships.

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings' revenues increased by 4.9% in the second quarter of 2026.

CRUISES

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings' revenues increased by 4.9% in the second quarter of 2026.

Miami

New historical record of passengers embarking on the fleet's ships

SHIPYARDS

Fincantieri's half-year revenues remain stable

Trieste

Net profit increased by 191.4%. New orders fell by 58.5%.

PORTS

In the second quarter, freight traffic in Albanian ports grew by +8.9%

Tirana

SHIPPING

The US think tank Open Markets Institute proposes the establishment of a public container shipping company

Washington

Rao: Today the United States depends on a cartel of six foreign shipping companies

CRUISES

Royal Caribbean reports record revenue for the April-June quarter

Miami

New all-time peak in turnover in the first half of 2026

SHIPPING

In the second quarter, CMA CGM group revenues increased by +19.2%

Marseille/New York/Los Angeles

United Ports Joint Venture with Stonepeak Completed

PORTS

PortXchange: To immediately reduce shipping emissions, we need to focus on ports.

Rotterdam

PORTS

In the port of Trieste, bulk cargo is increasing and miscellaneous goods are decreasing.

Trieste

In the first six months of 2026, traffic in Monfalcone dropped by 24.9%.

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Fermerci, freight train transport production in Italy could fall to 2015 levels this year.

Rome

Map: We are faced with data that exceeds all expectations.

SHIPYARDS

Indian government approves $7.2 billion in aid for domestic shipbuilding

New Delhi

Strategy adopted today to revitalize the sector

SHIPYARDS

Two Indian shipyards included in the new EU list of ship recycling facilities proposed by the Commission

Brussels/Washington

Satisfaction of ECSA and World Shipping Council

SHIPYARDS

Hyundai and Siemens sign agreement for AI-powered shipbuilding

Washington

The goal is an autonomous manufacturing system in which all processes, including design, production, logistics, inspection and testing, are digitally connected.

ACCIDENTS

African Union condemns attacks on tankers in Red Sea claimed by Houthis

Addis Ababa

Youssouf: The security of Red Sea shipping lanes is of vital strategic importance for Africa

CRUISES

In Genoa, Fincantieri delivered the new cruise ship Explora III to Explora Journeys.

Genoa

"Explora IV" and "Explora V" will follow in 2027 and "Explora VI" in 2028.

PORTS

In the second quarter of 2019, bulk cargo volumes increased while general cargo volumes decreased.

Rotterdam

In the first half of 2026, 212.0 million tonnes of goods were moved (+0.4%)

PORTS

In the second quarter, Spanish ports handled 144.8 million tonnes of goods (+2.9%)

Madrid

Record for conventional goods and containers (in TEU)

COMPETITION

The EU Commission opens an in-depth investigation into the Saipem-Subsea7 merger.

Brussels

Brussels considers the effects of the operation to be particularly critical, especially in the SURF market.

FREIGHT TERMINALS

Medlog (MSC Group) acquires a stake in Interporto Bologna

Bologna

Caliandro: Industrial development that will allow us to achieve our rail freight traffic objectives

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

The Barcelona Port Authority will acquire 40% of Terminal Intermodal de Navarra.

Barcelona

The remaining 60% of the capital will remain with Hutchison Ports Best

In the first half of this year, Chinese seaports handled 5.87 billion tons of cargo (+3.0%).

PORTS

In the first half of this year, Chinese seaports handled 5.87 billion tons of cargo (+3.0%).

Beijing

New historical records for half-yearly and quarterly container traffic

PORTS

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.

LEGISLATION

The maritime sector is divided between cautious support and criticism over the EU ETS review.

Brussels/Washington/
Copenhagen/Piraeus/Rotterdam

ACCIDENTS

Yet another attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz

Southampton

A tanker was hit and abandoned by the crew.

SHIPPING

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.

PORTS

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

TRANSPORTATION

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

SHIPPING

For Assarmatori, the Commission's proposal on the EU ETS is timid, while more courageous measures were expected

Brussels

TRANSPORTATION

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.

ACCIDENTS

Another ship was hit by a shell in the Strait of Hormuz

Southampton/Tampa

US Marines conducted an inspection aboard a sanctioned oil tanker

PORTS

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

PORTS

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.

PORTS

COSCO Shipping Ports sets new quarterly and half-year container traffic records

Hong Kong

ACCIDENTS

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

PORTS

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.

CRUISES

Turkey's GIH acquires Royal Caribbean's stakes in Kusadasi and Lisbon cruise terminals

Istanbul

Shareholdings rose to 99.99% and 60% respectively

PORTS

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

SHIPPING

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

SHIPPING

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

The rail sector is calling for recognition of its contribution to decarbonisation in the EU ETS review.

Brussels

ACCIDENTS

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

SHIPPING

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

SHIPPING

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

SHIPPING

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%)

SHIPPING

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%

ACCIDENTS

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.

SHIPPING

Danish DFDS's quarterly financial performance improves

Copenhagen

In the April-June quarter, rolling stock transported by the fleet increased by 1.1%. Passengers decreased by 8.9%.

PORTS

Container traffic at HHLA terminals decreased by -8.0% in the second quarter

Hamburg

Revenues increased by 2.5%. Operating costs increased by 5.7%.

PORTS

The Livorno Port Authority creates an internal task force for the Darsena Europa project.

Livorno

The aim is to ensure a unified coordination with the commissioner structure that follows the project

COMPANIES

Costa Cruises announces change of management for the Americas region.

Genoa

Jorge Serrano Martín de Vidales will replace Dario Rustico

INDUSTRY

MSC installs Jotun's proactive hull cleaning system on MSC Daniela

Sandefjord

Combines advanced antifouling technology with robotic inspection and cleaning

SHIPPING

Wan Hai Lines reports a 965.6% increase in quarterly profit

Taipei

The company orders six new 11,000 TEU containerships

PORTS

In the second quarter, cargo traffic in Montenegrin ports decreased by -5.8%

Podgorica

Cargoes to and from Italy dropped by -40.6%

SHIPPING

The Grimaldi Group has taken delivery of the Grande Pacifico

Naples

The vessel is the first of five new sister PCTCs with a capacity of 9,800 ceu

COMPANIES

In 2025, the Fratelli Cosulich group's revenues amounted to 1.9 billion euros (-11.5%)

Genoa

Net profit of 20.0 million euros (-3.0%)

MOURNING

Maurizio Longo, Secretary General of Trasportounito, has passed away.

Rome

He passed away in Rome after a long illness.

PORTS

Terminal Investment Limited abandons Tercat acquisition

Brussels

It provided for joint control of the Barcelona terminal with Hutchison Ports

PORTS

Work has been completed to activate cold ironing at the Porto Corsini cruise terminal in Ravenna.

Ravenna

PORTS

Acceleration of the redevelopment process for the former CIVAM area in the port of Vibo Valentia Marina

Vibo Valentia

The area will be transformed into new yards for commercial logistics

COMPANIES

Maersk Group sells Maersk Training and Maersk H2S Safety Services

Copenhagen

They will be sold to the US Open Gate Capital, specialized in industrial carve-out operations

PORTS

In the April-June quarter, the port of Venice handled 6.3 million tons of goods (-1.2%)

Venice

Cruise passengers down by -15.3%

PORTS

In the second quarter, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna recorded a sharp increase of +10.9%

Ravenna

In the first six months of 2026 the increase was +5.9%

LOGISTICS

DP World acquires six GXO logistics sites in the UK

Dubai

186,000 square meters and 2,000 employees change hands: this is the transfer imposed by the British Antitrust for the acquisition of Wincanton

LOGISTICS

DHL soars in the second quarter, but not everywhere

Bonn

Revenue and EBIT in double digits. Express performed well, while Supply Chain and Post & Parcel Germany fared less well.

SHIPPING

Global Ship Lease reports record quarterly and half-year revenues

Athens

Rising costs impact profits

PORTS

DP World to build temperature-controlled logistics hub in the port of Antwerp

Dubai/Kallo

SHIPPING

GNV will activate a third maritime service to Algeria on Saturday

Genoa

The Civitavecchia-Annaba line will complement the existing routes from Sète to Algiers and Bejaia.

SHIPPING

Danaos Corporation reports quarterly revenue growth of 4.7%.

Athens

The containership segment remains stable. Bulk carriers continue to contribute.

ACCIDENTS

A bulk carrier hit by a shell in the Strait of Hormuz

Southampton/London

One crew member is reportedly missing.

PORTS

This year, 800,000 cruise passengers are expected in Messina.

Messina

Passengers make a direct expenditure of almost 16 million euros in the city

PORTS

Container traffic at the Port of New York grew by 1.6% in the second quarter

New York

In the first six months of 2026, 4.43 million TEUs were handled (+0.2%)

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

HZ Cargo and Railtrans form joint venture for intermodal transport

Zagreb

The aim is to activate a traffic of over 500 thousand tons between the ports of Croatia and the markets of Central Europe.

PORTS

ICTSI posts record net income of $363 million (+24.2%) in the second quarter

Manila

ACCIDENTS

Another GasLog vessel hit while leaving the Persian Gulf

Piraeus/Southampton

Damage to the engine room

SHIPPING

Finnlines reports record quarterly revenues

Helsinki

In the April-June period, net profit was 42.9 million euros (+64.7%)

COMPANIES

Spinelli Group approves 2025 sustainability report

Genoa

Production value grew by 5%. New hires increased by 48%.

PORTS

Fabrizio Marilli will be the new secretary general of the Central Adriatic Sea Port Authority.

Ancona

The Management Committee has approved the institution's budget adjustment

PORTS

The Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has adopted the 2026-2028 Port Plan.

Genoa

Projections for 2028 indicate an increase of approximately 150 employees in the ports of the system

PORTS

The Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority has approved the budget adjustment change.

Gioia Tauro

It records higher revenues and higher expenses of 1.69 million euros

EDUCATION

One and a half million euros for training in Tuscan ports

Livorno

The Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority has presented its 2026-2028 training plan.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

Terminali Italia will manage the Orte intermodal terminal starting next year.

Rome

It has approximately 96,000 square meters of yards and three tracks

TRANSPORTATION

Italy and Tunisia sign a collaboration agreement in the transport and logistics sector

Rome

ACCIDENTS

Another Saudi-owned Bahri ship attacked by Houthis in the Red Sea

Southampton/Sana'a/Riyadh

Yemeni militants' spokesman claimed responsibility for the attack on the chemical tanker "NCC Ghazal"

INFRASTRUCTURE

The final breakthrough of the two main tunnels of the Brenner Base Tunnel was achieved today.

Bolzano

The two construction sites are connected approximately 1,400 meters below the Brenner Pass

LOGISTICS

UPS revenues increased 7.6% in the second quarter

Atlanta

Net profit amounted to $604 million (-52.9%)

LOGISTICS

In 2025, the revenues of the Italian logistics company Nord Ovest grew by +13.6%

Wedge

Net profit down 8.3%

PORTS

Quarterly freight traffic increased at the ports of Algeciras and Barcelona. Valencia saw a decline.

Algeciras/Barcelona/
Valencia

Increase in containers at the Catalan port

COMPANIES

Fincantieri signs agreement with NextGeo's reinvesting partners

Trieste

The operation is part of the development strategy in the diving segment

PORTS

The update to the DPSS of the ports of Sardinia has been adopted.

Cagliari

Resolution of the Management Committee of the Port System Authority

PORTS

ICTSI acquires the ATU12 and ATU18 bulk terminals at the Brazilian port of Aratu.

Sao Paulo/Manila

They will be sold by SIMPAR for approximately 355 million dollars

SAILING LIST

Visual Sailing List

	Departure ports
	Arrival ports by:
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	-	country
	-	geographical areas

INDUSTRY

Konecranes reports decline in quarterly financial performance as orders increase

Helsinki

The value of orders relating to port equipment grew by +17%

PORTS

Fourteen regions are in favor and five are against the bill on port governance reform.

Rome

Rixi: Let's now continue the institutional process with the aim of achieving a balanced reform.

LOGISTICS

Kuehne+Nagel's net sales increased by 8% in the second quarter.

Schindellegi

Performance improved markedly in the air freight segment

ASSOCIATIONS

Assagenti's management team has been renewed.

Genoa

The composition of the executive committee and the chairmen of the commissions

PORTS

DP World signs preliminary agreement to build two terminals at Fujairah Port

Dubai

FREIGHT TERMINALS

VIO - Vado Ligure Interport Board of Directors Renewed

Genoa

Pierangelo Olivieri has been appointed president

INDUSTRY

Kalmar's turnover increased by 14% in the second quarter

Helsinki

New orders value stable

OFFSHORE

Saipem wins new offshore drilling contract off Ivory Coast

Milan

It was awarded by Eni Côte d'Ivoire

LOGISTICS

DSV's quarterly performance continues to grow, boosted by the Schenker acquisition.

Hedehusene

Net profit of DKK 2.6 billion (+11.5%) was recorded in the April-June period of 2026.

ASSOCIATIONS

Falteri (Federlogistica) has been co-opted into the Board of the European Logistics Association

Genoa

International collaboration protocol on integrated logistics with ACLI Terra

SHIPPING

GCC urges international community to protect maritime transport against Houthi threats

Riyadh

Reaction to the announcement of a maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia

EDUCATION

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.

INDUSTRY

Wärtsilä records sharp increase in new order value in second quarter

Helsinki

Net turnover decreased by -2%

NEWS

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.

SHIPPING

Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean to build six 13,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships

Keelung

Contract valued at over $1.2 billion

ACCIDENTS

The toll of attacks on ships in the Black Sea worsens

Odessa

Ten dead on board a ship leaving the port of Odessa

ACCIDENTS

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

SHIPPING

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.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

ALIS: Commission's proposals on the EU ETS are positive, but serious issues remain.

Rome

PORTS

MIT adopts cold ironing guidelines

Rome

The aim is to ensure clear, uniform and transparent criteria for all Port System Authorities.

CRUISES

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%

PORTS

Western Liguria Port Authority approves 2026 budget update

Genoa

PORTS

Assiterminal clarifies its doubts about the responsibilities assigned to Porti d'Italia Spa.

Genoa

INDUSTRY

ABB buys British Rotork

Zurich/London

The Bath-based company specializes in flow control and industrial automation.

PORTS

Central Adriatic Port Authority refinances €100 million from the Infrastructure Decree

Ancona

The funds concern seven strategic interventions of the port system

PORTS

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%

SEAFARERS

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

PORTS

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

PORTS

Italian Ports:

Ancona

Genoa

Ravenna

Augusta

Salerno

Bari

Savona

Leghorn

Taranto

Naples

Trapani

Carrara

Palermo

Trieste

Venice

Italian Interports: list

World Ports: map


DATABASE

		Shipowners		Shipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
		Forwarders		Ship Suppliers
		Shipping Agents		Truckers

MEETINGS

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

MEETINGS

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

Empire buys back: After Tata, Adani can rewrite India's colonial past

(The Economic Times)

Govt does not interfere in port management appointments - Loke

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

ASSITERMINAL

Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato

Roma, 19 giugno 2025

››› File

PORTS

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

PORTS

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%)

PORTS

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

PORTS

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

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

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.

PORTS

Port of Gioia Tauro: tender launched for completion of dredging activities

Gioia Tauro

The expected duration of the contract is 60 days

PORTS

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%)

SHIPYARDS

The first steel cutting of the Carnival Destiny cruise ship.

Monfalcone

Fincantieri and Carnival celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of their collaboration

PORTS

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.

LOGISTICS

European Logistics Observatory established

Brussels

The aim is to strengthen the competitiveness, resilience and sustainability of European logistics.

INDUSTRY

Agreement reached at Mimit with JSW to relaunch the Piombino steelworks

Rome/Livorno

Gariglio: Strengthening integration between port docks and industrial areas

SHIPYARDS

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

SHIPPING

Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL return to quarterly revenue growth

Keelung/Taipei

Four consecutive quarters of decline behind us

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

Project for a direct rail link between the port of Gioia Tauro and the Interporto D'Abruzzo

Pescara

LOGISTICS

Tax fraud on labor in the logistics sector

Milan

€28 million seized from four Milanese companies

JOBS

PSA Genova Pra', the state of agitation has been lifted following the successful completion of the cooling procedure.

Genoa

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