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BRIEFS

May 6, 2015

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ICS, BIMCO irked EU ignores UN talks on ships' CO2 and goes it alone 5-day LA-Long Beach truck strike ends with gains made, little damage done 13,092-TEU Hanjin Green Earth catches fire in Suez Canal UASC LNG-ready flagship to join fleet with all eco bells and whistles Adani Ports quarterly profit up 33pc to US$107 million, 42pc more sales Yemeni Red Sea grain port of Saleef keeps working unscathed by air strikes Spot rates expected to fall below US$3,000/FEU to US east coast ICTSI Subic unit opens One Stop Shop to speed paper work in box clearance Bombardier rail unit buyout reportedly part of China trainmakers' plan New AAT Mobile app adds 2 features for HK air cargo terminal users Vietnam is urged to develop co-ordinated air freight logistics chain Time-critical cargo solutions from Norbert Dentressangle's new unit Volga-Dnepr delivers North Sea oil project equipment to Singapore

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MAY 5, 2015
ATC Group employs superior technology to manage rapid growth Kalmar receives double order for new Super Gloria reachstacker with world record lifting capacity of 130 t Security Provisions for Dangerous Goods Vanguard Logistics Services increases trade services from India to Europe GAIL (I) to suspend LNG imports at Dabhol till Oct. Imports of Iranian oil increase by 17 pc in April Spike in US demand to boost carpet exports Tea exports decline by 16.62 pc in Jan.-Feb. 2015 MoS to get long-term loans from IIFCL for development of Major Ports CIL may invest INR 5,000 cr. to procure rail wagons Govt to award road projects worth INR 15K cr. to North-East: Gadkari Govt to cut export tax on low-grade iron ore to 10 pc to boost shipments: Jaitley NTPC & Jharkhand sign MoA to set up 4,000 MW power plant

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Noerpel Group expanding near Hamburg Duisburg wants HGV traffic guidance system Rasi rowers triumphant RZD still investing in rail infrastructure Ballast water management - a major dilemma Stepping up railroad efficiency in Illinois Westports container throughput up 17% Sterling Q1 results for C.H. Robinson Xrail to boost European wagonload services Ceva's purse strings open wide down under New money manager for Switzerland and Austria Lufthansa Cargo puts new terminal on hold JAL further along road to recovery

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MAY 5, 2015
GLDD sees bright 2015 despite loss in 1Q US dredging contractor Great Lakes Dredge & Dock (GLDD) expects to make significant profits in 2015 despite taking a first quarter loss of USD8.4 million. The NASDAQ-listed dredger revealed on 5 May that its 1Q15 performance was affected by losses in its environmental and remediation segment, as OSG plots public rebirth Overseas Shipholding Group (OSG) has registered for an initial public offering and a re-listing of its shares on the New York Stock Exchange. Once considered a 'blue chip' name, OSG was delisted from NYSE in the wake of its November 2012 bankruptcy filing. The restructured entity emerged from ECSA appeals for tougher EU port services stance European shipowners' body ECSA has appealed to the European Parliament to stiffen up the European Commission's proposed EU port services regulation, notably by re-including proposals to open up cargo-handling and passenger services to competition. The commission has dropped these two service Teekay LNG plans NOK700 million plus bond issue Teekay LNG Partners, the listed gas carrier unit in the Bahamas-based Teekay group, says it plans to raise at least NOK700 million through unsecured bonds with maturity in 2020. "Teekay LNG Partners LP ... intends to issue a minimum of NOK700 million in new senior unsecured bonds in the Non-existent container price discipline indicates weak 2015 A sharp fall in the container spot rates last month indicates that there is no discipline in pricing in the industry in its low season and suggests a weaker than foreseen 2015, a senior analyst said. "Falls in freight rates have continued in April, with the rates 12% lower than in March and at Corsica Ferries buys cruise ferry from Silja French ferry operator Corsica Ferries has bought the 2,000-passenger cruise ferry, Silja Festival, from Silja Line operator, the Tallink Group of Estonia, for an undisclosed sum. The French group, based in Bastia, Corsica, said that the acquisition marked a return to fleet investment after a Newcastle coal exports back on track after record storm Shipping has begun to return to normal at Australia's largest coal port this week after wild weather battered the Hunter Valley in late April, forcing vessels out to sea and closing rail tracks feeding the Newcastle port. Shipments slumped to an eight-year low, according to figures published by Evergreen Holding's shipbuilding segment profit shrinks Evergreen Holding Group, the parent group of Sinopacific Shipbuilding, posted a 15% year-on-year (y/y) decline in the operating profit for its shipbuilding segment in 2014 amid depressed newbuilding market and financial pressures. The operating profit for the segment, including the building of Exmar helps breathe life to krone bond market A tap issue of three-year notes by Exmar, the listed Belgian gas carrier owner, on the Norwegian bond market has breathed further life to the market after a slow start of the year. Exmar Netherlands, a fully owned subsidiary company of Exmar in Antwerp, raised NOK300 million (USD40 million) with an Ocean Yield plans further expansion after 1Q15 Ocean Yield, a listed Norwegian tonnage provider controlled by the Aker group, said it is prepared to continue its expansion after reporting a steady profit for the first quarter of 2015. Group net profit amounted to USD28.1 million in the first quarter of 2015 compared with USD28.6 million in the U-Ming Marine sees prospect in bulk shipping Taiwanese bulk carrier U-Ming Marine stated on 5 May that the infrastructure construction in emerging markets such as China and India will bring opportunities for bulk shipping. Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, BRICS Development Bank, and Silk Road Fund will provide financial support for these China Shipping Haisheng back to profit in Q1 China Shipping Haisheng, a Shanghai-listed unit of state conglomerate China Shipping Group, posted CNY140 million (USD22.5 million) in profit for the first quarter of 2015, returning to black from a CNY48 million loss in the first quarter of 2014. The company recorded revenue of CNY201 million in UOBKayhian recommends 'buy' for Yangzijiang Singapore-based brokerage house UOBKayhian has recommended a 'buy' status for Yangzijiang Shipbuilding Holdings because of its resiliency amid the difficult shipping environment. UOBKayhian highlighted that the Singapore-listed shipbuilding company has secured over USD4.6 billion for 114 vessels in Taizhou Sanfu's profit up 54% y/y in 2014 Private-run Chinese shipyard Taizhou Sanfu Ship Engineering's profit increased 54% year on year (y/y) to CNY436.7 million (USD70.4 million) in 2014 because of business expansion into the manufacturing of steel structures. Taizhou Sanfu's revenue also rose 34% y/y to CNY5.6 billion in 2014, the Auckland loses business over halt in extension After bowing to public pressure, a turnabout move by Ports of Auckland's (POAL) owner, Auckland Council, has forced the company to stop work on an already consented wharf extension. Described as a 'compromise' by POAL CEO Tony Gibson, the decision allows the port to continue building one extension SGX freight derivative trades surge 700% The number of dry bulk freight contracts traded via the Singapore Exchange (SGX) jumped 700% year on year to 14,154 contracts in April. SGX said that open interest has almost doubled since the start of the year, averaging 32,218 contracts in April. Open interest refers to the number of contracts Marco Polo Marine profit up 24% Singapore-listed integrated marine logistic company Marco Polo Marine posted a profit of SGD3.8 million (USD2.85 million), up 24% year on year (y/y) for the second quarter of 2015, which ended on 31 March 2015. The company's revenue dropped 9% to SGD29.7 million in the second quarter of 2015, Ocean Tankers to strengthen ship security Singapore-based Ocean Tankers told IHS Maritime it plans to strengthen its anti-piracy measures in the wake of the second hijacking its fleet has suffered within a year. A spokesman for Ocean Tankers told IHS Maritime, "We are currently reviewing our security procedures to see how we can further Ro-ro cargo lifts BLG Logistics' profits Ocean terminal and warehouse operator BLG Logistics has rebounded from the heavy write-downs it sustained in 2013, ramping up its pre-tax earnings to EUR30.1 million (USD33.7 million) last year. The figure was up 136% from its 2013 result. Its finished vehicle and ro-ro handling division delivered

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MAY 5, 2015
Forwarders urge airlines to end air freight surcharges and change to all-in pricing Mixed fortunes in 2014 for Japanese carriers haunted by overcapacity fears Vietnam fast becoming the new Asian hotspot for top hi-tech manufacturers

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MAY 5, 2015
Bay Shipbuilding books ATB order Ulstein launches new heavy lift designs Vigor Portland to drydock T-AKE 4 AMHS fast ferry completes successful repower Louisiana International Marine opts for Helm CONNECT Matson reports record first quarter earnings

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MAY 5, 2015
DOT announces final rule for rail transport of flammable liquids Port association backing new Move America Act Coast Guard suspends search for missing vessel master Matson releases numbers for company's first quarter Orion Marine Group nets contract for Port Tampa Bay dredging project

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MAY 5, 2015
Golar LNG makes progress on third floating liquefaction vessel A number of possible leads have been identified to deploy a third FLNG vessel, says Golar Stand-off over Maersk Tigris continues A week after Iran seizes boxship, Maersk is still waiting to see court order Teekay LNG plans to raise at least $91m with bond issue Fresh funds to be used for newbuilding instalments Wilbur Ross' Navigator Gas to reveal earning power of handysize LPG carriers We know about the big ships and we know about the small ships, but how are the handysizes doing? Exmar raises funds for its LNG business Owner invests in LNG as industry stands on brink of major changes Golar secures African contract for second floating liquefaction vessel Golar is also in talks to build a third FLNG vessel as it seeks to capitalise on exciting and relatively new area of the LNG industry Salmar Shipping founder Costas Salonitis dies Tanker owner and former "C" Ventures executive laid to rest after 50-year career Odfjell poaches Clipper chief executive New boss aims to steer one of the world's leading chemical tanker companies towards improved results Matson's net income grows to $25m in strong quarter Hawaii-based carrier benefits from stronger demand for fast China service Shipowner groups warn of potentially costly gap between US and international ballast water regimes Differences in processes for approving treatment systems could force owners to scrap and replace expensive technology Secretary-general hopefuls expected to converge for key IMO environment meeting MEPC needs to work hard to resolve issues of ballast water, CO2 monitoring and global fuel availability study

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MAY 5, 2015
DC freight push faces dead end without US highway funding fix WASHINGTON - U.S. lawmakers won't likely pass a long-term highway bill before the June deadline, but when they do, shippers and transportation providers should expect the nation's freight network to get added attention. A flurry of freight-focused legislation, along with a general sense that Congress finally realizes the broader economic benefit... Manitoulin buys Saskatchewan-based LTL carrier Canadian trucking operator Manitoulin Group acquired Ridsdale Transport, a less-than-truckload carrier based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. The acquisition makes Manitoulin the province's largest transportation provider, the company said. Manitoulin has been working its way west from Ontario through acquisitions and organic expansion for several years. In January, the company acquired the LTL... Westbound trans-Pacific liner reliability falls to 4-year low Eastbound trans-Pacific liner reliability has improved for the first time this year, but liner reliablity on the opposing direction fell to the lowest point since JOC.com began collecting SeaIntel data in August 2011. Carrier reliability on the eastbound leg of the trade lane in March rose 6 percent to 42 percent... European shipowners lobby EU to open cargo-handling to competition European shipowners have appealed the European Parliament to change the European Commission's proposed EU port services regulation, notably by reincluding proposals to open up cargo-handling and passenger services to competition. The commission has dropped these two service categories from its latest proposed regulation, its third attempt to pass legislation on port... 'Sweet spot' for US truck shippers won't last, economist warns PRINCETON, New Jersey - U.S. shippers enjoying a "sweet spot" in truck pricing and capacity should savor the moment while it lasts, which won't be long, an economist warned. A change in truck driver hours-of-service rules and a slower-than-expected economy delivered additional "surge capacity" to shippers in the first quarter, Noël... Wal-Mart rides KCS to bring US-bound cargo through Mexico KANSAS CITY, Missouri - For years, shippers and container lines have eyed Mexican ports as gateways for U.S.-bound containers - only to decide they weren't worth the trouble when accounting for transit times and cost. Wal-Mart thinks differently. The cargo of the world's largest retailer contributes to the slightly more than... Cargolux begins twice-weekly Chicago-Zhengzhou service Freighter operator Cargolux has launched a new twice-weekly air service between Chicago and Zhengzhou, China. The service has been performing better than anticipated, executives at the Luxembourg-based firm have said, thanks in large part to Cargolux's partnership with the Chinese Henan Civil Aviation and Investment Co. HNCA bought 35 percent of Cargolux... Yusen Logistics (Americas) Named Intermodal Carrier of the Year by Continental Mills Secaucus, NJ: Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. has been named the 2014 Intermodal Carrier of the Year by Continental Mills in recognition of its outstanding customer service, continuous improvement and exceeding monthly key performance indicator (KPI) measurements. This is the third year in a row that Yusen Logistics has received this prestigious... Purolator International Names David Davis as Eastern District Sales Manager JERICHO, NY - May 5, 2015 - Purolator International, the leading provider of cross-border logistics between the U.S. and Canada, is pleased to announce the appointment of David Davis as Eastern District Sales Manager. Davis will be responsible for the growth of Purolator International within the Eastern district of the... Transcount Brings The Innovative Approach To Freight Forwarding A new freight forwarding management system has just been made officially available for the logistics and freight forwarding professionals. This system, called Transcount, opens new possibilities for freight managing and helps to reach higher work efficiency in less time. Transcount brings innovative solutions and handy tools for freight management and documents... Transport America Announces Leadership Transition EAGAN, Minn., May 4, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Transport Corporation of America, Inc. ("Transport America") announced today that Scott Arves will be stepping down as President effective June 1, 2015. Keith Klein, Transport America's Executive VP and Chief Operating Officer will succeed Mr. Arves as President. Mr. Arves has been a leader in... Global air freight growth weakens after February surge LONDON - Global air freight traffic rose 1.6 percent in March from year ago, down from a 12.2 percent surge in February that was skewed by the timing of the Chinese New Year and congestion at U.S. West Coast ports, the International Air Transportation Association reported. The modest March performance, nevertheless,... CEVA earnings jump by nearly a fifth on higher volume LONDON - CEVA's earnings were up almost a fifth in the first quarter higher air and ocean freight volumes and the benefits of a new business model offset significant exchange rate fluctuations. The Netherlands-based supply chain management company's adjusted earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization rose to $51 million, an... Shippers tap expedited carriers to route around, above congested ports There's a silver lining in every sky-high stack of containers - if you're an expedited trucking company. For carriers that move goods quickly by any and all means possible, the container logjam that built up during the West Coast port labor dispute was simply a bonanza. Expeditors thrive when crises strike,... Navios restates focus on containers as quarterly income falls LONDON - Navios Maritime Partners, the NYSE-listed Greek dry bulk and container ship-owner, restated its focus on the container sector as it reported lower first quarter income. "The container segment has become the workhorse of our company," Navios Chairman and CEO Angeliki Frangou said as she announced net income of $10.9 million... Lufthansa Cargo doubles Q1 profit as market hammers rivals LONDON - Lufthansa Cargo more than doubled its first-quarter operating profit, setting up a sixth consecutive year in the black in the face of a weak global air freight market that has pulverized the finances of its European rivals.The German all-cargo airline's earnings before interest and tax jumped to 52... Outsourcing less clear cut as China, US near cost parity HONG KONG - The export growth rate of emerging markets in the last 20 years will not be seen in the next two decades as rising wages make outsourcing less attractive and new technologies such as 3D printing start to gain more traction, according to researchers.A study by AlixPartners found...

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MAY 5, 2015
Navigator profits rise Navigator Holdings has reported a 30.5% jump in first quarter profit, with the bottom line growing as Wall Street expected. Maersk in court 'dialogue' Maersk Line has engaged Iran's legal system a week after a chartered-in vessel was seized on the Strait of Hormuz. UBS ups Scorpio Bulkers UBS has upgraded its rating ofon shares of Scorpio Bulkers on expectations that the shipowner's newbuilding sales plans will bolster its financial position. Kirby stretches loan US tank-barge giant Kirby Corp has added $225m to its credit agreement with various lenders as it paid off older debt. Newcomers lift Ardmore Ardmore Shipping has been boosted by vessel deliveries and strong tanker rates as it erased red ink from its first quarter bottom line. OSG plots NYSE return Overseas Shipholding Group is planning to return to the New York Stock Exchange with an initial public offering (IPO). Zim takes Diana ship Greece's Diana Containerships has won a better rate for one of its panamax boxships as Israeli line Zim expanded its fleet. POSH profit dwindles Pacific Offshore Services Holdings (POSH) has seen first quarter earnings fall away to nearly zero as costs rose and it booked losses from its Mexican businesses. Unpaid crew goes home Eighteen sailors stranded for around five months on a Mongolia-flagged tanker in Bahrain are finally set to return home. JS Danube refloated A French bulker has been towed into Mombasa after grounding last Tuesday. Fesco extends buyback Fesco has extended the buyback offer for a $455m Eurobond issue until the end of the week. Algoma loss higher Canadian owner Algoma Central Corporation has posted a bigger net loss in the first quarter as revenue fell. Golar seals FLNG deal Golar LNG has clinched a lucrative contract for its converted 125,000-cbm floating LNG (FLNG) vessel Gimi (built 1976) in Africa. Ocean Yield ups dividend Ocean Yield has raised its dividend following a steady performance in the first quarter. Tallink sells ro-pax Estonia's Tallink has found a new buyer for a 1986-built ro-pax after cancelling a previous contract. Teekay LNG joins bond run Teekay LNG is looking to raise $90m from a trip to the Norwegian bond market. Tigris impasse remains Maersk Line has met with Iranian officials in a bid to end the arrest of the Maersk Tigris. Eimskip buys ferries Icelandic container line Eimskip has taken over the two-ship fleet of domestic tour operator Seatours. Exmar adds $39m Belgian owner Exmar has tapped a Norwegian bond issue for extra cash to finance investments in LNG infrastructure. Marco Polo profit up 26% Marco Polo Marine has managed to post an increase in first quarter net profit of 26% to SGD 3.8m ($2.8m). NOL comes out top Neptune Orient Lines (NOL) is the surprise best performing stock in the year-to-date among the 35 shipowners covered by Clarkson Platou Securities. China cargo volumes mixed Chinese commodities imports in March proved a mixed bag for bulker owners, according to figures compiled by Banchero Costa. Baltic Trading takes a hit Baltic Trading has sunk to a $47.3m loss in the first quarter after it took a $30.7m impairment charge against the value of its fleet.

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MAY 5, 2015
NEWS FLASH: Greenbriar buys controlling stake in SEKO Logistics New L.A. drayage company to use employee drivers Speculation about Hamburg Süd joining Ocean3 grows Maersk 'in dialogue' with Iranian courts about seized containership Christie vetoes bill for New Jersey to withdraw from Waterfront Commission Horizon reports smaller first quarter loss CEVA revenues down 4.6% in Q1 Matson sees sharp increase in first quarter profits Hapag-Lloyd introduces new intra-Mediterranean loop Pasha's new ship to make first voyage this week Con-way Inc. reports 41% profit growth Team Worldwide owner dead at 80 FMC reviews 16 OTI license applications UP to spend $109m on Iowa rail improvements Executive Moves: International Association of Ports and Harbors and GAC XPO Logistics to buy port trucker Bridge Terminal Transport

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MAY 5, 2015
'Successful' bunkering test run for German LNG-powered ferry The MS Ostfriesland was fuelled with 40 cubic metres of LNG, says Bomin Linde. Construction of Middle East's 'first LNG-fuelled tug' underway Drydocks World held a steel cutting ceremony in Dubai on Tuesday. Refinery maintenance programmes to slow fuel oil output Singapore likely to see lower arbitrage volumes. Growing concern about global sulphur cap enforcement 'Who cares' if a ship burns HSFO on the high seas, Maersk director asks. 'Project Black' gathering ammunition against OW partners Investors said to have stopped dealing with one of the three banks advising on the IPO. 'Toughen the Efficiency Index', IMO told 'Many recently constructed ships already meet the IMO's design efficiency standard for 2020.' 'Only a matter of time' before Hamburg Sud joins O3 alliance Drewry points to 'intensified service cooperation' between the German carrier and alliance members. ECA non-compliance not just a 'theoretical risk' Even with lower fuel prices, big savings can still be made, say Trident Alliance members. New Zealand bunker spill: 'Still work to be done' Mobil has set up a process to consider compensation claims. External: Marine Bunkering(Rotterdam)B.V. Bomin expands operations in Russian Far East Company opens office in Nakhodka. Matson: 'We should see fuel being less of a factor' Unless bunker market sees a 'dramatic' change in prices, says spokesman. CNOOC subsidiary receives modern PSV Vessel to enter service at the end of May, says shipbuilder. Chimbusco strengthens bond with credit insurance provider Both side to enter 'long-term mutually beneficial relationship', says bunker supplier. Study: Gulf of Finland collision-related spill risk to rise Researchers based the estimate on projected growth from ship traffic numbers recorded in 2007 and 2008.

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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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