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November 8, 2017
Sched Netweb site
  • CMA CGM ups rate range from Asia to Mediterranean from November 15
  • China tests super dredger to speed island building in South China Sea
  • Cosco, Wan Hai, PIL raise capacity on Asia-USWC service
  • Savannah container volume soars 32pc in October to 410,000 TEU
  • Matson quarterly profit up 34pc to US$34 million as sales rise 8.7pc
  • Costamare profit up, revenue down, but all ships chartered, no layups
  • Danaos quarterly profit up 32pc to US$30.1 million on high ship chartering
  • Third quarter US GDP up 3pc on to consumer spending, export growth
  • Agility quarterly profit up 17pc to US$58.8 million as revenue rises 19pc
  • Chinese quality and price leave Modi's 'Make in India' drive in tatters
  • West African box trade deploys bigger ships to serve more people
  • Science won't do, 'brain washing' needed for climate: Gov Jerry Brown
  • US puts punitive tariffs on Canadian lumber, but less than first threatened
  • Automechanika Shanghai autoparts trade show November 29-December 2
  • FedEx braces for record Christmas volumes as e-commerce soars
  • UPS expects 5pc more business from Thanksgiving to New Year's
  • Oman Air Cargo deploys cloud-based platform from SmartKargo
  • Leipzig/Halle air cargo up 7.7pc to 828,163 tonnes in first 9 months

Exim Indiaweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2017
  • Asia to Med container trade looking up
  • Chennai Port Stevedores Association elects new Executive Committee
  • Classification of Corrosive Substances - Class 8
  • CMA CGM first shipping company to choose liquefied natural gas for its biggest ships
  • LCL Logistix efficiently handles ODC movement
  • Maersk Line performance boosts A.P. Møller-Maersk revenue in Q3 2017
  • MSC signs Buckingham Palace Declaration to combat illegal wildlife trafficking
  • PIL takes delivery of two new 11,800-TEU container vessels
  • Karaikal Port's proposed LNG terminal to be operational by mid-2019
  • Blue Dart introduces electric vehicles to optimise last-mile deliveries in Gurugram
  • Call for ending congestion at Heathrow's cargo centre
  • India's logistics sector seen looking up
  • India seen as an attractive market for LNG

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Between tradition and innovation
  • UK railfreight operator delivers for Christmas
  • Airfreight makes major impact on Nova Scotia
  • Automobile industry fuelling growth
  • Fast and reliable cross-border traction through IT
  • ACL - 50 years on turbulent Atlantic Ocean
  • And another new China-Europe train
  • Arvato expands logistics centre in Gennep
  • Polaris optimizes Canada-US growth
  • Finnair figures soar in October
  • IMC Excellence award for ship agency in Saudi Arabia
  • More direct rail services to/from Lubeck
  • Groupe CAT acquires STVA Group
  • Munich and Moscow airports now sisters
  • Carotrans expands cooperation in South America
  • Leadership Excellence Award for Grimaldi

IHS Maritimeweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2017
  • Assessing the shipping impact of surprise crude price rise
  • UK to retain port of refuge arrangements post-Brexit, insurers told
  • Research and training to improve safety of Arctic navigation
  • CMA CGM giant new box ships will be LNG-powered
  • Impairments hit APMT bottom line
  • Maersk Drilling readied for sale after USD1.75 billion impairment charge
  • Strong Q3 market offsets impact of cyber attack on Maersk Line results
  • Samsung HI's profit down 82%
  • Transocean Oil loses bunker supply licence in Singapore
  • Samsung HI's subcontractors not paid overtime dues
  • HMM mulls buying back Busan terminal
  • Bing Cheng to replace Jerry Wang at Seaspan

The Loadstarweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2017
  • Maersk Line stays in profit, despite cyber attack, but APMT and Damco feel the heat
  • Ex-Damco Asia-Pacific chief Thomas Knudsen named Toll Group's new global forwarding president
  • Russian airspace threat subsides as ABC is given back its Schiphol slots
  • Revenue up across the board in Q3 as Agility stays on track for 2020 target
  • Latin America trade perks up, but north-south imbalance a major challenge for logistics
  • Analysis: Yang Ming and Seaspan both suffering, but is it stress or distress?
  • How retailers are reinventing the supply chain for an omnichannel age
  • Qatar Airways to buy a stake in Cathay Pacific
  • Amazon drone delivery ambitions get a lift from President Trump

Marine Logweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2017
  • VIDEO: Next-gen Wärtsilä stator promises major fuel savings
  • CMA CGM's nine 22,000 TEU boxships to be LNG fueled
  • Red ink quarter rattles Maersk shareholders
  • ICS vision: zero CO2 emissions from shipping
  • Ulstein books order for Lindblad polar expedition vessel
  • Shell commits to U.S.-built, U.S.-based LNG bunkering ATB

Lloyd's Listweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2017
  • Finnlines posts record quarterly profits
    Ro-ro operator's strong July-September performance drives year-to-date profits up 12%
  • Seanergy returns to profit as capesizes surge
    Nasdaq-listed owner benefits from improved market but gain on cape refinancing tips the balance
  • Maersk still optimistic for recovery
    Increasing demand and stable fleet position will help carrier, despite weaker than expected third quarter
  • Data is 'new asset class', claims Maersk Tankers chief
    But instant online fixing is still some way off, says Braemar analyst
  • Should China's global port investment plans go unchecked?
    China may soon come under pressure for reciprocity as its global port interests grow
  • Prolonged shipbuilding slump weighs on Samsung Heavy Industries results
    Net profit for the third quarter shrank 82% year-on-year
  • CMA CGM goes for green option with LNG-fuelled 22,000 teu boxships in world first
    Update: CMA CGM's decision to use LNG rather than conventional fuel for its newbuildings could add about $17m to the...
  • Maersk's third-term report: Could do better
    Cyber attack cannot be held responsible for weak performance, says Skou
  • APMT posts $267m third-quarter loss
    Terminal operator pays heavy price for June's cyber attack, as 'challenging commercial conditions' offer little respite
  • IMIF and Maritime London in merger talks
    The two UK-based maritime organisations may combine forces early next year
  • Cautious optimism descends on boxships charter market
    The issue of new big containerships will not go away, leaving owners on tenterhooks with no certainty which way the...
  • Dry bulk freight rates still a way off from returning to permanent profitability
    Vessels need to continue operating in slow steaming mode so as to preserve rate gains seen so far, says BIMCO
  • Daily Briefing
    Paradise Papers: Why the accusations against Wilbur Ross don't hold water
  • Rates unlikely to surge during oil tanker peak season as overcapacity weighs
    Market fundamentals too weak for rates to hit previous peak season's highs in 2016-2017, says BIMCO
  • Improved box line performance props up Maersk results
    Updated: Impairments at Energy division and APM Terminals hit group profits
  • Tanker supply-side dynamics look positive for 2018
    Lower delivery numbers next year could improve the supply-demand balance, Poten &Partners says
  • Korea's shipbuilding workers concerned over job security
    Poll finds 83.3% of respondents were worried about their jobs
  • Shipping unlikely to see widely accessible alternative fuels for 20-30 years
    Shipping already by far the most carbon-efficient form of commercial transport
  • Seaspan looks to raise up to $100m from share offer
    Net proceeds to be used to finance acquisitions, fund capital expenditures on newbuildings and for debt repayments
  • SM Line completes first pilot voyage using blockchain technology
    During the voyage, the company focused on minimising time spent on distribution and administrative processes
  • Hutchison Ports inks deal to operate Saqr Port terminal in UAE
    Port operator granted 25-year concession to operate the facility
  • Navios Holdings puts liquidity concerns to rest with $300m senior note offering
    New notes cap cleaning up of balance sheet that includes repayment of inter-company loan
  • Scorpio Bulkers buys four more ships for $90m
    Acquisition partly financed with $12.9m in new shares valued at $8.10 apiece

The Journal of Commerceweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2017
  • Analysis: Signs point to capacity crunch in domestic containers
  • Truck strike at DP World Cochin ends
  • BIMCO: Carriers testing market pulled down peak season rates
  • Rising freight demand sends Concor profit soaring
  • Shippers, 3PLs agree on US truck capacity, but not rates
  • APMT profit falls despite higher volume
  • Maersk: No plan to follow MSC with mega-ship orders
  • Cyber attack holds Maersk Line Q3 profit to $220 million

TradeWindsweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2017
  • Proxy firms bless Teekay's TIL takeover
    Roll-up of remaining stake in Oslo-listed tanker company takes step closer after contentious start.
  • WWL sees jump in third-quarter earnings
    Operating profit also enjoys healthy gain due to cargo and trade, better synergies as a result of merger.
  • Aegean Marine drops big third-quarter loss
    Bunker supplier says markets remain tough with one-off events affecting results.
  • Finnlines reports 'best ever quarter'
    Baltic ferry giant sees 7% rise in bottom line compared to same period last year.
  • Capesize rates power Seanergy's earnings
    New York-listed owner sees strong gains in revenue and rates as dry bulk market recovers.
  • Royal Caribbean beats estimates despite recent hurricanes
    Miami-based cruiseship owner looks to double earnings by 2020 through 20/20 Vision programme.
  • RS Tankers tipped to sell suezmax brace
    Mystery Greek owner said to have purchased a pair of modern tankers.
  • LPG woes turn Solvang red
    Norwegian owner bemoans high rate of VLGC deliveries in tough markets.
  • SBM makes $238m antitrust provision
    FPSO group will not bid for Petrobras work until leniency deal agreed.
  • Scorpio Bulkers spree expected to continue
    Analysts tip New York-listed owner to keep growing despite $230m autumn flurry.
  • KNOT Offshore Partners sights over $65m
    Latest units offering follows closing of dropdown and is expected to fuel additional growth.
  • ICS targets zero emissions for shipping
    Alternative fuel and new technology will help industry meet targets, director says.
  • Ulstein clinches Lindblad cruiseship order
    Norwegian yard to build up to three expedition vessels for US-listed owner.
  • Shell unveils first US LNG bunker barge
    Vessel will be stationed along the southern East Coast of the US to support cruise lines.
  • Fugro redelivers Oceanteam CSV
    Dutch company still free to use ship for specific jobs next year, however.
  • Maersk Line shuts newbuilding door with Hamburg Sud close expected shortly
    Executives say Maersk Line will have all the ships it needs without ordering amid confidence in final takeover deal.
  • Damen clinches ferry order from Canada
    Ontario government orders two passenger vessels for Great Lakes.
  • Fesco fixes $680m loan with VTB
    Restructuring Russian owner follows bond debt deal with new finance.
  • Samsung Heavy profit plunges 82%
    Korean shipbuilder hit by deliveries of cheaper ships in the third quarter.
  • CMA CGM takes LNG fuelling plunge
    French liner group chief executive Rodolphe Saade takes "bold decision" but will others follow?
  • Cost-cutting boosts profit at Vallianz Holdings
    Singapore owner says OSV market remains challenging, but will expand fleet.
  • Maersk drops full-year forecast after weak third quarter
    Danish giant's core Transport & Logistics business now projecting results below consensus.
  • ASL Marine warns of impending loss
    Singapore yard and vessel group says first quarter operations weaker.
  • AP Moller-Maersk checks out of Dansk with $861m
    Divestment of shares in supermarket business comes ahead of schedule.
  • Oman Drydock plans mobile repair unit
    Company says if the ship can't come to the yard, the yard will come to the ship.
  • Iran urged to set up new tanker, LPGC company
    PCC chief calls for oil company cooperation on the shipping of exports.
  • Court orders sale of Parakou tanker
    Pretty Scene to be auctioned in South Africa as $60m Jinhui row rumbles on.
  • Sealink International slips further into the red
    After seeing improvements in previous quarter Malaysian offshore firm hit by vessel disposal.
  • KNOT Offshore Partners plans fundraiser
    US-listed shuttle tanker MLP also reports larger net profit and revenue on the back of larger fleet.
  • Singapore kicks out Transocean Oil
    The world's largest bunker port has lost its fifth supplier in less than three months.

American Shipperweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2017
  • A.P. Møller-Maersk reports $1.5b loss in Q3 2017
    The A.P. Møller-Maersk conglomerate, which includes ocean carrier Maersk Line and port terminal operator APM Terminals (APMT), as well as e...
  • CMA CGM to use LNG for 22,000-TEU mega-ships
    CMA CGM will equip its nine future 22,000-TEU ships with engines that will run primarily on liquefied natural gas (LNG), the French ocean c...
  • Report: CSX may cancel Carolina Connector terminal
    CSX's previously proposed plans to construct an intermodal rail terminal in Rocky Mount, N.C. may be getting scrapped, multiple media sourc...
  • COSCO Shipping Intl. puts its money on Cogent Holdings, PT Ocean Global
    COSCO Shipping International intends to buy out Singapore-basedlogistics firm Cogent Holdings, as well as a 40 percent stake in the Indones...
  • Drewry: Dry bulk charter rates to recover beginning Q2 2018
    Dry bulk shipping charter rates should recover beginning in the second quarter of 2018 due in part to strengthening Asian iron ore demand, ...
  • ICS seeks 'zero CO2 emissions' for ocean shipping
    The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), which represents shipowners' associations covering more than 80 percent of the world's maritim...
  • Great Lakes limestone trade grows 10.6% in October
    Shipments of limestone on the Great Lakes of North America rose 10.6 percent last month compared to a year ago, to reach a total 3.65 milli...
  • U.S. grain exports hit $18.9 billion in 2015
    Exports of U.S. feed grains and related products totaled $18.9 billion in 2015, according to a study released this week by the U.S. Grains ...
  • BNSF quarterly, YTD revenues rise
    CN Railways plans to have 250 new crew members hired and trained by the end of the year. Operating income for Burlington Northern Santa Fe ...

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
NOVEMBER 7, 2017
  • NWE LSFO physical premiums buck seasonal trend, at strongest for Nov in 17 years
    The premium of physical FOB NWE LSFO cargoes over the front-month swap have reached their highest for November since the turn of the millennium.
  • Shell finalizes agreement for US East Coast LNG bunker barge
    Shell said Tuesday it has finalized an agreement with Q-LNG Transport for the construction of an LNG bunker barge that will service customers on the US East Coast.
  • Jianrong Wong - Senior Maritime Analyst, Platts Ocean Intelligence
    Meet our Singapore-based Maritime Business Analyst, Jianrong Wong.
  • Jason Silber - Global Head of Platts Ocean Intelligence
    Meet our Global Head of Platts Ocean Intelligence, Jason Silber.
  • Lawrence Lau - Senior Maritime Analyst, Platts Ocean Intelligence
    Meet our Singapore-based Maritime Business Analyst, Lawrence Lau.
  • Anu Das - Senior Maritime Analyst, Platts Ocean Intelligence
    Meet our Singapore-based Maritime Business Analyst, Anu Das.
  • Piraeus customs strike called for November 9
    Bunker traders expecting an impact on port operations in Piraeus.
  • OPEC expects 40% of 2020 bunker demand to be non-compliant
    Just 60% of bunker demand will be compliant with the sulfur limit in 2020, according to OPEC's "reference case" in its annual World Oil Outlook.
  • Andreas Hilides - Maritime Analyst, Platts Ocean Intelligence
    Meet our London-based Maritime Business Analyst, Andreas Hilides.
  • Istanbul bunker fuel prices buoyed by supply constraints elsewhere
    Fuel oil bunkering operations in Istanbul have tightened and prices firmed as delays in Piraeus and Novorossiisk has seen more business move to the Turkish port.
  • Container line CMA CGM confirms new ships will be LNG fueled
    "CMA CGM is becoming the first shipping company in the world to equip giant container ships with this type of motorization."
  • Singapore bunker fuel industry in state of flux after latest exit
    It is time to understand the Singapore bunker market has changed and redesign the business model, a trader said.
  • Maersk Line returns to profit in Q3 despite rising bunker costs
    The container line reported a net profit of $211 million in Q3 compared with a loss of $122 million a year earlier.
  • External: Wired Bunkering
  • External: Global Risk Management
  • Implied volatility in NYMEX crude rises on Saudi news

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FROM THE HOME PAGE
EU shipping emissions hit record levels, T&E reports
Brussels
The association reiterates its proposal to extend the ETS to smaller vessels
In September, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna increased by +18.3%
Ravenna
In the third quarter of 2025, growth was +10.6%. A +58% increase in cruises is expected in 2026.
In the first nine months of 2025, freight traffic in the ports of the Southern Adriatic system decreased by -7%
Sea-Intelligence: Marked deterioration in the westbound transatlantic shipping market
Singapore
Last year, 13 seafarers died in accidents involving EU vessels.
Luxembourg
Nine deaths occurred on board fishing vessels
The European Parliament and the Council have reached an agreement on the calculation of greenhouse gas emissions from transport.
Brussels
Incentives are foreseen for small and medium-sized enterprises
The English port of Shoreham has won the ESPO Award for Social Integration of Ports.
Brussels/Rome
Assoporti received a special mention for its project on gender inequalities.
In the third quarter, the Ocean division of the Maersk group recorded a decrease in revenues of -17.4%.
In the third quarter, the Ocean division of the Maersk group recorded a decrease in revenues of -17.4%.
Copenhagen
Container ship volumes increased by 7.0%. The Danish company highlights the benefits of the VSA Gemini Cooperation.
The Chamber of Deputies has approved the final text of the proposed law on interports
ECSA and T&E welcome the STIP plan presented by the European Commission
Brussels
CER applauds measures to accelerate the development of high-speed rail
Only one proposal admitted to the competition for the construction of mooring points outside the protected waters of the Venice lagoon
Venice
It will now have to be developed by the proposing entity
The European Commission presents the plan to ensure the sustainability of maritime and air transport by guaranteeing the production of the necessary alternative fuels
Brussels
The one to accelerate the development of high-speed rail is also ready
In the third quarter, naval traffic in the Suez Canal grew by +2.5%
In the third quarter, naval traffic in the Suez Canal grew by +2.5%
Cairo/Ismailia
10.6% increase in transits in September
The first freight train opens the new Austrian Koralm railway line.
Villach
The infrastructure is part of the European Baltic-Adriatic Corridor
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings reports record quarterly revenue
Miami
Decrease in passengers embarked
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Palermo grew by +3.1%
Palermo
Cruise passengers increased by 8.8%. Ferry passengers decreased by 2.7%.
Italian De Wave Group acquires compatriots IVM, Electrical Marine, O.M. Project, and Cantieri Navali San Carlo
Italian De Wave Group acquires compatriots IVM, Electrical Marine, OM Project, and Cantieri Navali San Carlo
Genoa
Pompili: Our strategy is aimed at creating a national hub for the shipbuilding industry.
In the July-September quarter, ONE's revenues decreased by -24%
In the July-September quarter, ONE's revenues decreased by -24%
Singapore
The company's fleet transported more than 3.3 million containers (+1%)
Stena Line buys Finnish shipping company Wasaline
Stena Line buys Finnish shipping company Wasaline
Gothenburg/Vaasa
The ferry "Aurora Botnia" will remain the property of the cities of Vaasa and Umeå
Global Ports Holding will build and operate a cruise terminal in the port of Ferrol.
London/Ferrol
30-year concession contract
HD Hyundai partners with Siemens to revitalize US shipbuilding
Seongnam/San Francisco
In the July-September quarter, vessel traffic in the Bosphorus Strait decreased by -0.5%
Ankara
In the first nine months of 2025 the decline was -4.7%
In the third quarter, naval traffic in the Panama Canal grew by +7.0%
Panama
They transported a total of 62.6 million tons of goods (-0.4%)
Foreign traffic at Chinese seaports reached a historic record in the third quarter
Beijing
Containers also reach their maximum peak
The approval process for the Catania Port Master Plan has been completed.
COSCO Shipping Holdings' revenues decreased by 20.4% in the third quarter.
Hong Kong
Containerized cargo carried by the Chinese group's fleet increased by +4.9%
US and China to suspend reciprocal taxes on each other's ships for a year
Washington/Beijing
Tariffs introduced to hit Chinese exports will be reduced in exchange for Beijing's aggressive fight against fentanyl.
Intermodal transport operators and associations urge the German government to take measures to save the sector
Brussels
Open letter to the Minister of Transport and the CEO of the DB Group
COSCO Shipping Ports reports record quarterly revenue
Hong Kong
The July-September period closed with a net profit of 99.2 million dollars (-3.6%)
CIMC's container sales decreased by -36.0% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
The reduction is due to lower demand for dry cargo containers
Agreement between IDS (Fincantieri) and Next Geosolutions for the development of Unmanned Surface Vehicles
Trieste/Naples
They will be used for civilian purposes in the Oil & Gas and renewable energy sectors
A cooperation agreement between the Italian and Indian port systems is being finalized.
Rome
Rixi met with Indian Minister of Ports and Shipping
CMA CGM and RSGT partner to operate a new container terminal at the port of Jeddah
Marseille
An investment of 450 million dollars is planned
The stranding of a ship did not interrupt shipping traffic in the Suez Canal.
Ismailia
Accident involving the sanctioned oil tanker "Komander"
Royal Caribbean Cruises Sets New Quarterly Financial and Operating Records
Royal Caribbean Cruises Sets New Quarterly Financial and Operating Records
Miami
Good prospects also for the 2026 season
Freight traffic handled by the port of Rotterdam remained stable in the third quarter.
Freight traffic handled by the port of Rotterdam remained stable in the third quarter.
Rotterdam
Containerized cargo volumes remained unchanged. Bulk cargo increased slightly, while rolling stock and conventional cargo decreased.
Pakistan offers Bangladesh the use of Karachi port for its foreign trade
Pakistan offers Bangladesh the use of Karachi port for its foreign trade
Dhaka
A direct air link between the two countries is planned.
The World Shipping Council and the China Shipowners' Association discussed reciprocal taxes on US and Chinese ships.
Shanghai
Beijing has reportedly introduced exemptions for US ships built in China
The German Rail Freight Association denounces the failure of the national rail network expansion plan.
Berlin
Westenberger: In recent years, federal governments have instead provided cement for the roads
Ties between the US and South Korean shipbuilding industries are further strengthened.
Ties between the US and South Korean shipbuilding industries are further strengthened.
Gyeongju
HD Hyundai and Huntington Ingalls Industries sign manufacturing cooperation agreement
Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.
Paris
It will become operational in 2027
SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori
Rome
The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
Trieste
Madriz (Trieste Passenger Terminal): ready to provide services wherever large ships choose to dock
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.
Rome
Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%
Taranto
Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).
Hedehusene
Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.
Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.
Milan
Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.
Genoa
Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.
Antwerp
In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.
London/Brussels
Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.
ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.
Brussels
Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.
PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously
Genoa
Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.
Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation
Rome
The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen
Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Los Angeles
Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.
HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs
Seoul
The ships will be delivered by April 2029
Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.
Rome/Salerno
The union said it was certain that the Central Tyrrhenian Port System Authority would appeal the ruling.
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter
Kuala Lumpur
The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.
La Spezia
A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation
In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.
Batam
This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"
South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.
Beijing
Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group
Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter
Singapore
By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes
Genoa
Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference
The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.
Washington
"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."
Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.
Oslo
From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.
Livorno
Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.
MSC includes calls at Bremerhaven, Limassol and Beirut in the Levante Express service
Geneva
The line connects Northern Europe with the Mediterranean
AD Ports to acquire 20% stake in Latakia International Container Terminal
Abu Dhabi
Agreement with the CMA CGM shipping group
The Eastern Liguria Port Authority approves the 2026 budget and three-year plan.
La Spezia
The decree has been signed to begin construction on the new high-voltage electricity grid in the port of La Spezia.
A new SDC Customs Service Containers warehouse has opened in Porto Marghera.
Venice
It will be used for the storage and movement of goods at room temperature
Moby is selling five ferries at a starting price of €229.9 million.
Vicenza
Sale and lease-back agreement expected for two of the vessels
d'Amico International Shipping's quarterly financial results decline
Luxembourg
Mottola Crossbow: The fundamentals of the tanker industry remain solid.
ICTSI posts record quarterly financial and operating performance
Manila
In the period July-September, container traffic in the group's terminals grew by +12.3%
Denmark's DFDS to cut 400 jobs
Copenhagen
The group is looking for a new CEO. Record revenues were recorded in the July-September quarter.
CEVA Logistics has completed the acquisition of Turkey's Borusan Logistics.
Marseille
Operation worth 383 million dollars
1,100 cars from the Chinese car manufacturer Dongfeng were unloaded in the port of Livorno
Livorno
Traffic is managed through the "Il Faldo" logistics area operated by XCA
Assiterminal, the MIT note clarifies that the 90-minute grace period applies only to waiting times
Rome/Genoa
Ferrari: The Conference of Port Authority Presidents could consider a sort of national program agreement.
Harren assigns a single brand to its heavy lift companies
Bremen
The fleet of 80 vessels will be operated under the single SAL brand.
Wallenius Wilhelmsen's revenues fell by 2% in the third quarter.
Lysaker
Net profit was $280 million (+8%)
ESPO has presented its new annual environmental report
Brussels
Climate change remains the top priority for European ports to address
Over €60 million from the PNRR for the ports of Naples and Salerno
Rome
Rixi: Let's make more effective use of European resources and accelerate the implementation of strategic projects.
Agreement between Escola Europea and DLTM to promote international mobility and maritime training
La Spezia
Synergies between the Ligurian maritime cluster and the port and training community of Barcelona
CMA CGM to register ten new 24,212 TEU containerships in the French International Register
Marseille/Copenhagen
UPS has completed its acquisition of Canada's Andlauer Healthcare Group.
Atlanta/Toronto
Operation worth 1.6 billion dollars
The National Maritime Fund has organised a meeting with the ITS Mare and the maritime training centres
Rome
It will be held on December 3rd in Rome
Two MSC Cruises Musica-class cruise ships undergoing refurbishment in Malta
Geneva
Work at Palumbo Malta Shipyard includes the construction of new suites
Increase in freight traffic in Tuscan ports over the past six months
Livorno
In the first six months of 2025, growth of +2.0% was recorded in Livorno and +4.9% in Piombino
Kalmar closes the third quarter with higher financial results and lower orders
Helsinki
The contribution of the services segment offset the lower performance of equipment sales
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COSCO Strengthens Its Bulk Fleet with Orders for 29 Vessels
Shanghai
Orders worth a total of over $1.7 billion for 23 bulk carriers and six VLCCs
Tito Vespasiani has been appointed Secretary General of the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority.
Genoa
The 2026 budget and the 2026-2028 three-year operational plan were approved.
Assiterminal: Technical roundtable on cruise tourism is a success.
Genoa
An important step - Cognolato highlighted - to enhance the territories and promote an integrated vision of the sector.
Fincantieri signs agreement to develop Saudi Arabia's maritime ecosystem
Trieste
It was signed with the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources of Riyadh
Yang Ming Signs Contracts for Six New 8,000 TEU Container Ships
Keelung
They will be delivered from 2028 and will replace 5,500 TEU ships
Rijeka Gateway Terminal officially opened
River
It is operated by the joint venture between APM Terminals and Enna Logic
New historical records for quarterly traffic of goods and passengers in Albanian ports
Tirana
2.25 million tons of cargo (+16.7%) and 1.01 million people (+6.4%) moved
The Management Committee of the Southern Adriatic Port Authority takes shape
Bari
The designations of some local administrations are still missing
The Senate's VIII Commission approved the appointment of eight Port System Authority presidents.
Rome
Parliamentary process completed
Carole Montarsolo has been appointed general manager of GNV Morocco
Genoa
Know-how from over ten years of relationships and direct presence in the area
The concession term for Metal Carpenteria in the port of Crotone has been extended.
Gioia Tauro
The deadline has been extended to November 14, 2033
In the period July-September, freight traffic in Tunisian ports grew by +5.4%
La Goulette
Cruise passengers decreased by -10.5%
Wärstilä Corporation closed the third quarter with sales of over 1.6 billion euros (-5.0%)
Helsinki
UPS's latest quarterly financial performance declines
Atlanta
Revenues down by -3.7%
Götz Becker appointed chairman of Interferry
Victoria
The president is Supapan Pichaironarongsongkram, who takes over from Guido Grimaldi
Accelleron and LAB021 partner to develop digital solutions to improve fleet operational efficiency.
The 2026 budget forecast for the Sardinian Sea Port Authority has been approved.
Cagliari
Among the objectives, the strengthening of operational infrastructures on land and dredging
Conference on the culture of prevention in the Italian logistics supply chain
Rome
Organized by Sanilog, it will be held on November 13th in Rome
The PCTC Grande Melbourne was christened and delivered to the Grimaldi Group in China.
Naples
It has a capacity of 9,241 CEUs
A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Catania
In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.
Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Barcelona/Algeciras
In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.
Rome
The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China
Genoa
It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.
A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.
Vado Ligure
Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata
Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement
Naples
Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports
The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.
Gioia Tauro
Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.
The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.
La Spezia
The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.
Valencia
In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.
Long Beach
Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.
Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.
Genoa
Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector
Genoa
Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels
The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
Rome/Trieste
Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement
Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits
Rome
Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory
Ismailia
They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
A 16.3% drop was recorded in September
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France
Trondheim/Brest
Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks
Brussels
They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods
Rome
A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo
Palermo
Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan
In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%
Hong Kong
Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta 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
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ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
The National Maritime Fund has organised a meeting with the ITS Mare and the maritime training centres
Conference on the culture of prevention in the Italian logistics supply chain
Rome
Organized by Sanilog, it will be held on November 13th in Rome
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho
(Leadership)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text moves to the Chamber of Deputies
Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years
Palermo
Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.
Taranto
Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas
One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies
Amsterdam/London
Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships
Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.
Rome
At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.
Nola
Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
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