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July 12, 2016
Sched Netweb site
  • Half China's export boxes have no VGMs, but cargo still loads: K+N
  • Beijing holds South China Sea naval exercises ahead of Hague court ruling
  • Hapag-Lloyd eco chief warns against EU's demand for 'sensitive' CO2 data
  • Malaysia's Borneo Sapangar Bay box shop to become big transshipment hub
  • S&P cuts Oz rating to negative from stable after wobbly vote result
  • Canadian trade deficit holds near record as exports slide after 2Q slip
  • Sea lawyers Ince & Co chart course to Brexit starting in October
  • Unique Logistics moves ocean carrier rates into CargoSphere cloud
  • Wilmington docks biggest-ever boxship to call at updated facility
  • UK to build truck park to ease traffic when Channel services disrupted
  • Poor cherry crop means little air cargo demand except from Korea
  • Air France-KLM CEO faces French turmoil, possible Dutch rebellion
  • AirBridgeCargo Airlines launches B747 freighter services to Phnom Penh
  • Doubts cloud Azerbaijan's vision to set up major hub at Baku airport

Exim Indiaweb site
JULY 11, 2016
  • Capt. Luay K. Saadeh of Bahri leaves a lasting impression on the trade
  • Capt. Radhika Menon, first woman Captain of Indian Merchant Navy, to receive IMO award for exceptional bravery at sea
  • Container shipping rates forecast to rise
  • Govt scheme to facilitate creation of shipping & port infrastructure
  • Japan's first LNG-fuelled tugboat garners recognition for NYK at 17th annual Logistics Environment Awards
  • Over 40 new members join FIATA
  • Owner-managed UK shipping & transport businesses confident of a better 2016
  • PIL commences service connecting South Pacific from HAROPA-Port of Le Havre
  • SCFI rates down again
  • Yang Ming sets up subsidiary in Spain
  • Cabinet approves import of pulses thru' long-term contract with Mozambique
  • COPY OF CUSTOMS NOTIFICATION

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Infrastructure upgrade along major trade routes
  • Former customer returns to Fiege fold
  • 1,000th tier 4 locomotive built in Fort Worth
  • MSC supporting Liverpool 2 trials
  • LH Cargo and ANA extend JV
  • JV in Japan
  • Minimal interest in Trainose sale
  • BCT and AGCT join Feport
  • Contract prolonged for Halifax CEO
  • Enhancing connectivity in North Africa
  • Weighing up after six months
  • Gefco UK appoints new MD
  • Belarus and Latvia working together in rail sector
  • Port projects in India in the making
  • Turkish Airlines more to Moldova
  • E-commerce/logistics under Jørnsen's aegis

IHS Maritimeweb site
JULY 11, 2016
  • US to ease autopilot rules for tankers
  • Spanish-built 'eco-ferry' to service Texel
  • UECC launches world's largest dual-fuel LNG ship
  • Tight Australian election result paves way for bipartisan shipping policy
  • Torm lines up USD115 million in funding for four new tankers
  • Swiber Holdings receives letters of demand for USD4.76 million
  • South Korean president says shipbuilding industry needs to innovate to survive
  • HMM seeks improved credit rating
  • Capacity cuts send Asia-South America spot rates soaring
  • Beijing to review shipyard white list
  • Fire related issues get ships detained most, reports ClassNK
  • COSCO Shipping profit plummets in first half

The Loadstarweb site
JULY 11, 2016
  • Qatar Airways reveals financials in transparency bid 'to kill allegations of state subsidy'
  • Asia-ECSA container trade shows cutting capacity can help rates, and carriers, recover
  • Hyperloop lists the attractions of €19bn 'mag-lev' Scandinavia link
  • LTL carriers look to last-mile service to stimulate sagging revenue growth
  • Deal with Chinese buyer for Germany's Hahn Airport close to collapse
  • Rumours grow on Hyundai Merchant Marine takeover by Maersk

Marine Logweb site
JULY 11, 2016
  • Davie workers reject "insulting" labor agreement proposal
  • Mitsui Engineering & Shipbuilding completes ethane fueled engine
  • Four shipyards awarded T-ATS (X) Phase I contracts
  • NAVSEA launches Naval Shipyard Innovation Fund
  • LR defines "autonomy levels" for ship design and operation
  • Lockheed Martin awarded $10.6 million for LCS 5 PSA
  • Genting tweaks plans for its German shipyards
  • HII gets $7.4 million more for Enterprise inactivation

World Wide Shipperweb site
JULY 11, 2016
  • Port of Bellingham begins work on central waterfront cleanup project
  • Allan Baydala announces retirement from Vancouver BC port authority post
  • Coast Guard Port Captain hits jumpers with violation notices
  • The Northwest Seaport Alliance expanding operations team
  • PDX noise advisory board set to meet Thursday, July 14

Lloyd's Listweb site
JULY 11, 2016
  • Asia-Europe box traffic down in May
    Volumes on the key east-west trade fall for first time in three months
  • MOL sells Gas Oriental for only $22m
    Weak asset values also hitting medium-sized LPG carrier industry
  • BIMCO and bunker majors to draft OW Bunker-proof standard contract
    Owners and fuel suppliers work together to avoid repetition of double payment imbroglio
  • China Cosco Shipping mulls captive insurance
    Insurance venture could turn an expense into much needed income
  • Shipper body welcomes new European price ruling
    FTA says European Commission decision on ocean freight rates announcements by shipping lines 'will bring industry into 21st century'
  • ArgoGlobal expands marine underwriting team
    Lloyd's insurer hires from RSA and Allied World
  • Larger tonnage still the big hope
    Larger ships maybe in short supply but owners are still waiting for this to transfer to rates
  • Asian shippers coping with box weighing
    Most cargo owners and forwarders using container terminals in Hong Kong and China opting for Method 2
  • Brussels probes aid to Belgian and French ports
    The European Commission opens two in-depth competition investigations after previous requests to abolish tax exemptions ignored
  • Clyde & Co gets Dusseldorf office
    First German branch after five staff poached from local law firm
  • Suezmax Seatriumph finally goes to Russians for $31m
    Tanker bought for storage purposes, as experts predict upswing in floating storage on Brexit
  • Dry bulk: Market keeps the faith
    Supply overhang casts a cloud over any near-term recovery
  • LPG: Sharp fleet growth pushes down freight rates
    Large newbuilding deliveries hurt owners despite promising demand growth
  • Port Hedland posts record June volume as iron ore exports to China jump
    Iron ore shipments from Australia's Port Hedland improve 9% year on year in June
  • Torm secures $115m financing from Export-Import Bank of China
    Tanker giant says loan will be used to finance four long range two newbuilds
  • Shanghai handles more boxes in June but first-half volumes slip
    World's largest container port posts first-half container volumes down 0.8% year on year to 17.9m teu
  • Fatigue: Let's do something about it
    The Martha project has amassed a considerable weight of important evidence

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JULY 11, 2016
  • FMC chairman concerned over PierPass fee increase
  • Lack of Customs funding endangers timely cargo clearance
  • Amid weak demand, trucking hits hiring roadblock
  • China Merchants targets Melbourne port as part of Belt and Road expansion
  • HMM to deploy larger ships on trans-Pacific service calling US East Coast
  • India seeks US help for freight infrastructure development
  • Lines launch new Asia-Australia services as trade reorganizes
  • EU probes French, Belgian port tax breaks
  • Spot rates on Asia-Latin America take off as carriers slash capacity

TradeWindsweb site
JULY 11, 2016
  • Iran interested in boosting crude exports
    Senior official says country could double exports, provided market can absorb supply.
  • Buyers seen pulling back from RBS sale
    Effort to sell Greek shipfinance portfolio reportedly hits stumbling block after Brexit vote.
  • Eagle Bulk Shipping adds to share sale
    Stamford bulker owner sells $3m more shares after last week's $85m.
  • No shrink for bulker fleet, DB data show
    Analyst Amit Mehrotra says dry-bulk fleet grew by 49 ships so far this year. Tankers add 116.
  • Evergreen goes big on US East Coast route
    Taiwanese containership line plans to remove two smaller ships thanks to new locks.
  • Bodouroglou seeks to reassure investors
    Chief executive and founder says better days are ahead for over-the-counter-listed Paragon and Box Ships.
  • Bodouroglou woos Box Ships shareholders
    Chief executive and founder says better days are ahead for over-the-counter-listed containership owner.
  • Korean yards' wage hikes prove costly
    Pay has doubled over last 15 years, while the Japanese figure is 5%.
  • Deputy PM calls for Russian offshore newbuilds
    Alexander Khloponin says owners ready to order domestically to develop new fields.
  • Diana set for sale and purchase return
    Simeon Palios-led owner thought to be closing on the acquisition of a capesize resale.
  • GasLog fixes final open newbuilding to Total
    New charterer takes ship under construction at Hyundai Heavy for up to 10 years.
  • Mokster wins six-month extension
    Det Norske keeps on Norwegian owner's supply ship.
  • Shuvalov sights 2016 IPO for Sovcomflot
    Politician and former chairman says long-awaited listing could come this year.
  • Lundin books offshore duo for Barents Sea
    Swedish oil company takes Bourbon and Island vessels for well work.
  • Tanker dividends in focus amid price falls
    Clarksons Platou Securities says use of cash will be key area of interest in first quarter reporting season.
  • C-K Ferry signs for newbuilding
    Shandong Huanghai to build 35,000-gt ship for domestic owner.
  • Union calls Davie wage offer 'ridiculous'
    Canadian shipyard workers reject latest collective agreement.
  • Toughest first-half since financial crisis, Clarksons says
    Shipowner's earnings almost one-fifth below average seen since 2009, with newbuilding investment at 35-year low.
  • Genting injects $110m into German yards
    Investment follows just three months after the purchase of former Nordic Yards facilities.
  • Cosco Shipping predicts profit plunge
    Revenue falling at Chinese heavy-lift and ro-ro group.
  • Passengers rescued after grounding
    More than 70 people taken from ferry that took on water in Liverpool.
  • STX spin-off files for receivership
    Korean block builder ForceTEC seeks court-led restructuring due to woes of struggling yard group.

American Shipperweb site
JULY 11, 2016
  • U.S. pork exports hold strong in May
  • FMC reviews 5 OTI license applications
  • G-20 makes progress on environmental goods trade
  • CMA CGM Victory Bridge begins calling Tuxpan, Mexico
  • BWR: OOCL, COSCON and ANL unveil proposed A3 consortium
  • Dayton Freight opens second service center in Tennessee
  • Drewry: Shift in U.S. cargo from West to East Coast will be gradual
  • Seaboard Marine expands New Orleans connection to Central, South America
  • Thoma Bravo closes Elemica acquisition

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JULY 11, 2016
  • European HSFO cracks hit 5-month high on VLCC loading, low stocks
  • Bangladesh BPC seeks fuel oil again to meet summer demand
  • TANKERS: China's Unipec remains top charterer of dirty tankers in H1 -- report
  • Bunker supplier Bomin launches operations in Mauritius
    Safe anchorage available outside the harbor for bunker only calls.
  • TENDER DATA: Taiwan's Formosa offers 15,000 mt fuel oil for July 25-27
  • TENDER DATA: South Korea's EWP seeks 40,000 mt HSFO for July 26-28
  • Finland's first small-scale LNG import terminal to receive first cargo
    First of several small-scale LNG import facilities planned in country.

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US-China trade easing also involves ports and shipyards
Beijing
Beijing extends suspension of port charges on US vessels and investigation into the impact of the US measures on its maritime industry
Alfa Laval Acquires Navtor for $700 Million
Lund/Egersund
The Norwegian company providing digital solutions for shipping will be integrated into the Ocean division of the Swedish group
Boluda Towage acquires Dutch towing company Muller Dordrecht
Dordrecht/Valencia
It has a fleet of 16 tugboats and eight barges
Last month, vessel transits through the Suez Canal increased by +32.1%
Last month, vessel transits through the Suez Canal increased by +32.1%
Cairo
Growth of +86.8% in tonnage and +94.1% in transit rights
Rail, space, and the environment are among the priorities emerging from meetings on the new Port Planning Scheme for the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado.
Genoa
The first phase of the AdSP's listening process has concluded with 65 hearings and over 120 stakeholders involved.
Fincantieri signs agreements with JA Solutions, Navantia, and Naval Group
Paris
Intensive collaboration with the Danish company in the field of advanced modular and containerized systems for reconfigurable naval units
Fewer containers, more revenue: Maersk's maritime division grows with freight rates
Fewer containers, more revenue: Maersk's maritime division grows with freight rates
Copenhagen
In the third quarter, volumes fell by -0.8%, but tariffs and congestion raised Ocean's EBIT to 2.6 billion
From Egypt to Morocco, passing through Gioia Tauro: does the ETS shift containers to non-EU ports?
Brussels
A study promoted by Assarmatori sees signs of transfer already underway and calls for corrections
ONE vessels carried record container volumes in the third quarter
Singapore
Revenues increased by 36.5%. Performance driven by demand for transpacific shipments.
Wallenius Wilhelmsen records a third quarter with record revenues which, however, grow less than costs
Lysaker
Slight decrease in the volumes of vehicles transported by the fleet
Suez Canal: Signs of a recovery in ship traffic in September
Suez Canal: Signs of a recovery in ship traffic in September
Ismailia
However, the repercussions of the crisis in the Red Sea persist
Taranto, the steel crisis continues to weigh on the port.
Taranto, the steel crisis continues to weigh on the port.
Taranto
Liquid bulk cargoes are supporting volumes, but overall traffic is down 5.7% in the first nine months of 2026. Container traffic remains volatile.
US port tariffs on Chinese ships, trade coalition calls for permanent suspension
Washington
Hundreds of associations have written to Greer ahead of the January 9, 2027, deadline. Among them is the World Shipping Council.
T&E: The ETS should become the driving force behind investments in e-fuels for aircraft and ships.
Brussels
The organization's demands for the overhaul of the ETS: more European resources, a dedicated fund, and two-sided auctions
In the first half of 2026, freight traffic in the port of Livorno fell by -3.6%
Livorno
Ports on Elba also experienced a decline (-3.3%). The port of Piombino bucked the trend with a +5.7%.
Cargo volumes down in Southern Adriatic ports in the first six months of 2026
Bari
The system loses 676 thousand tons compared to 2025, almost all between the two largest ports
In the third quarter, ship traffic in the Panama Canal remained stable
Panama/Balboa
However, the tonnage of ships and the volume of goods in transit are growing
Le Aziende informano
Ufficiali di Macchina: l'Accademia Italiana della Marina Mercantile apre le selezioni per il corso ITS triennale gratuito. Scadenza 26 ottobre
Maritime ETS, FEPORT supports cargo-related anti-avoidance measure
Brussels
It is the most effective solution - claims the federation of European terminal operators - to protect the competitiveness of EU ports
COSCO Shipping, revenues +29% and profits +82%: the credit goes to freight rates, rather than volumes
Hong Kong
The trans-Pacific market is the driving force behind the Chinese group's accounts
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings reports increased net income but declining margins in the third quarter.
Miami
APM Terminals signs further expansion phase for the Moroccan port of Tangier Med
Rabat
An investment of over 800 million dollars is planned to build 1.2 kilometers of docks
Port of Barcelona launches project to reduce cruise terminals from seven to five
Barcelona
Review of the concession held by Creuers del Port de Barcelona
Boluda and Samskip, a new merger in European short-sea shipping.
Boluda and Samskip, a new merger in European short-sea shipping.
Valencia/Rotterdam
The Spanish group has signed an agreement to acquire all the activities of the Dutch group and expand its multimodal platform
Indian shipyards on EU ship recycling list, ECSA asks MEPs to approve
Brussels
Call to reject a motion opposing the Commission's proposal
CVC DIF has acquired a majority stake in the Spanish shipyard Cernaval
Schiphol
The Iberian company employs approximately 275 people
Contship Italia acquires the Tarros group
Melzo/La Spezia
All the activities and assets that make up the integrated service system of the La Spezia group are changing hands
Villa Vie Residences' residential cruise ship suspended
Villa Vie Residences' residential cruise ship suspended
Fort Lauderdale/Sihanoukville
The company attributes the ship's grounding to rising fuel costs and is working on a restructuring and recapitalization plan.
Wallenius Wilhelmsen orders four 9,900 CEU PCTCs plus eight options
Lysaker
Agreement with the Chinese shipyard Jinling Shipyard (Jiangsu)
Royal Caribbean posts record quarterly revenue of $5.59 billion. Full-year 2026 forecasts are raised.
Royal Caribbean posts record quarterly revenue of $5.59 billion. Full-year 2026 forecasts are raised.
Miami
EBITDA at 2.53 billion and passengers at 2.68 million in the July-September period
Maritime safety, ETS, flags, and employment are the focus of the Confitarma president's report.
Rome
Zanetti calls for a European alliance for freedom of navigation, a national pact for the transition, and less bureaucracy for the Italian flag.
Global Ports Holding signs concession agreement for Saint Vincent cruise port
Istanbul
The agreement has a duration of 30 years
Sunde family sells Color Line to Stena
Gothenburg
Swedish ferry group acquires Norway's largest cruise ferry company
Chinese ports, the race is slowing down
Chinese ports, the race is slowing down
Beijing
After 25 years of growth, freight traffic is almost at a standstill, but containers are still breaking records.
Lorenzo Sanna is the new president of ANPAN
Sestri Levante
Parmigiani: Regarding the High Seas Protocol, we should return to the commander's paper declaration.
2027 will once again be a record year for the Italian cruise industry
Livorno
Approximately 16 million passengers are expected, with a growth of +4%
Port reform: Commission discusses only setting aside and rejecting vessels
Rome
The Chamber of Deputies has passed no amendments in three weeks. The only exception is Port Authority staff.
Road haulage, truce near. The government releases funds for diesel fuel and structural reforms.
Rome
Emergency decree approved with tax credits, a ban on leasing, and fuel surcharge protections
The fleet of dual-fuel containerships and car carriers exceeds 500 units
Washington
A 41% jump compared to September 2025. Industry investments have exceeded $200 billion.
Green Maritime Corridors: China Leads the Race
Shanghai
Nearly a fifth of global developments involve a Chinese port. The Global Maritime Forum report highlights fuel and collaboration as strengths, while demand remains weak.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports grew by +2.1%
Madrid
Bulk cargo is driving the trend. Containerized cargo remains stable.
The EU invests in the green revolution of the seas
Brussels
From ammonia to e-methanol, from electric ferries to CO2 capture: projects reshaping the future of European shipping have received funding.
Road haulage associations call for an end to roadblocks in the South.
Rome/Modena
After the meeting with Salvini, the trade unions urged Piantedosi to intervene. Ruote Libere responded: listen to the protesters, not repress them.
APM Terminals and Hateco sign agreement to develop a rail freight terminal network in northern Vietnam
Copenhagen
Initial investment estimated at around $3.5 billion
IFM Investors to acquire CPPIB and OMERS' stakes in Associated British Ports
London
Agreement reached for the transfer of 63.9% of the capital of the British port group
DSV, Air & Sea and Contract Logistics drive third quarter, while road transport slows
Copenhagen
Road division suffers from problems following Schenker integration
Decarbonizing shipping: The UK should learn from FuelEU Maritime's mistakes.
London
The UK Chamber of Shipping presents the government with a document with lessons from the first two years of application of the European regulation
The port of Antwerp-Bruges returns to growth in the third quarter, with a +2.5% after two quarters of decline
Antwerp
Containers, ro-ro and dry bulk are driving the recovery, while steel and energy products remain in difficulty
Interferry renews alarm over postponement of road haulage inclusion in the EU ETS
Victoria
Roos: The burdens and challenges of decarbonisation cannot be borne by individual sectors
The port of Trieste recovers on container traffic in the third quarter, but the railway remains in difficulty
Trieste
Liquid bulk on the rise
Record quarterly cruise traffic at Global Ports Holding terminals
Istanbul
Only the numbers in the Eastern Mediterranean and Adriatic region are decreasing
Rheinmetall confirms partnership with MSC for acquisition of Romanian shipyard in Mangalia
Düsseldorf
The purchase price of approximately 138 million euros will be paid jointly by the two partners
Strait of Hormuz: Another weekend of attacks on ships
Tehran/Southampton
First use of RPG anti-tank rocket fired from a small vessel
Port of Rotterdam: General cargo declines in third quarter, bulk traffic increases
Rotterdam
In the first nine months of 2026, 323.2 million tonnes were handled (+0.9%)
The Ligurian Shipbuilding Observatory is born: a sector worth two billion euros and employing over 10,000 people.
Genoa
AdSP, Confindustria Genova and Unione Industriali Savona launch permanent monitoring of the sector
BPA says UK container growth depends on investment, not carbon leakage
London
A report by the British association contests the Spanish Observatory: the indicator in teu-miles does not measure real volumes and amplifies the effect of the order of ports of call
ETS: Shipping accounts for 10% of emissions but pays nearly 20% of the bill.
Brussels
ECSA Study: European Shipowners Call for Triple SMAP Quotas for Sustainable Fuels and Technologies
AP Moller Capital to acquire Portek International Port Group
Copenhagen
It will be sold by the Japanese company Mitsui & Co.
Washington and Madrid's port dispute threatens to escalate into a trade war.
Washington
The FMC proposes a levy of 200 thousand dollars per voyage on ships under the Spanish flag and restrictions on the import of certain products
Port reform: the Commission rejects the governance changes to Ports of Italy.
Rome
Yesterday, the Chamber of Deputies' Committee voted on Article 9 of Bill 2925: the opposition's amendments were rejected; further consideration has been postponed to another session.
Port of Singapore sets new all-time record for quarterly container throughput (TEUs)
Singapore
Marine fuel sales highlight ongoing transformation of fuel market
Two container ships hit by shells while transiting the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton/Singapore
The "GFS Pride" suffered damage and a fire on board, and subsequently sank
Attacks on ships and ports: ETF appeals to EU leaders
Brussels
"We need action, not another declaration of concern": the union calls for worker safety to be placed at the heart of the European response in the Black Sea.
Fincantieri and Republikorp form joint venture to strengthen Indonesia's shipbuilding industry.
Paris
The Propeller Club Port of Sardinia was established today in Cagliari
Genoa
It is the 27th Club of the national association which includes over 1,600 members
India's Adani Ports acquires Dutch terminal operator Evos
Ahmedabad/Amsterdam
Transaction worth 2.56 billion euros
Hapag-Lloyd has completed the acquisition of a 25% stake in APM Terminals Maasvlakte II.
Hamburg
Interferry's board of directors has been renewed.
Victoria
Appointments at the association's 50th anniversary conference in Bangkok
DIS reports earnings growth in the third quarter of 2026
Luxembourg
After the boom in the second quarter, profitability remains at high levels
Arsenio Dominguez will continue to lead the IMO until the end of 2031.
London
The Council has decided. The appointment must be ratified by the assembly.
DHL grows in the third quarter, with Express and Forwarding driving revenue and profits.
Bonn
Revenue of 22.7 billion euros (+12.6%) and EBIT of 1.7 billion (+16.2%)
The EU General Court has annulled the withdrawal of recognition from the Russian naval register
Luxembourg
The investment ban and transaction ban remain in force
Italian bioLNG seeks space among ETS, FuelEU, and national incentives
Rimini
Assogasliquidi calls for simpler certification procedures and measures to make domestic production competitive.
Fincantieri and Leonardo reach agreement to strengthen Orizzonte Sistemi Navali's role.
Trieste/Rome
The companies aim to consolidate the industrial and commercial role of the joint venture
Port of Rijeka: Various cargoes push Luka Rijeka forward, while the Adriatic Gate container terminal loses ground.
Rijeka
In the first nine months of 2026, overall traffic fell by -15% to 3.83 million tonnes
Confetra: The government wants to abolish the tax on small parcels.
Rome
Satisfaction with the government's choices in the budget bill
A Port Renewable Energy Community has been established in Taranto
Taranto
Among the objectives, the development of the Apulian port as an energy hub
Filt and Uilt, the temporary port labor system is not anachronistic
Rome
To define it in this way - the unions denounce - means distorting the nature and role of Article 17 of Law 84/94.
New quarterly record for freight traffic in Albanian ports
Tirana
In the period July-September passengers decreased by -5.4%
FedEx's earnings are rising, but net profit falls 68%.
Memphis
The non-cash capital loss related to the spin-off of FedEx Freight weighs heavily
Kalmar recorded a 22% growth in new orders in the third quarter
Helsinki
Turnover stable. Net profit down 14%.
In the third quarter, sales of containers produced by CIMC increased by +30%
Hong Kong
Commercial activity driven by dry boxes (+36%). Reefer units dropped by 28%.
Ports, new investments in Tuscany and Sardinia
Livorno/Cagliari
The 2027 budget estimates for the two Port Authorities have been approved. Highlights include the Piombino dock, works in Livorno, and dredging and electrification projects in Sardinian ports.
Finding qualified personnel in Italian ports is increasingly difficult.
Naples
An analysis by Randstad Research of 13 professional profiles also highlights a marked gender imbalance
COSCO Shipping Ports reports record third-quarter revenue
Hong Kong
In the July-September period, net profit was 102.5 million dollars (+3.4%)
Approval for the 2027 budget forecast and the 2027-2029 POT of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority.
Gioia Tauro
The forecast document shows revenues of approximately 24 million euros and expenses of approximately 88 million
Ravenna native Bongiovanni confirmed as president of the Federagenti Youth Committee.
Rome
Renewal of the federation's board of directors
The 2027-2029 Three-Year Operational Plan for the Central Adriatic Port System has been approved.
Ancona
308 million euros of investments are planned, of which 218 million for the Marche region and 91 million for Abruzzo.
The 2027 budget forecast for the Western Liguria Port Authority has been approved.
Genoa
New surcharge on goods postponed to 2028
DP World opens a temperature-controlled warehouse near Bologna
Bologna
Surface area of 22 thousand square meters
Saipem wins two new offshore drilling contracts
Milan
The total value of the orders is approximately 121 million dollars.
Hanwha brings Philadelphia Naval Shipyard under Defense Division control
Arlington
The goal is to integrate the construction of commercial and military ships
The Ports of La Spezia and Carrara approve the 2027-2029 Three-Year Public Works Program and the 2027 Budget.
La Spezia
Pisano: PTLP concrete and consistent with currently available resources
Port concessions: Regional Administrative Court (TAR) blocks 2025 fee increase
Rome
The appeal of Assiterminal and sixteen port companies has been accepted.
Wärtsilä sees quarterly order increases, but not in the Marine segment
Helsinki
In the period July-September the company recorded a net profit of 125 million euros (-31%)
Montaresi appointed general secretary of the Eastern Ligurian Sea Port Authority for another four years.
La Spezia
Renewal of office on the proposal of President Pisano
Double ceremony for two Explora Journeys ships at the Fincantieri shipyard in Genoa
Genoa
Launch of "Explora V" and coin ceremony of "Explora VI"
Italian CMD passes under the control of the UAE group EDGE
Abu Dhabi/Rome
Cousins Mariano and Giorgio Negri retain a significant shareholding
The Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority presents the new layout of the port of Piombino.
Livorno
Gariglio: A concrete step towards industrial reconversion and the future of Piombino.
FS Logistix has purchased six new CZ LOKO locomotives for freight and shunting services
Rome/Prague
This is the fourth order of this type for the Czech company in ten years.
Port of Bremerhaven: The cruise ship Mein Schiff 3 collided with two container ships.
Bremen
No injuries. The cruise was canceled.
Paolo Moretti has been appointed CEO of RINA Spa.
Genoa
Giosuè Vezzuto has assumed the role of CEO of RINA Services
HD Hyundai and Kiewit to establish joint venture at new shipyard in the US
Houston/Seoul
The construction of both military and commercial vessels is planned
Konecranes' quarterly port equipment orders decline as revenue increases
Helsinki
Kuehne+Nagel's third quarter was very positive
Schindellegi
Growth in economic and operating results in all business segments
Wildcat's race for US defense: exclusive agreement with historic Fraser shipyard
Superior
The Miami Beach fund's operation is part of the government's plan to relaunch the American shipbuilding industry.
Port of Ancona: First single ZES authorization issued
Ancona
A three million euro investment in yacht construction has been unblocked.
Access to the port of Ravenna is authorized for vessels with a maximum draft of 11.00 meters.
Ravenna
Benevolent: it is a fundamental step for the economic and strategic development of the airport
Port of Genoa extends food inspection authorization to PSA SECH terminal
Genoa
The provision of the Ministry of Health expands the categories of products that can be subjected to control
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On Thursday, the Unione Interporti Riuniti will present the ELODIE project at the Chamber of Deputies.
Rome
The aim is to create a digital federation of interports
ABB reports record orders of $12 billion in the third quarter.
Zurich
Revenues and profits also increased, while the group announced a joint venture with Mitsubishi Electric
In the third quarter of 2026, containers in the port of Barcelona decreased by -9.2%
Barcelona
The decline was driven by a 19.9% reduction in transhipment traffic.
COSCO Shipping Ports terminals set new quarterly container throughput record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September also volumes handled by CMPort
In August, the ports of Western Liguria handled 5.2 million tons of goods (+1.6)
Genoa
In Genoa, an increase of +6.1% was recorded, while Savona-Vado Ligure suffered a decrease of -10.0%.
Raben Italy opens a new warehouse in Pomezia
Milan
The goal is to consolidate the positioning and territorial expansion in road transport
Port of La Spezia signs agreement to develop blue economy and security projects
La Spezia
It was signed by the AdSP and the Foundation of the National Centre of the Underwater Dimension
The Port of Long Beach celebrates new monthly container throughput record
Long Beach
New all-time high also in the July-September quarter
The tender for the partial demolition of the North Pier of the Port of Ancona has been launched.
Ancona
The intervention includes the regularization of the relevant seabeds
HMM invests over $1.6 billion for 12 new container ships
Busan
By 2029, the delivery of eight 13,000 TEU vessels, three 2,800 TEU vessels and one 1,700 TEU vessel
Paolo Pessina confirmed as president of Federagenti
Rome
Unanimous vote of the Federation assembly
Negotiations have begun to renew the single collective bargaining agreement for the shipping industry.
Rome
The parties have agreed on a busy schedule of meetings
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong grew by 15.1% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
In September the increase was +25.0%
Maritime training: Appeal to the Regional Administrative Court (TAR) against the Port Authority's fee hike
Rome
ANIFORMAR, CONFORMAR, and 15 training centers challenge the MIT-MEF decree: increases reach up to 149.3%.
The Spinelli Group has opened a new empty container depot in Novi Ligure.
Genoa
Investment worth 14 million euros
Rhenus integrates its logistics services into a single hub at the Padua Interporto.
Padua
The site will bring together road transport, air and sea freight, warehousing and specialized services
A truck driver dies at the Cagliari canal port.
Cagliari
He would have been crushed by a load of large pipes
Maritime labor, Confitarma is concerned about the uncertainty arising from the Revenue Agency's interpretative stance.
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries plans to expand shipbuilding capacity
Tokyo
The company plans to invest 100 billion yen
Trasportounito: The government is crazy if it thinks the road haulage crisis can be solved on its own.
Rome
Application of the diesel cost adjustment clause urged
Emanuele Grimaldi is the new president of the Malta International Shipowners Association.
Valletta
She takes over from Marily Frangista, who has been leading the association since April 2022.
The fourth edition of Green Logitics Expo kicks off tomorrow morning in Padua.
Padua
It will see the participation of over 300 exhibitors and the holding of 30 conference events
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports decreased by -1.1%.
Ankara
Volumes to and from Italy grew by +6.2%
Assiterminal, the flexibility of the PRPs should take into account the relevant market in which the ports operate
Genoa
Cetus Maritime plans to list on the Euronext Growth Oslo stock market
Hong Kong
Acquisition of 16 ships in preparation for listing on the stock exchange
On Saturday, a U.S. jet struck a bulk carrier in the Gulf of Oman.
Tampa
Centcom: The ship had attempted to enforce a naval blockade against Iran.
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
Assologistica event to discuss the Mediterranean strategy for Italian competitiveness
Rome
It will be held next October 30th in Naples
On Thursday, the Unione Interporti Riuniti will present the ELODIE project at the Chamber of Deputies.
Rome
The aim is to create a digital federation of interports
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Cosco Shipping arm readies China IPO to capitalise on global shipbuilding wave
(South China Morning Post)
Rosatom expects cargo traffic along Northern Sea Route to rise 14% in 2026 - CEO
(Interfax)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del Presidente Mario Zanetti
Roma, 27 ottobre 2026
››› File
Ship hit near Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
A bullet started a fire which was later put out
OOCL reports 9.0% growth in vessel-borne volumes in the third quarter
Hong Kong
The increase in the value of maritime freight rates causes a +45.1% increase in revenues
HD Hyundai Marine Solutions to Acquire American Company Goltens Worldwide
Dubai/Seongnam
The company deals with the repair and maintenance of large marine engines and industrial machinery.
UNATRAS to the government: Immediately unblock measures to reduce diesel prices.
Rome
Road transport associations report delays and uncertainties in implementing the May 22 agreement and are calling for an urgent meeting.
Port of Taranto: Gugliotti renews his request to the government for funding for the port's wind farm.
Taranto
The project - he underlined - can neither be scaled down nor postponed.
Attack on a ship in the middle of the Persian Gulf
Southampton
The UKMTO reported that several projectiles caused casualties among the crew members.
Gioia Tauro: Addendum to the updated Port Plan approved
Gioia Tauro
The analysis will allow us to evaluate the Port Agency's employment and staffing needs.
Ships queuing, fuel wasted: how waiting at anchor can save you money.
Copenhagen
The Global Maritime Forum publishes Cargill's test results on 16 real-world voyages. Slowing down and arriving when the berth is free reduces fuel consumption and emissions.
ZIM raises full-year 2026 guidance
Haifa
Adjusted EBITDA and EBIT expected to be $2.7 billion/$3.0 billion and $1.4 billion/$1.7 billion
Gabriele Sangiorgi appointed acting secretary general of the Ravenna Port Authority.
Ravenna
Fabio Maletti's term has expired
Port of Genoa: Messina Terminal workers strike for one hour for a month
Genoa
The company reports that one of the union members did not show up at the last meeting as part of the cooling-off procedure provided for by the National Collective Labour Agreement.
Port of Taranto, agreement to participate in the development of the Valbasento Interporto in Ferrandina.
Matera/Taranto
A logistical-functional masterplan will be developed within 180 days
Attica, the deficit is reduced thanks mainly to capital gains and coverage
Kallithea
First half of the year with fewer crossings and slightly increasing revenues
Since the beginning of the year, passengers and goods on GNV ships have increased by +2% and +5%
Marrakech
Three-year strategic partnership with the Office National Marocain du Tourisme
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