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October 1, 2015

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Insurers determine loss of Tianjin's August port explosions at US$3 billion Colombo's state-owned terminal boxes syphoned by HK's China Merchants DP World's US$11.8 million Melbourne terminal expansion project begins Baltic Exchange's long-serving chief Jeremy Penn to step down Oakland's annual revenue hits all-time high on air-sea volumes Hoegh denies link to undeclared UN gun shipment transported to Kenya Jardine Shipping Services - rebranded S5 Asia - starts with new website UKHO's Approach Guide portfolio now includes charts of China's ports World's second largest crane ship makes Dutch call from Norway Kalmar introduces rugged terminal tractor in Europe - born again T2 French auto logistician GEFCO takes over IJS Global for its air power Air China Cargo starts linking energy hubs Edmonton, Dallas to Shanghai SpiceJet mulls plans to launch domestic freighter to tap e-commerce Africa grows demand for aviation, but infrastructure can't keep up Boeing chairman assured US ExIm Bank will be reopen, need is too obvious

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2015
BDP launches SmartChemical, SmartLife Sciences Inland Waterways Bill to be introduced in Parliament again: Gadkari MOL announces biannual vessel safety campaign Orchid Shipping successfully handles transport of windmill blade from India to UK Softlink adjudged IT & Software Company of the Year at MALA 2015 Capt. Ashok Kumar Bhattacharjee takes charge as new Secretary-General of Indian Private Ports & Terminals Association Chennai Port excels in handling project cargo Amendments to Foreign Trade Policy & Handbook of Procedures INR rises remarkably against dollar

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Express services for lifesaving equipment New Europe - Morocco LTL transport service CA company appoints VP Asia Pacific Canadian carrier enhances website Europe jumping on intermodal bandwagon Mersey Maritime's helmsman retires Brand new subsidiary in Sweden Busan's maritime cluster taking off More space for dates Railway snaps up transload intermodal hub K Line commits to additional VLGC Revised outlook and share repurchase Cargolux: 45th anniversary livery on 25th B747F Indian tiger sets up committee in Lion city

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2015
Scope of canal repairs widens Repairs to the Panama Canal's new locks will be more extensive than previously indicated, while the completion date remains uncertain. In August, severe leakages were found in the concrete sill separating the lower and middle chambers of the Cocoli Locks on the Pacific side. The Panama Canal US LNG imports rebound After a multi-year decline, LNG imports to the US are up sharply this year off a smaller base, driven by demand in northeast states. According to US Energy Department statistics, US LNG imports totalled 52.6 billion cubic feet (Bcf) in January-July 2015, up 43% from 36.9 Bcf in the same period last US coal exports plummet Exports of US coal are down 21% in the first seven months of this year, according to data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA). Exports totalled 45.5 million tonnes in January-July 2015 versus 53.9 million tonnes in the same period last year. "Slower growth in world coal demand, lower Golar floating LNG project approved The final investment decision has been made on the floating LNG (FLNG) project in Cameroon that will utilise Golar LNG's carrier Hilli. The binding agreement with Cameroon's government, its state oil company, and independent oil company Perenco was finalised on 30 September. The agreement allows Carnival finalises Cuba plan Carnival Corp has confirmed its new Cuba cruise itinerary as US regulations governing passenger-ship calls to the island continue to ease. Carnival's new Fathom brand will begin weekly voyages to Cuba with the 710-passenger Adonia in May 2016. The cruise owner announced on 30 September that the EU agrees to seize human trafficking vessels The European Union will launch the 'active phase' of its military operation against people smugglers in the Mediterranean Sea on 7 October. Following the first, intelligence-gathering phase of EUNAVFOR MED, this next stage will see EU naval forces being able to board, search, seize, and divert DNB Markets raise product tanker freight rate, valuation forecasts DNB Markets analysts in Oslo have raised their forecasts for product tanker freight rates and vessel valuation to reflect the continuing benign trading environment. "We reiterate our positive view on the product tanker segment as we see continued potential upside risk," said shipping analysts New equipment boosts Subic Bay container capacity Philippines' Subic Bay International Terminal Container Corporation (SBITC) last week received three new reach stackers and 16 new Kalmar Ottawa terminal tractors, parent company ICTSI confirmed to IHS Maritime on 30 September. This gives the facility, two hours by road to the north of Manila, much Singapore fund to boost LNG-fuelled ships The Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) of Singapore has established a SGD12 million (USD8.4 million) fund to promote the building of LNG-powered ships. Currently the world's biggest bunkering port by sales volumes, Singapore hopes to offer LNG bunkering by 2020 and is planning a pilot run from 2017. Nickel ore trade to grow despite Indonesian ban Despite Indonesia's ban on nickel ore exports, seaborne trade of the metal will continue as China - the world's biggest nickel ore importer - seeks alternative sources, according to Italian shipbroker Banchero Costa. Before the Indonesian ban came into effect on 1 January 2014, China rushed to BW bags two more LNG carriers at DSME Singapore-based BW Group has ordered two more LNG carriers from Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering, almost a year after it ordered two similar ships from the South Korean shipbuilder. The two 173,400 m³ LNG carriers contracted on 25 September are priced at KRW478 billion (USD400 million) in Sinotrans Shipping books four box ships Chinese state-owned carrier Sinotrans Shipping has ordered four 1,900 teu container ships from CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding. The ships, costing USD98.2 million in total, are to be of fuel-efficient design and delivered in May, June, September, and November 2017. Sinotrans Shipping, which 'Policy-making tool' will strengthen EU Blue Economy European maritime clusters will meet the European Commission (EC) next month to discuss launching a "tool for maritime policy-making" to strengthen the fortunes of Europe's blue economy and in turn the economy of the whole region. Under the umbrella of the European Network of Maritime Clusters Massive dredging needed for Indian port-led cluster project Capital dredging works on an unprecedented scale is on the cards as the Indian government pushes its ambitious Sagarmala project that will see regional economic clusters centred on port development. "The proposed integration of coastal and inland waterways for faster and more eco-friendly movement Ningbo, Zhoushan ports complete merger Shanghai-listed Ningbo port on 29 September completed merger procedures with Zhoushan port. The new company will be known as Ningbo-Zhoushan Port Group. Ningbo and Zhoushan branches of state-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission will hold 94.47% and 5.53% shares in the new company,

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2015
The number of redundant containerships in lay-up is at its highest for 18 months RailRunner on track to arrive to Europe as intermodal capacity becomes stretched Analysis: Radiant shows an aggressive M&A strategy that has its down side

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2015
MSE swoops on gas specialist TGE Marine Austal gets $13.9 million to prep LCS 6 for shock trials Panama Canal Authority issues update on leaks in new lock Willard takes new Mission Pro 730 RHIB on U.S. tour USCG icebreaking tug gets life extension makeover Duncan Hunter honored as Champion of Maritime

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2015
Port of Camas-Washougal names new District 1 Commissioner Trade between NAFTA partners drops during month of July Port of Ridgefield calling for website development bids Sea-Tac Airport recognized for greenhouse gas reduction projects CSX reaches agreement with two mechanical unions

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2015
Golar lands final investment decision for Cameroon FLNG project Production will start in second quarter of 2017 and Golar will earn $170m-$300m in first year of operation Hapag-Lloyd and Maersk team up to tackle unsafe cargoes German line discovered 2,620 cases of incorrectly declared dangerous goods that were prevented from being shipped last year G6 cuts transpacific capacity for winter Two Asia-US east coast services combined and one removed from Asia-US west coast trade Houston declares itself big ship ready US Gulf Coast port completes major dredging project at Barbours Cut Container Terminal Vogemann and Ahrenkiel launch open-ended supramax pool Unnamed Greek owner also participating and others invited to sign up Lidinsky takes a look at box line alliances - one year on Alliances have evolved and more regulatory bodies are required to monitor these global networks but all parties must proceed with caution Wisdom Marine confirms exposure to Daiichi Chuo Taiwanese tonnage provider has eight handies chartered to Daiichi companies but direct exposure is limited Box Ships to buy back up to 10% of stock Founder Michael Bodouroglou underscores belief in company by eyeing personal stock purchases Hellenic Carriers posts bigger loss AIM-listed owner of five bulkers earns softer repayment schedule from banks Mitsui Shipbuilding to buy TGE Marine MES is looking to deepen engineering expertise in building small to medium-sized gas carriers with this deal Broker SSY inks LNG co-operation deal with Korean consultancy Team will target new shipowners and fresh funds in South Korea, says SSY Gas director Slowing Chinese growth will spur shipping consolidation, warns Fitch Dry bulk and container shipping are most at risk while tankers should fare better K Line enters VLGC time charter with Gyxis The 82,200 cu m gas carrier will be built by Kawasaki Heavy Industries US court grants Daiichi Chuo temporary restraining order Bankrupt Japanese company tries to preserve its assets by filing for US Chapter 15 protection DSME wins contract to build two LNG carriers South Korean shipbuilder returns focus to commercial ships Vietnamese authorities arrest master and crew for possession of air rifles Air guns bought in Thailand for sale in Vietnam were hidden on cargoship Sinotrans Shipping buys four 1,900 teu boxships for $98.2m Company to take advantage of low newbuilding prices to expand its fleet Indonesia looks to build port modelled after Rotterdam's Jakarta's city officials will work with port operators to create an integrated seaport

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2015
NY-NJ import growth slows as cargo returns to West Coast The Port of New York and New Jersey's import container volume rose 6 percent year-over-year in August as growth moderated after months of double-digit increases aided by West Coast cargo diversions. The slower year-over-year percentage growth at the East Coast's busiest port is the latest sign that shippers are returning to... US domestic intermodal rates jump on peak season demand U.S. domestic intermodal spot rates are jumping anywhere from $500 to $1,000 on peak season demand, but it won't last long, according to third-party logistics provider IDS. Peak season is "not going to be that long, a couple weeks maybe," Shelli Austin, president of IDS Transportation, told JOC.com Wednesday. The industry's... Major carriers, feeder operators cut services to ailing Venezuela Falling containerized cargo to Venezuela is forcing major carriers and feeder operators to reduce services as they grapple with poor port productivity and challenging hinterland connections. "A couple of years ago, we saw the private sector in Venezuela struggling and the government taking up the slack. What we are seeing now... Surge in US transport, warehousing job openings recedes The supply of transportation and warehousing workers seemingly caught up with demand in July, as the number of hires in logistics industries equaled the number of job openings for the first time since last December, U.S. labor statistics show. However, the number of workers leaving transportation and warehousing jobs was... SeaLand CEO reports progress after initial bumps Maersk relaunched SeaLand in January to provide more specialized service in the Americas' north-south trade. After some early hiccups, it is now reporting solid progress. "We still have some things we need to work through and a few areas to shore up, but as we enter the fourth quarter we'll be... US ports need Congress to boost landside connection funding American transportation lore is filled with great stories like Dwight D. Eisenhower's cross-country road trip in 1919, when it took him 62 days to traverse the nation by car on a patchwork of rutted trails. Scholars point to this trip as the inspiration for a bill he signed 40 years... $2B Israel ports expansion aimed at averting capacity crunch Israel is hoping that a $2 billion port expansion drive, involving construction of two major container terminals at the ports of Haifa and Ashdod, will help it stave off a trade capacity crunch. Israel's economic isolation from almost all of its neighboring countries, including Lebanon, Palestine, and Syria, and associated sanctions... Mega-ships accidents pose risks to supply chains, shippers, insurers Dealing with a container ship incident has gone from a puzzling and troubling situation, to one that can be fairly described as an absolute catastrophe as they continue to grow in size. Cargo interests require a time-consuming and costly resuscitation following a serious container ship casualty that can hit both... Turkey's Yilport acquires Portuguese port operator LONDON - Yilport Holding, the leading Turkish port operator, has reached agreement to take over Tertir, a Portuguese port and logistics company, with terminals in Europe and Latin America. Yilport paid 335 million euros ($375 million) to acquire 100 percent of Tertir's shares held by Portugal's Mota-Engil group and Novo Banco. Tertir... Global air cargo stabilizes after slowdown London - Global air cargo traffic stabilized in August following two months of decline as strong growth in the Middle East offset lower volumes in North and South America, according to the International Air Transport Association. Traffic, measured in freight metric ton kilometres, grew 0.2 percent in August from a year... Recent US freight decline foreshadows flat rest of the year, CSCMP says SAN DIEGO -Total U.S. freight movement dropped in August, and new orders also declined, setting the stage for flat growth for the rest of the year, forecasts an organization representing supply chain logistics professionals. The message builds on the ominous signs for freight growth seen through high inventories and high... JNPT deploys more container trains to deal with months-long backlog Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust, India's biggest container handler, is increasing intermodal train deployments and rolling out more proactive measures in an effort to alleviate the backlog of containerized freight built up during the past few weeks. Following a week-long shuttering of APM Terminals-operated Gateway Terminals India in early August, container inventory... Idle box ship fleet surges to 18-month high London - The fleet of idle container ships over 500 twenty foot equivalent units surged by 90,000 TEUs in the past two weeks to reach 673,000 TEUs, or 3.4 percent of global capacity, the highest rate since March 2014, according to Alphaliner. There were 208 unemployed vessels on September 21, up... Lines in G6 Alliance cut Asia-US sailings HONG KONG - Carriers in the G6 Alliance have announced new sailing cuts in services from Asia, this time to both the U.S. East and West coasts from late October as the container shipping heads into the slow season.The suspensions are in response to what the alliance calls "traditional seasonal... Ningbo-Zhoushan officially merged into one port HONG KONG - The merger between Ningbo Port Co. and Zhoushan Port Co. was finally completed this week in the latest move by Beijing to reform its giant state-owned enterprises, although the port complex has long been regarded as a single entity.Both port companies have been placed under Ningbo-Zhoushan Port...

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2015
Value in Golar FID Golar LNG's Cameroon floating liquefaction project adds $10 to $15 per share to the New York-listed company's net asset value (NAV), an analyst said Wednesday. NAP wakes up by 14% Navios Maritime Midstream Partners and GasLog Partners saw their shares skyrocket Wednesday, with both gaining more than a tenth. Anker grows Clarksons stake Peter Anker has increased his stake in London-listed Clarksons at a difficult time for global stock markets. Teekay in the (Chinese) money Teekay has scored $1bn in new loan facilities from the Export-Import Bank of China (CEXIM). NGO answers to Sekimizu Clean Shipping Coalition (CSC) has replied to the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in its effort to ensure that greenhouse gas emissions will be addressed in the Paris climate deal. Cameroon boom for Golar LNG stock Golar LNG shares raced up in early trading after the company revealed a major breakthrough in its FLNG ambitions. Titanic switch Australian tycoon Clive Palmer has ditched a plan to take his new Titanic replica cruiseship across the Atlantic on its debut voyage. Wisdom not worried Taiwanese bulker owner says filing of Japan's Daiichi does not pose a significant risk. Golar hits FLNG 'milestone' Tor Olav Troim-backed owner celebrates after Cameroon project gets final approval. CSL bins two oldies Canada Steamship Lines (CSL) has sent two of its older vessels for demolition in a Turkish breaking yard. SBM eyes Petrobras deal Dutch owner cleared to bid in Brazilian major's new FPSO tenders. Ten in two days for Sinotrans Chinese owner adds bulker sextet to four boxship newbuildings placed on Tuesday. DONG eyes IPO State-controlled Danish energy group DONG is planning an IPO within 18 months. NEPA in big coal deal NEPA Projects has brought together 27 small Indonesian mines and will take over the shipment of their coal from November. DNB raises products view DNB Markets has brightened its view of the products tanker market with increased rate and asset value assessments. SSY beefs up LNG team UK-headquartered Simpson Spence Young (SSY) is joining forces with a South Korean company as the shipbroker extends its reach on LNG. G6 suspends three runs The G6 Alliance of container lines is temporarily halting three runs from Asia to North America. Germans form dry pool German shipowners H. Vogemann and Ahrenkiel Steamship have joined forces to create a new supramax pool. Yildirim buying Tertir Turkey's Yildirim Group is paying more than EUR 330m ($370m) for 100% control of Portuguese ports and logistics company Tertir. NewLead deals collapse NewLead Holdings has seen its mine business take another hit as two more deals collapsed yesterday. P&O extends ro-pax deal P&O Ferries is keeping a Godby Shipping ro-pax until at least the end of 2016. Saga orders duo Saga Group of the UK has ordered two new cruiseships in order to meet growing demand for holidays. Cash for gas The Singapore government is to offer money to shipowners to help them build LNG bunkering vessels. Bodouroglou to build stake Michael Bodouroglou is looking to increase his holding in Box Ships at the same time as the shipowner announced a share repurchase scheme. Greek revenues fall Greek owners' domestic revenue fell 60% during the first full month of capital controls imposed by the government during the country's financial crisis. Bodouroglou builds stake Chief executive of Nasdaq-listed Box Ships set to add another 5% through share buyback scheme. Debt hope for Hellenic Fotini Karamanli's Hellenic Carriers expects to complete an overhaul of a third debt facility this year after securing fresh terms of two loans during the first half of 2015. K Line adds VLGC Japan's Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line) has ordered a new VLGC on the back of a domestic time charter. More bonds for Subsea 7 Oslo-listed Subsea 7 has bought back more convertible bonds as it continues to spend its spare cash. BW back at DSME Singapore's BW Group is spending more than $400m on two new LNG carriers at DSME. GREE gets loan breather Greenship Bulk Trust has secured a three-year extension to repay a $40m loan used to pay for eight of its supramax bulkers. Sealion lays up two Sealion Shipping has reportedly laid-up two anchor handlers in the North Sea due to the weak market conditions. MPA gives OSVs a hand Singapore has given a helping hand to the hard-pressed offshore sector by extending port due concessions for OSV operators. DNB buys Ezra stake DNB Bank has emerged as a significant shareholder in struggling offshore services company Ezra Holdings.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2015
XPO: Growth strategy doesn't include emerging markets Port of New York/New Jersey handles record number of containers in August BWR: G6 Alliance alters Asia-North America loops Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk to cooperate on dangerous goods safety Maersk uses AT&T network to monitor refeers UPS opens healthcare-dedicated logistics facility in New Jersey Yusen opens Pharma Gateway facility at Amsterdam Schiphol Wabash offers reinforced tank for corosive sulfuric acid FMC reviews 21 OTI license applications Training grants for responders to flammable train derailments More offshore blame from GE over lapsed U.S. Ex-Im Bank hd093001 Carriers adjust intra-Asia PCI loop Executive Moves: Rand Logistics, DHL Express, Gulf Winds International and Park City Group Congress passes six-month federal aviation funding extension

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2015
Losses widen for Hellenic Carriers But market should rebound in 2017, company says. IMO has failed, says environmental coalition 'Left to its own devices, the IMO would be unable to show the sort of leadership shipping needs if it is to play a proper role in tackling climate change.' Yujin International sees revenue slip But aims to grow business despite challenging market. Singapore: Application for LNG-fuelled vessel grant 'now open' Funding of up to SGD $2 million provided per vessel, says MPA. Glencore shares stage partial recovery Investors worry about the ability of the trading house to manage its $30 billion debt. LNG prospects: 'ECAs are a real game-changer' But shipowner calls for more 'political support'. DCKK moves to protect assets In United States and other jurisdictions. Cheaper fuel gives Hapag-Lloyd ratings boost As company outlook graded from stable to positive. Vietnam: Vessel held over oil smuggling activity Arrest took place during alleged illegal fuel transfer operation. Rosmorport develops fuel accounting software New system to save enterprise over $3.4 million on bunkers and lubricants each year. DNV GL: Start preparing for EU CO2 rule Monitoring plan required per vessel by August 2017. Mitsui buys German LNG fuel systems design outfit To establish strong position in the market. Hybrid technology secures Singapore patent Propulsion technology promises fuel efficiency gains. Rotterdam makes progress with LNG bunkering infrastructure Dredging operations start for a LNG break-bulk terminal that will support bunkering activities. DNV GL: Prepare for EU CO2 rule 'ahead of time' 'Shipping firms should start developing a monitoring plan.' German LNG fuel systems design firm gets acquired Total acquisition value at $184.57 million, says Japanese buyer. Singapore patent granted for hybrid propulsion technology Technology comes with fuel efficiency claims. De-bunkered vessel re-floated off-Sweden 'Extensive damage' to bulk carrier, says Swedish Coast Guard. Rotterdam seminar highlights shipping's LNG fuel strategy Two-day LNG Master Plan meeting was held in Rotterdam on September 23 and 24.

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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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