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May 22, 2015
Sched Netweb site
  • Evergreen, CSCL join Cosco in intra-Asia loop as vessel operators
  • Zim back in black with US$53 million profit despite 9.4pc revenue fall
  • 'K' Line accepts 2nd 13,870-TEUer from Japan's Imabari shipyard
  • Singapore April exports increase 2.2pc thanks to European demand
  • NDRC announces six rail projects worth almost US$40.2 billion
  • OOCL levies transatlantic trade westbound Montreal Low Water Surcharge
  • ICTSI Laguna dry port expands facilities to revive Filipino intermodality
  • Philippines needs to spend more on infrastructure: Ti report
  • New Mombasa box shop to be ready ahead of schedule in 2016
  • HK's AAT inspections of dangerous goods, lithium batteries begin
  • Hactl re-architects storage network with Brocade Fibre Channel
  • Kansas City airport volumes rise 3.4pc in March to 15.8 million pounds

Exim Indiaweb site
MAY 21, 2015
  • Conference on International North South Transport Corridor in Mumbai on June 12
  • Containership reliability at new high
  • Indian Register of Shipping celebrates four decades of excellence
  • Korean Shipowners' Association supports World Maritime University with $ 50K donation
  • LPG coaster shipping seen remaining weak in 2015
  • NYK updates English version of investor relations website
  • Orchid Shipping successfully handles superfast attack crafts for BSF at Mundra Port
  • SCI registers profit after three years
  • Shipyards ready for technological tie-ups with foreign cos
  • Transporters seek solutions to several burning issues
  • INR recovers smartly against US currency

International Transport Journalweb site
  • A high seas roller coaster ride
  • Algerian company investing in new trucks
  • Distributor for northeast and eastern China
  • Three forwarders receive part load quality award
  • New authorised signatory at L.I.T.
  • Award for Boluda
  • Valiram choses logistics partner
  • AAE fuels VTG growth
  • Avianca Brasil to join Star Alliance
  • ITF strengthens corporate partnership board
  • New blocktrain to/from Poland
  • Reappointment of UK transport secretary welcome
  • Saudia Cargo adds Paris CdG to network
  • Hapag-Lloyd posts encouraging Q1 results
  • Cleaner ships cost less in Antwerp

IHS Maritimeweb site
MAY 21, 2015
  • Diana prices bond offering
    Diana Shipping has raised USD55 million through a bond offering, although industry bonds issuances remain sharply lower so far this year. NYSE-listed Diana will pay an 8.5% annual interest rate on the senior unsecured notes, which will mature in 2020. Underwriters have the option to purchase an
  • Panama Canal chief unfazed by competition
    The Suez Canal is scheduled to be wider and deeper by the end of the northern summer, but the potential time and cost savings for shippers and carriers is not a concern for Panama Canal Authority CEO Jorge Quijano. Quijano, who views the Suez as a primary competitor with the Panama Canal for US
  • Bulker blocks Argentine soyabean exports
    The grounding of a bulker owned by Norden has temporarily closed a crucial shipping channel for Argentine soyabean exports. A Norden representative confirmed to IHS Maritime that the 2014-built, 77,134 dwt Panamax Nord Hydra, which is on long-term charter, went aground at 1940 on 18 May. "The ship
  • Standard Club chief urges diversification
    The chief executive of managers for the Standard P&I club said its policy of diversification remains vital in its efforts to peg P&I premium rates. Speaking as the club issued its full-year results for 2014/15, Jeremy Grose, chief executive of Charles Taylor & Co, said the launch of its Lloyd's
  • DFDS raises forecast after strong 1Q15
    DFDS, the listed Danish ferry and logistics group, has raised its full-year operating profit forecast after cutting net loss in 1Q15 on economic recovery on its key markets and cheaper bunkers, the company said in a statement. Group net loss narrowed to DKK23 million (USD3.4 million) in 1Q15 from
  • Lloyd's Register CEO resigns
    Lloyd's Register CEO Richard Sadler has resigned, the classification society has announced. Sadler had been in the role for eight years and will be replaced by the current CFO Alastair Marsh at the end of 2015. Sadler's tenure has seen LR's yearly turnover reach GBP1 billion (USD1.5 billion).
  • Barge capsizes off Singapore, 14 missing
    Fourteen seafarers are today missing after a Bolivian-registered sand-carrier has capsized in Singapore waters. The incident happened yesterday (20 May) at around 04:20 h local time.
  • Hoegh LNG cuts loss and eyes more FSRUs
    Hoegh LNG (HLNG), the Oslo-based listed gas carrier company controlled by the Leif Hoegh group, has cut its loss in 1Q15 and says it plans to continue to grow its floating storage and regasification unit (FSRU) business. Group net loss narrowed to USD2.4 million in 1Q15 from USD4.5 million in the
  • Political risk seen in dredging
    Political risks arising from vested interests and regime changes could affect dredging projects, and contractors need to calculate the risks before committing to these. The Abbot Point expansion project in Australia is an example of this
  • Maersk Line hires new East and Central China head
    Maersk Line announced on 21 May that Mike Fang will be the company's new head for East and Central China effective 1 July. "I am excited to take on this new role and to return to Shanghai," Fang commented on his new position. "East and Central China is an important market for Maersk Line, occupying
  • ICBC introduces new newbuilding funding method
    The Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) has introduced a new financial instrument to help finance newbuildings that can be bareboat chartered to shipping companies, with the financing coming from private investors. The new method has been applied in a deal between a Chinese state-owned
  • APL's new service to boost North-South American trade
    Singapore-headquartered shipping liner APL has launched a new weekly service to enhance its network coverage in North and South America. According to APL's corporate statement, the new America Caribbean Express (ACX) service will link Central America with the US East Coast, and will be operated
  • Israel's Zim returns to profit
    Israel-based container carrier Zim returned to profitability in 1Q15 with its EBIT numbers improving dramatically, reaching USD61 million compared with USD5 million in the last quarter of 2014, and a USD16 million negative EBIT in the same quarter last year. In GAAP terms, the Q115 EBIT was USD40
  • CMES, COSCO sign deals with Brazil's Vale
    China Merchants Energy Shipping (CMES) and COSCO have signed financial and transport co-operation pacts with Brazilian miner Vale. The firms signed two three-party memorandums of understandings (MOUs) with Vale, while CMES also inked an expanded framework agreement with the miner for co-operation on seaborne cargo transportation and a long-term integrated logistics on 19 May.
  • MOL sees rise in eco-friendly equipment sales
    Japanese shipping company Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) said that its subsidiary has succeeded in clinching orders of its energy-saving propeller boss cap fins (PBCFs) for as many as 3,000 vessels. The PBCF is installed at the propeller of the vessel

The Loadstarweb site
MAY 21, 2015
  • Shippers call for more liberalisation as Dutch restrict Gulf carriers at Schiphol
  • Carrier schedule reliability improves in April, but do shippers really care?
  • Privatisation paying dividends for Penang as productivity rises and more lines call

Marine Logweb site
MAY 21, 2015
  • Theriot joins Conrad Industries' management team
  • Migrant crisis: Ships said to need on board security teams
  • Imtech to suppy key equipment for hybrid ferry
  • Transocean, Halliburton report Deepwater Horizon settlements
  • Anglo-Eastern inks PrimeServ turbocharger contract
  • Alastair Marsh to be LR's next CEO

World Wide Shipperweb site
MAY 21, 2015
  • Drewry schedule reliability report sees performance gains during April
  • APL to add weekly service covering CentralAm/US East Coast
  • Energy-saving propeller cap sees global orders at 3,000 vessels
  • US rail freight traffic count rolls to negative weekly total
  • "K" Line inks contract to move new rail cars

Lloyd's Listweb site
MAY 21, 2015
  • Can Doumbia-Henry revamp the WMU?
    Broadening the World Maritime University's scope will be difficult, but could raise shipping awareness. It might also solve the WMU's funding concerns
  • 'Differentiated and conservative approach' behind Pangaea Logistics' positive first-quarter results
    Nasdaq-listed dry bulk specialist adds new steel-shipping contract worth up to $135m
  • Navios Holdings beats analyst estimates but contends with '30-year low' for bulkers
    Angeliki Frangou-led owner posts first-quarter loss
  • NYK talks up its 'non-shipping' credentials
    Japanese giant says logistics and other non-shipping businesses account for 30% of group revenues
  • Improved operational efficiency and new sailings see Zim return to profit
    Israeli carrier posts $35m first-quarter profit
  • What US-Opec oil price war means for tankers
    Views on whether the US is now the world's swing producer vary but smart owners need to be aware of shifts in global crude dynamics, big or small
  • Dafni to spearhead new China shipping service between Southeast Asia and Indian subcontinent
    Min Sheng Shipping launches service loop between Bangkok and Yangon
  • APL and SeaLand join forces on intra-America trade
    Weekly service will link Central America with the US east coast
  • Standard Club breaks even on 2014 underwriting
    Combined ratio of 100% on back of 3% gain in tonnage
  • PMA ratifies five-year US west coast labour contract
    Outcome of ILWU vote on new agreement expected Friday
  • Hapag-Lloyd's turnaround ambitions
    The German shipping line reported weak financial results in 2014, but its new chief executive hopes 2015 will mark the start of a new era
  • Hoegh LNG reduces losses
    Oslo-listed gas player has new FSRUs in operation

The Journal of Commerceweb site
MAY 21, 2015
  • US Congress poised to deliver on US port funding promise
    WASHINGTON - The U.S. Congress moved closer to hitting port funding goals set last year after a Senate committee this week passed a bill that would send $1.25 billion to ports in fiscal 2016. Although landmark water resources legislation passed in 2014 set increased funding targets, congressional appropriators missed the mark the...
  • Time running out for Highway Trust Fund extension
    WASHINGTON - The U.S. Senate now has just more than a day to extend funding for the Highway Trust Fund before the money that maintains America's roads, bridges and other infrastructure runs out. The House of Representatives Tuesday approved a two-month extension for the fund, set to expire May 31. The extension...
  • US duties on Chinese container to be refunded after trade commission ruling
    Temporary duties placed on Chinese 53-foot domestic dry containers will be refunded after a U.S. trade commission ruled earlier this week that Chinese manufacturers did not have an unfair advantage over their North American competitors. The U.S. International Trade Commission announced Tuesday it would not to uphold lower courts' rulings that...
  • ODFL names Gantt president; CEO Congdon becomes vice chairman
    Old Dominion Freight Line has a new president: Greg C. Gannt, the less-than-truckload carrier's former executive vice president and chief operating officer. David S. Congdon, formerly president, will remain CEO and become vice chairman of the board of directors. His father, Earl E. Congdon, is chairman of the board. This will be...
  • Sunset Transportation's Mark Cammarata named CFO of the Year
    ST. LOUIS, May 19, 2015 - Sunset Transportation, a leader in third-party logistics and freight payment, announces that its chief financial officer, Mark Cammarata, has been named 2015 CFO of the Year by the St. Louis Business Journal. Cammarata is being honored in the small corporation category as one of the best financial stewards in St. Louis based on...
  • Logistics Plus opens offices in Egypt
    Logistics Plus, a global provider of transportation, logistics and supply chain solutions, has opened offices in Cairo and Alexandria, Egypt, and formed a Logistics Plus Eqypt operation that includes a warehouse in Badr City just outside of Cairo. Asser Amin will oversee the new Logistics Plus Egypt operation, with Ali Khater...
  • Scarbrough's NAFTA operations to expand via acquisitions
    In a deal expected to close on Aug. 1, Scarbrough International, a Kansas City-based logistics and customs brokerage firm, will expand its operations south and into Mexico. Scarbrough will acquire Laredo Becnel, a Laredo, Texas-based customs broker, in addition to Nuevo Laredo, a customs broker and logistics company based in Mexico. Scarbrough...
  • Savannah beefs up reefer capacity after strong 2014
    The Port of Savannah is ramping up its refrigerated cargo capacity after substantial year-over-year growth in reefer cargo at the Georgia port. Over the past five years, the compounded annual growth rate for reefer imports and exports was 5.6 percent at the Savannah port, according to data from PIERS, a sister...
  • After three years of losses, Shipping Corporation of India reports FY profit
    State-owned Shipping Corporation of India swung to a Rs. 201 crore (about $31.5 million) net profit in fiscal year 2014-15, which ended March 31, from a Rs. 275 crore loss ($43.2 million) in the previous year, driven by continued cost-cutting and improved freight earnings that helped compensate for a marginal...
  • US contract truck rates rise as shippers pay for capacity
    Defying economic gravity, U.S. contract truckload rates rose 3.8 percent year-over-year in April, Cass Information Systems said in its latest Truckload Linehaul Index. The contract price hike for truckload shippers comes atop a 5.7 percent rate increase in April 2014 and a 5.1 percent gain in March. Contract rates are rising...
  • Small impact likely from NMFC changes
    Q: Supplement 1 to the National Motor Freight Classification, NMFC 100-AO, hit our radar this week. It provides for: (1) Reducing from 15 days to five the time for shippers and receivers to provide notice to carriers of concealed damage. (2) Establishing 180 days for the filing and collection of claims for...
  • European imports to US spike 11 percent
    Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium are the biggest beneficiaries of increased U.S. demand for European goods and materials, according to PIERS, a sister product of JOC.com within IHS Martime & Trade. Click to enlargeU.S. imports of European goods in the first three months jumped 11 percent year-over-year to about 460,000 TEUs....
  • Houston volume rockets as West Coast diversions hold for now
    The Port of Houston's loaded container volumes jumped 46 percent in April, boosted by cargo diversions from the U.S. West Coast that appear to have had more staying power than some originally anticipated. Click to EnlargeThe spike at Houston and at other U.S. East Coast ports last month - as seen...
  • TPM 2015 Sponsor: CargoSmart, Lionel Louie
    Better data allows for better negotiations. CargoSmart's Chief Commercial Officer Lionel Louie on the challenges that port congestions, labor issues and other disruptions create for sailing schedule management and the cost-savings potential of doing it well. ...
  • Trucking association serving LA, Long Beach ports creates chassis pool
    The Harbor Trucking Association of Southern California has formed its own chassis pool to ensure its member companies will have access to the equipment they need even when terminals in Los Angeles-Long Beach are experiencing equipment shortages or dislocations. HTA President George Boyle told a membership meeting Wednesday the pool will...
  • Shippers welcome end of latest German rail strike
    LONDON - German locomotive drivers on Thursday called off their latest strike -the ninth in 10 months - and agreed to refer their dispute with Deutsche Bahn, the state-owned railway company, to arbitration. Germany's industrial supply chains and its leading ports were facing major disruptions as the drivers' union GDL had...
  • Shippers and truckers the losers in demurrage blame game
    Demurrage and per-diem detention fees at gridlocked U.S. ports have turned into a multimillion-dollar hot potato. Cargo interests, truckers, ocean carriers and marine terminals are locked in noisy, seemingly nonstop argument over responsibility for the fees. It's a complex problem with no easy solution - but plenty of finger-pointing. Chronic port...
  • Royal Mail profit up on cost savings
    LONDON - Royal Mail, the U.K. postal group, boosted full-year operating profit by 6 percent as cost cuts offset sluggish revenue in an increasingly competitive parcels market.Adjusted operating profit before "transformation "costs rose to £740 million ($1.15 billion) in the year to March 29 from £740 million in the previous...
  • DFDS cuts loss on volume growth, efficiency gains
    LONDON - DFDS, the short-sea shipping and logistics group, raised its full-year earnings outlook after operating profit surged 150 percent in the first quarter as higher freight traffic on its North European network offset lower volumes on Russian routes.The Danish group's earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, amortization and special items...
  • UPS adds express and contract logistics to Myanmar business
    Global integrator UPS is expanding its portfolio of services in Myanmar, introducing express delivery and contract logistics services that complement the air and ocean freight services launched in August last year. Customers can now leverage a full range of logistics solutions as Myanmar engages in increased levels of global trade. "UPS...

TradeWindsweb site
MAY 21, 2015
  • Globus sells its Tiara
    Globus Maritime sold its oldest bulker as the company seeks to boost its balance sheet by offloading some of its assets.
  • Iran ship reaches Djibouti
    A multi-purposeship (MPP) at the heart of the latest Iran-related maritime tension has diverted to Djibouti.
  • BW target bolstered
    Wells Fargo Securities hiked its 2015 earnings estimates for BW LPG Thursday and increased its valuation of the company's Oslo-listed shares.
  • Duo explore selldown
    Two major shareholders in VLGC owner Avance Gas are looking to sell down their holdings in the Oslo-listed Company.
  • Lebanon seeks Suez cut
    Lebanon is looking to cut the cost of shipping its exports through the Suez Canal.
  • Shares instead of cash
    George Economou's DryShips has reached an agreement with its subsidiary Ocean Rig to exchange part of a recent loan for shares.
  • Varun readies two listings
    Indian LPG carrier owner Varun Shipping is close to listing two separate operating companies in Mumbai after winning new finance and restructuring its debts.
  • Navios red but ahead
    Navios Maritime Holdings has posted a smaller than projected deficit in the opening three months of 2015.
  • NAO buys back
    Nordic American Offshore (NAO) has launched a share buyback scheme that will see the company repurchase up to 2.5m of its common stock.
  • Dof hit by forex
    Norwegian offshore shipowner Dof has posted a slim loss in the first quarter after currency effects hurt the bottom line.
  • SCI stronger in fourth
    Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) has posted a bigger profit in its fourth quarter as boxships, tankers and bulkers recovered from losses the year before.
  • Astra adds panamax
    Greek owner Astra Shipmanagement is boosting its managed fleet after clients purchased a Japanese-controlled panamax bulker.
  • Vista snaps up veteran
    Ukrainian owner linked to purchase of what would be its newest capesize, built in 1999.
  • Titan back in business
    Titan Petrochemical is looking to revive its shipbuilding business after striking deals with two energy companies.
  • Cosco, CSDC team on VLOCs
    Chinese shipping giants China Cosco Holdings Co (CCHC) and China Shipping Development Co (CSDC) have set up a joint venture company to operate four very large ore carriers (VLOCs) bought from Vale.
  • 14 lost in capsize
    Fourteen crew are feared drowned after a sand barge capsized off Malaysia on Wednesday.
  • Diana raising $55m
    Greek bulker owner Diana Shipping is selling $55m of unsecured notes and may spend the cash on new ships.
  • Hoegh LNG reduces red
    Hoegh LNG has cut its loss in the first quarter as costs fell, but it warned vessel over-supply will last for up to three years.
  • DFDS cuts loss
    Danish ro-ro and logistics group DFDS has reduced its loss in the first quarter as shipping markets improved.
  • Norden bulker aground
    A Norden panamax bulker remains aground in Parana River blocking commodity exports from the Argentine port of Rosario.
  • APL boosts US exposure
    Neptune Orient Line's container arm APL has introduced a new weekly service aimed at enhancing its network coverage in the Americas.
  • Savannah volumes surge
    The Port of Savannah saw container volumes jump by over 25% in April, figures from the Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) show.

American Shipperweb site
MAY 21, 2015
  • NEWS FLASH: TPA tiptoes closer to finish line
  • Retailers say West Coast port congestion pressured Q1 sales
  • Long Beach seeks bids for peak season chassis fleet
  • UPS study: High-tech exporters looking to right-shore supply chains
  • HTA announces new chassis pool
  • Evergreen reports first quarter profit
  • April box volumes up 10.8% at Port of Charleston
  • New independent liner service connects Southeast Asia with Indian subcontinent
  • "K" Line to bring Hitachi rail cars to UK
  • Port of Antwerp offers discounts to environmentally-friendly ships
  • Port Catoosa's volumes slip in April
  • GPA adds cold storage capacity
  • Salmon supplier to use Amber Road for restricted party screening
  • Browning rejoins Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg
  • Executive Moves: Envirotainer, UPS and V.Group
  • PMA members approve tentative longshore labor contract

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
MAY 21, 2015
  • Lower bunker costs boost SCI's annual net profits
    Spurred by seven-fold net income increase in fourth quarter (Q4).
  • Imtech Marine to supply hybrid ferry propulsion system
    First ferry ordered with Imtech Marine systems 'achieved fuel savings of 38%'.
  • US Gulf fuel-oil stocks at record level
    Buying interest in US residual product had been declining for months.
  • Vancouver oil spill puts bunkering in spotlight
    Bunkering rule change deemed to increase chances of a repeat spill.
  • KPI Bridge Oil appoints new trader in Seattle office
    Daniel Chin has worked in Singapore, Korea and Pakistan.
  • Singapore fuel oil stocks are up week-on-week
    Inventories at a four-week high.
  • DFDS reduces quarterly deficit
    But cost of installing scrubbers contributes to higher ship depreciation.
  • Cargill denies closing its Singapore trading desk
    'We will continue to be active in Singapore and in China.'
  • Firm enters project to build potential LNG bunkering site
    Facility to be built along the US south coast.
  • Zim books quarterly profit
    Lower bunker prices lift performance.
  • Canadian firm eyes LNG bunkering market
    Plans for a small scale LNG facility move a step closer.
  • VTTI marketing storage space at Tanjung Bin
    Capacity at Tanjung Bin terminal to grow by 30%.
  • Propellars for hybrid technology a 'key opportunity area'
    Research identifies growing market.
  • Mobil: Tauranga bunker pipeline to remain shut
    'We do not expect main wharf bunkering to be operational for several weeks yet,' says spokeswoman.
  • Singapore: Double-digit falls to wholesale bunkering trade
    Q1 trading activity slows on the back of lower oil prices.
  • Propeller boss cap sales rise
    On back of rising fuel price fears.
  • Crude rises as US supplies drop
    US crude supplies slid to 482.2 million barrels last week.

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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:
- alphabetical order
- 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 Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
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
(Bernama)
››› 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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