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BRIEFS

April 1, 2014

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CMA CGM profit up 22.8pc to US$408 million on asset sale, revenues flat Wan Hai profits up 16pc to US$68.9 million despite 5pc revenue fall Suez Canal traffic suffers 4pc decline in 2013 to 16,516 transits CSCL, Hanjin, Evergreen receive three 8,000-10,000 TEU ships Vinalines calls consultants to advise on IPO and port privatisation Brace for big shipping, logistics upheaval with Crimea crisis: Ti Canadian minister squelches global warmist hopes for Arctic passage Jinan and Heze government cooperate to build rail logistics park Shanghai auto-distribution unit boasts highest daily order processing DHL and UTLC launch China-Europe rail freight forwarding partnership Biggest showing ever at Singapore's Asia Pacific Maritime APM 2014 Armed guard firm wins Lloyd's Register ISO/PAS 28007 certification Obama will seek to end tariffs on eco-goods in current trade talks Unitechnik redesigns cold-storage logistics hub in Middle East Two ex-Cargolux execs starting work for Russia's Volga-Dnepr TSA super fussy and costly when acting against cargo security risks Kenya Airways to boost Europe to Nairobi with first 787 Dreamliner

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MARCH 31, 2014
Large vessels making waves on smaller trades MoS considering regulating service provider charges Shipping confidence hits highest level since 2008 Thailand bets big on seaborne trade with India JN Port handles over 4.15 m TEUs in 2013-14 Ports around the world expected to grow in 2014 Forex hedging rules eased for ex-im trade Forex reserves shoot up by $1.83 bn to $297.28 bn Reliance to develop offshore blocks in Myanmar

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EU examining Italy's railfreight market Queensland government searching for railfreight operator Big fish drops off Iata hook CMA CGM reports healthy increase in net profit World Airways ceases operation Promotions at Astag Cooperation on rail route China-Europe Port of New York needs new chairman MOL steers ahead for "solid growth" Cargoline welcomes Sittam as new partner in Italy Saudia Cargo increases UK and US belly capacity New offices in Australia and New Zealand Growth in a troubled market Shipping confidence reaches highest level FedEx Freight opens container freight station in Chicago Stansted's cargo price controls removed

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MARCH 31, 2014
Oaktree-backed Harkand charters HOS OCV Pirates fire at AMPTC tanker Nigeria detains two maritime security guards More shipowners opt for exhaust gas scrubbers Cigarette demands cause Suez incidents SX 157 award biggest yet for Ulstein D&S Vigor Portland books MSC contract Damen delivers Shoalbuster to MCS

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MARCH 31, 2014
MarAd announces test results of renewable biofuel for vessel use FESCO adds FESCO NOVIK to fleet of Ice Class vessels Terminal music program expanding at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Alaska Airlines expanding Sea-Tac Airport flight list Truckload Carriers Association names Shepard Dunn chairman

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MARCH 31, 2014
Genco gets one more day Company reaches waiver agreement with lenders Shagang arrests HNA crude tanker Shagang continues to pursue HNA with 'clear message' of second arrest in two weeks Marine environment protection committee meets in London IMO member states debate whether to delay Tier III NOx emission rules China Rongsheng admits losing all offshore orders Lack of export credit insurance and bank financing puts brakes on lucrative offshore deals Solvang boosts scrubber orders to meet pending sulphur challenge Norwegian owner orders more exhaust gas cleaning systems on newbuildings Euronav's Rodgers takes helm at International Tanker Owners Pollution Federation Former Maersk Tankers chief Hanne Sørensen steps aside to focus on Damco Transport lender bullish on smaller LPG carriers CIT looking for more deals after Epic Gas loan Exmar sees profit boost on disposals Turnover down at Saverys gas specialist China Merchants issues $2bn in mandatory convertible securities China port player reports net profit up 18.8% in 2013 CMA CGM upgrades six newbuildings to 17,700 teu French line scales up to match P3 partners Maersk and Mediterranean Shipping Co Chemnav reaches for $115m to help fund six newbuilds Move reflects increased attention on chemical tankers Shipowner groups welcome Brussels move on consortia regulations Extending the rules would offer legal certainty, say three top associations Boxship sells to Indian breakers for more than $500 per ldt Free to read: GMS warns of 'delirious optimism' as volatile market delivers a string of high-priced deals NYK aims to triple net profit and invest $8bn in strategic sectors Japanese shipping giant bets on LNG and offshore business CMA CGM cuts debt by 20% as terminals sale boosts net profit to $408m Updated: P3 lines prepare for July start date, pending final antitrust clearance Shipping confidence hits a six-year high Survey reveals boost from recovering rates and private equity involvement Rising values spark boom in first-quarter tanker sales and purchases Experts report nearly $4bn worth of deals as amount of tonnage sold is doubled Ten ships search Indian Ocean for Malaysian Airlines flight MH370 Australia reports no new progress finding aircraft missing with 239 passengers Wrist Ship Supply posts 25% annual profit growth Danish ship supplier cites improved efficiency and expanding shipping and offshore markets MOL seeks to double net profit by pushing into LNG and offshore Japanese shipping giant plans to cut exposure to bulkers, tankers and boxships Yang Ming reports $95m net loss Poor rates environment blamed for Taiwan line's weaker 2013 operating performance Evergreen Marine posts $49m loss for 2013 Slip into the red on flat revenue reflects last year's tough rates environment China Rongsheng posts a deeper annual loss of $1.4bn Revenues fall 83% on-year, as shipbuilder strikes credit-relief deal with its banks

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MARCH 31, 2014
Dry bulker prices extend gains Values of second-hand dry bulk vessels continued to appreciate across all segments last week despite a softer sentiment on the freight markets, a shipping analyst has noted. Faulty ship's lifeboat led to serious injury A ship's engineer on board the Maltese registered bulk carrier Aquarosa was seriously injured when a lifeboat was accidently released during an inspection this month, the Australian Transport Safety Authority reported today. CMA CGM profits up 23% Container line operator CMA CGM ran up a $26M deficit in the final quarter of 2013 but still pushed up full year profits 22.8% year on year to $408M.496694.timg Vinashinlines starts bankruptcy proceedings Vinashin Ocean Shipping Company (Vinashinlines) has asked to start bankruptcy procedures at the Ha Noi People's Court, Vietnam's official media have reported. Avance seeks $100M in Oslo IPO Avance Gas Holding Ltd says it has resolved to launch an IPO and to apply for a listing of its common shares on the Oslo Stock Exchange. Wilh. Wilhelmsen completes bond issue Wilh. Wilhelmsen ASA says it has completed an issue of a NK800M ($133M) worth five-year senior unsecured bond with maturity due in April 2019. ABG shipyard debt restructuring agreed Lenders of debt-ridden ABG Shipyard have cleared its debt restructuring and given a Rs 21Bn ($350M) lifeline to India's largest private shipbuilder. Indian port hunts for illegal gold and cash Port authorities in India are today searching for a consignment of gold and currency thought to have arrived illegally by ship. Troubles over the rainbow for Boskalis Dredging in Maldives has been halted after property and vegetation was covered with sediment as a result of 'rainbowing' - the spraying of material from a dredger's bow-mounted nozzle. MOL Group introduces new management plan Japan's Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) announced its new three-year mid-term management plan that will take effect in April 2014. Nam Cheong sells two offshore vessels Nam Cheong Limited today reported that it has sold another two vessels worth approximately $43.1M, making it a record sale of seven vessels within the first three months of this year. RSHI losses shoot up in 2013 China Rongsheng HI (RSHI) today said its losses shot up 1415% year on year to CNY8.7Bn ($1.4Bn) in 2013, due to delayed new vessel buildings and deliveries, as well as surging provisions.

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MARCH 31, 2014
Canada, US Rail Proposals Could Lower Prices But Hurt Service WASHINGTON - Some U.S. and Canadian railcar shippers could get some pricing relief if efforts in Washington, D.C., and Ottawa to change switching rules take effect. Switching, or transferring loaded railcars from one railroad's track to another's, is what knits together the North American rail system for everything from tank cars... Changing With the Times Q: I know you've been writing the Q&A column for about 50 years, and I guess you've been in the transportation industry for longer than that. From what I know of the industry's history, there have been a lot of changes over that time. I'm wondering what you think about all... Lufthansa Cargo Braces for Three-Day Strike Lufthansa Cargo's services face severe disruption beginning tomorrow as pilots across the German airline stage a three-day strike. The strike by more than 5,500 pilots, the majority in Lufthansa's passenger division, to protest changes in retirement conditions, is due to run from 10:00 p.m. GMT on April 1 until 9:59 p.m.... KKR Backs European Locomotive-Leasing Firm KKR, the U.S.-based global investment group, today announced it is supporting a new European locomotive leasing firm to capitalize on the emergence of private companies spurred by rail deregulation across the continent. European Locomotive Leasing (ELL), which is expected to focus mainly the rail freight sector, has signed a contract to... TPM 2014 Sponsored Video: Port of Long Beach Al Moro, acting executive director of the Port of Long Beach, discusses growth prospects for 2014, what sets the port apart from competitors, and the port's environmental programs, especially those aimed at shipping lines, as well as steps, such as its capital improvement projects, aimed at meeting new competitive challenges.... CMA CGM's Net Profit Soars on Sale of Ports Unit Stake CMA CGM's net profit surged almost 23 percent in 2013, driven by the sale of a stake in its ports unit, but the French ocean carrier lost money in a volatile fourth quarter. The world's third-largest carrier booked a consolidated net profit of $408 million against $332 million in 2012, bloated... Truckers Rethinking Rate Expectations: TCP Survey According to the calendar, spring began March 20. In terms of truck capacity, however, spring got its start in December or January, according to Richard Mikes. "Capacity is one season out of phase," said Mikes, a partner at financial advisory firm Transport Capital Partners. "This year, the winter season was the...

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MARCH 31, 2014
Navios closes notes sale Navios Maritime Acquisition has completed the sale of $60m in notes, in part to help fund a recently delivered VLCC newbuilding. Six pack of picks Jefferies has picked a sextet of New York-listed shipowners as the most attractive investment targets for the next year or two. Explorer to get upgrade Royal Caribbean International has announced an upgrade programme for a 14-year-old cruiseship that will be repositioned to the United Kingdom. Grand China VLCC arrested Grand China's 305,000-dwt tanker GC Guangzhou (built 1999) has been arrested in South Korea, in a move almost simultaneous with the release of a capesize bulker previously arrested in Australia -- in both cases by China's Shagang Shipping. Chinese steel stockpiles dip Chinese steel stockpiles declined by 2% this week, a sign that could bolster iron ore import demand and the bulker market, according to Commodore Research. Greek crews out again Greek seafarers union PNO has called another strike in protest at contract amendments. Harkand adds one Oaktree Capital-backed subsea outfit Harkand is boosting its presence in the US with the addition of another Jones Act compliant vessel. Paper proving popular Dry cargo FFA trading has reached a post-crash high as rates recover and outside investors play a larger role in shipping, SSY Futures says. Wells tunes SSW forecast Wells Fargo Securities has dialed up its profit expectations for Seaspan after the containership owner revealed further details about its newbuilding orderbook. Minoan curbs loss Grimaldi-controlled Greek ferry operator Minoan Lines chopped its loss in 2013 thanks to tight cost control. Sainty seals box quartet China's Sainty Marine has clinched a deal to build four 2,350-teu containerships for Dutch owner Universal Marine. Yang Ming loss jumps Taiwan's Yang Ming has posted a bigger loss for 2013 as expenses outstripped revenue. Icon scraps tanker A tanker at the centre of a US oil spill in 2010 has been sent for demolition in Pakistan, brokers say. Wrist earnings stronger Denmark's Wrist Ship Supply has increased 2013 profit by 25% as revenue grew. Fesco reverses the red Russia's Far Eastern Shipping Company (Fesco) overturned a big loss in 2012 to return to the black last year. Owners clinch Chinese cash German owners Peter Dohle and Bernard Schulte have signed finance deals worth $1.2bn with Export-Import Bank of China (China Exim Bank). Fredriksen buys Greek brace John Fredriksen's Frontline 2012 is said to have snapped up two resales from a Greek owner in what would mark its first investment in the crude tanker market in more than two years. Holdups hinder Portsmouth plan Political holdups could see a lifeline for shipbuilding in Portsmouth transferred to a site in Dubai. CMA CGM soars Growing volumes and an asset sale have helped French container line CMA CGM to a bigger profit for 2013. Pac wins newbuild work Pacific Radiance has secured a $100m charter contract for the newest addition to its fleet. Solvang VLGC goes long Solvang has secured a long term charter for one of its jointly owned VLGCs. MOL sets growth course Japanese owner MOL has unveiled a new three-year plan aimed at boosting profit to JPY 110bn ($1.06bn) before 2020. GasLog execs not selling GasLog executives are not looking to sell off shares despite an SEC filing clearing the way for a large chunk of stock to be traded. Evergreen a deeper red Taiwanese container line Evergreen's loss has increased in 2013 as revenue fell and costs rose. Nakilat eyes more of Maran JV Qatari shipping group Nakilat may look to boost its stake in an LNG joint venture with Greek shipowner Maran Gas beyond the current 40% mark. PIL in scrap score Pacific International Lines has secured a strong scrap price for one of its handysize boxships. Three missing in smash Three crew are missing after a collision that sank their cargoship in thick fog off China. Chu Kong stronger Hong Kong ferry and terminals group Chu Kong Shipping Enterprises (CKSE) has posted improved 2013 profit as revenue climbed. Tanker crew evacuated A Schulte-managed tanker has suffered a fire while anchored off Spain. Tanker shot at in Hormuz A tanker has come under fire in a rate attack in the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday. Rongsheng ends in red Rongsheng Heavy Industries Group, China's largest private shipbuilder, posted a second straight annual loss on Monday. Nam Cheong sells OSVs Nam Cheong has sold another two offshore support vessels in two separate deals worth $43.1m. Bumi wins Angola gig Bumi Armada has secured a letter of intent (LOI) to supply an FPSO for Angola in a deal potentially worth $2.9bn. UK nationals held Nigerian authorities have detained two security contractors over allegations of crude oil theft from the West African nation.

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MARCH 31, 2014
U.S. steel imports rise slightly in February IATA cargo head to retire in June AgTC: Prepare for West Coast port disruption Analysis: 'System of engagement' a new goal for supply chain Last week, Greg Johnsen of GT Nexus took part in an EBN live chat about the role networks play in modern supply chains and made a point about the nomenclature that companies use for the systems that bind their enterprises. USITC: Small/midsize U.S. exporters hindered in EU export efforts Standards and a variety of other trade barriers in the European Union disproportionately affect the exports of U.S. small and medium-sized enterprises more than those of large firms, according to a new report by the USITC. Chairman of NY/NJ Port Authority resigns David Samson, the chairman of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, has resigned, effective immediately, said New Jersey Governor Chris Christie on Friday afternoon. Port Vancouver port begins truck strike recovery Containers are moving again at a more-normal volume after federal, provincial and port officials agreed four days ago to improve compensation for delivery drivers to end a six-week strike at Port Metro Vancouver. CMA CGM's 2013 profit boosted by terminal sale ZIM shrinks operating loss in 2013 BMW to expand auto production in S.C. COSCO reports 2013 profit after selling assets AMI expands in Australia/New Zealand Executive moves Drewry: Air rates continue decline in February

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MARCH 31, 2014
Prices start week mixed across Europe IFO prices soft in Istanbul. Prices soft in Fujairah Tight avails in Cape Town. Piraeus: Ferry strike called Set to last until early Wednesday morning. Security contractors arrested in Nigeria for alleged crude oil theft Security firm denies allegations. South Korean refiner buys fuel to use as feedstock But regional fuel oil market remains well supplied. Bunker tankers complete maintenance Two Lukoil tankers on scheduled maintenance. Full-scale bunker operations four years behind schedule Bunker operations 'could begin in Hambantota in April'. DNV GL ups stake in weather data company As shares change hands in company. Operators worry less about cost of bunker fuel Players less concerned about bunkers in Moore Stephens survey. More scrubber orders for Wartsila New business includes option and retrofits. Asian prices show little movement Hong Kong players ready for new sulphur regulations. Bunker prices 'changed the economics of ship design' High fuel prices condemn ships to early scrapping. DFDS: Scrubber installations on schedule Firm will be installing scrubber on its sixth vessel in early April. Number of bunker players set to fall, says executive 'Only a few of the big names in the industry with deep pockets will remain in service.' Florida-based firm offering biofuel for vessels Product is compatible for use in low and medium speed diesel engines, says CEO. Combustion quality spec unlikely to be part of next ISO 8217 revision CCAI will probably be kept as indicator of ignition quality despite shortcomings. Titan Petrochemicals issues profit warning Troubled group delays result announcement.

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FROM THE HOME PAGE

TRANSPORTATION

The European Parliament and the Council have reached an agreement on the calculation of greenhouse gas emissions from transport.

Brussels

Incentives are foreseen for small and medium-sized enterprises

AWARDS

The English port of Shoreham has won the ESPO Award for Social Integration of Ports.

Brussels/Rome

Assoporti received a special mention for its project on gender inequalities.

In the third quarter, the Ocean division of the Maersk group recorded a decrease in revenues of -17.4%.

SHIPPING

In the third quarter, the Ocean division of the Maersk group recorded a decrease in revenues of -17.4%.

Copenhagen

Container ship volumes increased by 7.0%. The Danish company highlights the benefits of the VSA Gemini Cooperation.

FREIGHT TERMINALS

The Chamber of Deputies has approved the final text of the proposed law on interports

Rome

Applause from the United Interports Union

TRANSPORTATION

ECSA and T&E welcome the STIP plan presented by the European Commission

Brussels

CER applauds measures to accelerate the development of high-speed rail

PORTS

Only one proposal admitted to the competition for the construction of mooring points outside the protected waters of the Venice lagoon

Venice

It will now have to be developed by the proposing entity

TRANSPORTATION

The European Commission presents the plan to ensure the sustainability of maritime and air transport by guaranteeing the production of the necessary alternative fuels

Brussels

The one to accelerate the development of high-speed rail is also ready

In the third quarter, naval traffic in the Suez Canal grew by +2.5%

SHIPPING

In the third quarter, naval traffic in the Suez Canal grew by +2.5%

Cairo/Ismailia

10.6% increase in transits in September

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

The first freight train opens the new Austrian Koralm railway line.

Villach

The infrastructure is part of the European Baltic-Adriatic Corridor

CRUISES

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings reports record quarterly revenue

Miami

Decrease in passengers embarked

PORTS

In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Palermo grew by +3.1%

Palermo

Cruise passengers increased by 8.8%. Ferry passengers decreased by 2.7%.

Italian De Wave Group acquires compatriots IVM, Electrical Marine, O.M. Project, and Cantieri Navali San Carlo

INDUSTRY

Italian De Wave Group acquires compatriots IVM, Electrical Marine, OM Project, and Cantieri Navali San Carlo

Genoa

Pompili: Our strategy is aimed at creating a national hub for the shipbuilding industry.

In the July-September quarter, ONE's revenues decreased by -24%

SHIPPING

In the July-September quarter, ONE's revenues decreased by -24%

Singapore

The company's fleet transported more than 3.3 million containers (+1%)

Stena Line buys Finnish shipping company Wasaline

SHIPPING

Stena Line buys Finnish shipping company Wasaline

Gothenburg/Vaasa

The ferry "Aurora Botnia" will remain the property of the cities of Vaasa and Umeå

PORTS

Global Ports Holding will build and operate a cruise terminal in the port of Ferrol.

London/Ferrol

30-year concession contract

SHIPYARDS

HD Hyundai partners with Siemens to revitalize US shipbuilding

Seongnam/San Francisco

SHIPPING

In the July-September quarter, vessel traffic in the Bosphorus Strait decreased by -0.5%

Ankara

In the first nine months of 2025 the decline was -4.7%

SHIPPING

In the third quarter, naval traffic in the Panama Canal grew by +7.0%

Panama

They transported a total of 62.6 million tons of goods (-0.4%)

PORTS

Foreign traffic at Chinese seaports reached a historic record in the third quarter

Beijing

Containers also reach their maximum peak

PORTS

The approval process for the Catania Port Master Plan has been completed.

SHIPPING

COSCO Shipping Holdings' revenues decreased by 20.4% in the third quarter.

Hong Kong

Containerized cargo carried by the Chinese group's fleet increased by +4.9%

TRADE

US and China to suspend reciprocal taxes on each other's ships for a year

Washington/Beijing

Tariffs introduced to hit Chinese exports will be reduced in exchange for Beijing's aggressive fight against fentanyl.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

Intermodal transport operators and associations urge the German government to take measures to save the sector

Brussels

Open letter to the Minister of Transport and the CEO of the DB Group

PORTS

COSCO Shipping Ports reports record quarterly revenue

Hong Kong

The July-September period closed with a net profit of 99.2 million dollars (-3.6%)

INDUSTRY

CIMC's container sales decreased by -36.0% in the third quarter

Hong Kong

The reduction is due to lower demand for dry cargo containers

INDUSTRY

Agreement between IDS (Fincantieri) and Next Geosolutions for the development of Unmanned Surface Vehicles

Trieste/Naples

They will be used for civilian purposes in the Oil & Gas and renewable energy sectors

PORTS

A cooperation agreement between the Italian and Indian port systems is being finalized.

Rome

Rixi met with Indian Minister of Ports and Shipping

PORTS

CMA CGM and RSGT partner to operate a new container terminal at the port of Jeddah

Marseille

An investment of 450 million dollars is planned

ACCIDENTS

The stranding of a ship did not interrupt shipping traffic in the Suez Canal.

Ismailia

Accident involving the sanctioned oil tanker "Komander"

Royal Caribbean Cruises Sets New Quarterly Financial and Operating Records

CRUISES

Royal Caribbean Cruises Sets New Quarterly Financial and Operating Records

Miami

Good prospects also for the 2026 season

Freight traffic handled by the port of Rotterdam remained stable in the third quarter.

PORTS

Freight traffic handled by the port of Rotterdam remained stable in the third quarter.

Rotterdam

Containerized cargo volumes remained unchanged. Bulk cargo increased slightly, while rolling stock and conventional cargo decreased.

Pakistan offers Bangladesh the use of Karachi port for its foreign trade

TRADE

Pakistan offers Bangladesh the use of Karachi port for its foreign trade

Dhaka

A direct air link between the two countries is planned.

SHIPPING

The World Shipping Council and the China Shipowners' Association discussed reciprocal taxes on US and Chinese ships.

Shanghai

Beijing has reportedly introduced exemptions for US ships built in China

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

The German Rail Freight Association denounces the failure of the national rail network expansion plan.

Berlin

Westenberger: In recent years, federal governments have instead provided cement for the roads

Ties between the US and South Korean shipbuilding industries are further strengthened.

SHIPYARDS

Ties between the US and South Korean shipbuilding industries are further strengthened.

Gyeongju

HD Hyundai and Huntington Ingalls Industries sign manufacturing cooperation agreement

PORTS

Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.

Paris

It will become operational in 2027

COMPETITION

SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori

Rome

The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation

CRUISES

Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.

Brussels

The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation

PORTS

Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.

Rome

Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility

In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%

PORTS

In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%

Taranto

Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk

LOGISTICS

Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program

Schindellegi

In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%

LOGISTICS

In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).

Hedehusene

Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.

TRUCKING

Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.

Milan

PORTS

Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.

Genoa

Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.

PORTS

In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%

Madrid

Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining

PORTS

ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO

In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.

PORTS

In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.

Antwerp

In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased

PORTS

Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports

Koper

CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent

TRADE

Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base

SHIPPING

While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.

CRUISES

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona

Miami

Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol

SHIPPING

The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.

London/Brussels

Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.

PORTS

ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.

Brussels

Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.

PORTS

PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously

Genoa

Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.

LEGISLATION

Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation

Rome

The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen

PORTS

Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record

Los Angeles

Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.

SHIPPING

HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs

Seoul

The ships will be delivered by April 2029

PORTS

Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.

Rome/Salerno

The union said it was certain that the Central Tyrrhenian Port System Authority would appeal the ruling.

Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter

PIRACY

Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter

Kuala Lumpur

The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk

Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.

PORTS

Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.

La Spezia

A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation

ACCIDENTS

In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.

Batam

This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"

TRADE

South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.

Beijing

Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group

PORTS

Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter

Singapore

By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.

SHIPPING

Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy

London

The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined

PORTS

In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes

Genoa

Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference

LEGISLATION

The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.

Washington

"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."

SHIPPING

Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.

Oslo

From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton

TRADE

USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China

Washington

100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes

PORTS

Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.

Livorno

Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

SHIPPING

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

Beijing

Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports

PORTS

In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.

Ankara

Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)

SHIPPING

Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue

Taipei/Keelung

In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded

SHIPPING

ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework

Brussels

Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.

ASSOCIATIONS

Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector

Rome

COMPANIES

Moby is selling five ferries at a starting price of €229.9 million.

Vicenza

Sale and lease-back agreement expected for two of the vessels

SHIPPING

d'Amico International Shipping's quarterly financial results decline

Luxembourg

Mottola Crossbow: The fundamentals of the tanker industry remain solid.

COMPANIES

ICTSI posts record quarterly financial and operating performance

Manila

In the period July-September, container traffic in the group's terminals grew by +12.3%

COMPANIES

Denmark's DFDS to cut 400 jobs

Copenhagen

The group is looking for a new CEO. Record revenues were recorded in the July-September quarter.

LOGISTICS

CEVA Logistics has completed the acquisition of Turkey's Borusan Logistics.

Marseille

Operation worth 383 million dollars

LOGISTICS

1,100 cars from the Chinese car manufacturer Dongfeng were unloaded in the port of Livorno

Livorno

Traffic is managed through the "Il Faldo" logistics area operated by XCA

TRUCKING

Assiterminal, the MIT note clarifies that the 90-minute grace period applies only to waiting times

Rome/Genoa

Ferrari: The Conference of Port Authority Presidents could consider a sort of national program agreement.

COMPANIES

Harren assigns a single brand to its heavy lift companies

Bremen

The fleet of 80 vessels will be operated under the single SAL brand.

SHIPPING

Wallenius Wilhelmsen's revenues fell by 2% in the third quarter.

Lysaker

Net profit was $280 million (+8%)

PORTS

ESPO has presented its new annual environmental report

Brussels

Climate change remains the top priority for European ports to address

PORTS

Over €60 million from the PNRR for the ports of Naples and Salerno

Rome

Rixi: Let's make more effective use of European resources and accelerate the implementation of strategic projects.

EDUCATION

Agreement between Escola Europea and DLTM to promote international mobility and maritime training

La Spezia

Synergies between the Ligurian maritime cluster and the port and training community of Barcelona

SHIPPING

CMA CGM to register ten new 24,212 TEU containerships in the French International Register

Marseille/Copenhagen

LOGISTICS

UPS has completed its acquisition of Canada's Andlauer Healthcare Group.

Atlanta/Toronto

Operation worth 1.6 billion dollars

MEETINGS

The National Maritime Fund has organised a meeting with the ITS Mare and the maritime training centres

Rome

It will be held on December 3rd in Rome

CRUISES

Two MSC Cruises Musica-class cruise ships undergoing refurbishment in Malta

Geneva

Work at Palumbo Malta Shipyard includes the construction of new suites

PORTS

Increase in freight traffic in Tuscan ports over the past six months

Livorno

In the first six months of 2025, growth of +2.0% was recorded in Livorno and +4.9% in Piombino

INDUSTRY

Kalmar closes the third quarter with higher financial results and lower orders

Helsinki

The contribution of the services segment offset the lower performance of equipment sales

SAILING LIST

Visual Sailing List

	Departure ports
	Arrival ports by:
	-	alphabetical order
	-	country
	-	geographical areas

SHIPPING

COSCO Strengthens Its Bulk Fleet with Orders for 29 Vessels

Shanghai

Orders worth a total of over $1.7 billion for 23 bulk carriers and six VLCCs

PORTS

Tito Vespasiani has been appointed Secretary General of the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority.

Genoa

The 2026 budget and the 2026-2028 three-year operational plan were approved.

CRUISES

Assiterminal: Technical roundtable on cruise tourism is a success.

Genoa

An important step - Cognolato highlighted - to enhance the territories and promote an integrated vision of the sector.

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

Fincantieri signs agreement to develop Saudi Arabia's maritime ecosystem

Trieste

It was signed with the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources of Riyadh

SHIPPING

Yang Ming Signs Contracts for Six New 8,000 TEU Container Ships

Keelung

They will be delivered from 2028 and will replace 5,500 TEU ships

PORTS

Rijeka Gateway Terminal officially opened

River

It is operated by the joint venture between APM Terminals and Enna Logic

PORTS

New historical records for quarterly traffic of goods and passengers in Albanian ports

Tirana

2.25 million tons of cargo (+16.7%) and 1.01 million people (+6.4%) moved

PORTS

The Management Committee of the Southern Adriatic Port Authority takes shape

Bari

The designations of some local administrations are still missing

PORTS

The Senate's VIII Commission approved the appointment of eight Port System Authority presidents.

Rome

Parliamentary process completed

COMPANIES

Carole Montarsolo has been appointed general manager of GNV Morocco

Genoa

Know-how from over ten years of relationships and direct presence in the area

PORTS

The concession term for Metal Carpenteria in the port of Crotone has been extended.

Gioia Tauro

The deadline has been extended to November 14, 2033

PORTS

In the period July-September, freight traffic in Tunisian ports grew by +5.4%

La Goulette

Cruise passengers decreased by -10.5%

INDUSTRY

Wärstilä Corporation closed the third quarter with sales of over 1.6 billion euros (-5.0%)

Helsinki

LOGISTICS

UPS's latest quarterly financial performance declines

Atlanta

Revenues down by -3.7%

ASSOCIATIONS

Götz Becker appointed chairman of Interferry

Victoria

The president is Supapan Pichaironarongsongkram, who takes over from Guido Grimaldi

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

Accelleron and LAB021 partner to develop digital solutions to improve fleet operational efficiency.

PORTS

The 2026 budget forecast for the Sardinian Sea Port Authority has been approved.

Cagliari

Among the objectives, the strengthening of operational infrastructures on land and dredging

MEETINGS

Conference on the culture of prevention in the Italian logistics supply chain

Rome

Organized by Sanilog, it will be held on November 13th in Rome

SHIPPING

The PCTC Grande Melbourne was christened and delivered to the Grimaldi Group in China.

Naples

It has a capacity of 9,241 CEUs

CRUISES

A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026

Catania

In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.

PORTS

Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.

Barcelona/Algeciras

In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system

Trieste

Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia

PORTS

Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.

Rome

The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.

LOGISTICS

General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed

Turin

Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement

INDUSTRY

Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.

Helsinki

In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)

SHIPPING

GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China

Genoa

It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.

PORTS

A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.

Vado Ligure

Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata

SHIPPING

Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement

Naples

Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports

PORTS

The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.

Gioia Tauro

Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.

PORTS

The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.

La Spezia

The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"

PORTS

Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.

Istanbul

15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension

MEETINGS

A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC

Castellanza

In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe

INDUSTRY

Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.

Trieste

Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization

ASSOCIATIONS

Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.

London

He took over from John Beckett

PORTS

Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.

Valencia

In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%

PORTS

Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.

Long Beach

Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.

PORTS

Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.

Genoa

Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.

SHIPPING

Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.

Izmir

It will be held on a weekly basis

MARITIME SERVICES

Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector

Genoa

Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels

PORTS

The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.

Rome/Trieste

Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement

TAXES

Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits

Rome

Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play

COMPANIES

P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers

Lugano

Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals

ACCIDENTS

Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna

Ravenna

A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.

PORTS

A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority

Livorno

INDUSTRY

ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth

Zurich

In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%

SHIPYARDS

Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory

Ismailia

They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026

PORTS

COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record

Hong Kong

In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)

PORTS

Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter

Hong Kong

A 16.3% drop was recorded in September

PORTS

Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body

Civitavecchia

He will remain in office for four years

PORTS

New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals

Hong Kong

New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports

SHIPYARDS

CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard

Kochi

Order worth approximately 300 million dollars

PORTS

Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France

Trondheim/Brest

Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest

SHIPPING

Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.

Rome

It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.

TRUCKING

IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks

Brussels

They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.

ASSOCIATIONS

Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.

Rome

PORTS

In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%

St. Petersburg

Only import loads are decreasing

COMPANIES

Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto

Milan

The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan

Dubai

Joint venture with Tashkent Invest

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.

Rome

From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus

SHIPPING

Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.

Rome

A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for

TRUCKING

The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods

Rome

A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law

SHIPYARDS

Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.

Washington

Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb

AWARDS

PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.

Genoa

It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore

SHIPYARDS

The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.

Genoa

It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard

SHIPYARDS

The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo

Palermo

Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan

SHIPPING

In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%

Hong Kong

Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%

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 National Maritime Fund has organised a meeting with the ITS Mare and the maritime training centres

MEETINGS

Conference on the culture of prevention in the Italian logistics supply chain

Rome

Organized by Sanilog, it will be held on November 13th in Rome

››› Meetings File

PRESS REVIEW

Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December

(The Business Standard)

We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

ASSITERMINAL

Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato

Roma, 19 giugno 2025

››› File

LOGISTICS

Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange

Rome

Approved by the Senate, the text moves to the Chamber of Deputies

OFFSHORE

Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years

Palermo

Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.

Rotterdam

DEFENCE

German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring

London

Australian company builds self-driving submarines

PORTS

The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.

Taranto

Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas

ACCIDENTS

One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies

Amsterdam/London

Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships

PORTS

Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.

Rome

At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.

EDUCATION

The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes

Venice

Investment of four million euros

MOURNING

Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.

Nola

Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network

SHIPPING

The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.

Vado Ligure

It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock

FINANCING

The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.

Ravenna

Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey

PORTS

Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.

Rome

Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution

PORTS

Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro

Gioia Tauro

The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.

COMPANIES

A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.

Milan

At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa

PORTS

Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.

Livorno

The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels

COMPANIES

Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy

Milan

It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport

PORTS

GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.

Genoa

The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.

PORTS

Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports

Rome

Meetings organized by Assoporti

TRADE

In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.

Brussels

Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros

PORTS

Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor

Rome

Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities

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