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BRIEFS
June 12, 2018
Sched Netweb site
  • US retail imports not hit by trade war threat: Port Tracker
  • MOL chief says eco-fuel will drive many to ruin - 'We'll all go bust!'
  • MSC signs with BoxTech Database to 10 million box mark
  • China solar sector begs Beijing to delay subsidy cuts
  • Capacity shortage drives up panamax daily hire rates 30pc
  • Panama Canal sets tonnage record of 38.1 million tons in May
  • Marseille Fos fortunes rise as Maersk adds 2 new calls
  • UPS expanding less than container load ocean service
  • North America rail traffic up 2.3pc in week ending June 2
  • US April exports: pork up 13pc, beef up 11pc, lamb up 97pc
  • Airbus-Bombardier C Series deal presents challenge to Boeing
  • Asia's first big aircraft recycling facility open in Harbin
  • Siemens to expand Saudi Airlines Cargo air freight hub
  • Emirates SkyCargo now goes to London Stansted and Edinburgh

Exim Indiaweb site
JUNE 11, 2018
  • Iridium makes maritime industry history
  • Japan aims at becoming an international LNG bunkering hub
  • Leading ship managers form global joint procurement business to enhance value for principals
  • Liberia honours Greek shipping partners as it celebrates 70th anniversary
  • SCFI Asia-Northern Europe spot rate marginally down
  • Swire Shipping upgrades services from North Asia to the Pacific
  • US Federal Maritime Commission votes to expand flexibility in NVOCC service options
  • Approach road to BMCT in poor condition
  • DP World Mundra works towards providing enhanced medical facilities in Kutch District
  • Port of Rotterdam invests in low-threshold monitoring system for container transport
  • QTerminals to showcase achievements, future plans at event
  • Commerce Secy calls for diversifying export basket & focusing on newer markets
  • Economy seen in a sweet spot

International Transport Journalweb site
  • "Heaven or hell?"
  • Increasing industry support for secure truck parking
  • Swiss Post starts search for new CEO
  • Australia gets first fully automatic intermodal terminal
  • New office in Hamburg
  • Introducing Wallenius Wilhelmsens' new hero
  • Only one FAA infrastructure grant for cargo facilities
  • Another stellar project for Cargolux
  • Salzburg - Trieste piggyback service resumed
  • Toyota has plans for port of Long Beach
  • Cross-dock centre opens in Ghent
  • 100 candles on Embalex cake
  • Europe's airports: robust freight traffic growth in April
  • Launch of China - Turkey intermodal service
  • TX Logistik greets new director intermodal Europe
  • Swire calling more at Chinese port
  • Over 1 million shipments conveyed
  • The new choice: France, a partner for your trade...

IHS Maritimeweb site
JUNE 11, 2018
  • European shortsea freights under pressure
  • DSME bounces back to full capacity and orderbook
  • HMM launches China-Australia service with APL and Evergreen
  • Maritime UK calls on Department for International Trade to drastically raise its game
  • Hutchison's development of Laem Chabang's Terminal D well under way
  • Oldendorff returns to Jiangsu Hantong for more Kamsarmaxes
  • Mitsui books five MR tankers at Samsung HI for Chevron charter
  • New Admire, a 2015-built bulk carrier

The Loadstarweb site
JUNE 11, 2018
  • Low-sulphur fuel laws will see container lines 'all go bust', says MOL CEO
  • Launch of JV sets Turkish Cargo on a course for Chinese logistics sector
  • More freight services out of China as Kerry and Damco announce new rail routes
  • Analysis: signs point to an 'M&A binge' in the wings of the logistics arena
  • CJ Logistics to acquire majority stake in DSC
  • Qatar Airport cargo cushions blow from Saudi-led embargo
  • Nairobi's container depot the main cause of import cargo pile-up?

Marine Logweb site
JUNE 11, 2018
  • Thoma-Sea to build advanced Rolls-Royce design pelagic trawler
  • Metal Shark acquires Horizon Shipbuilding assets
  • First BC Ferries Spirit class ship completes LNG conversion
  • LR offers one stop solution for EU MRV and IMO DCS compliance
  • DSME sees order intake improving
  • Volvo Penta "going full charge" into hybrid and all-electric
  • Vittoria Shipyard delivers ASD tug to Algeria
  • BV issues approvals for GTT LNG containment systems

Lloyd's Listweb site
JUNE 11, 2018
  • Closure of Vedanta's copper smelter to hit small bulkers
    Regional government's order to shut the facility following violent protests will also dampen future bulk imports as Vedanta had sought...
  • DHT appoints new chief financial officer
    Laila Halvorsen has served as chief controller and accountant since 2014 after 17 years with Western Bulk
  • Shipping requires leadership and vision - not finger pointing and excuses
    Posidonia 2018 offered a showcase for the forward thinking next generation leaders, but it also made clear that the old...
  • Europe-South Asia box trade makes strong start
    Middle East imports falling as Indian subcontinent booms
  • The Trump-Kim power play
    A deal, if struck, could boost trades and significantly increase the demand for shipping
  • Integro finalises Tysers acquisition
    Move follows private equity backed merger of SSL and Endeavour
  • HHI delays IRISL newbuilds amid sanction fears
    Newbuildings expected to be delivered in the second quarter of this year remain on the orderbook
  • OECD to investigate liner schedule reliability
    International Transport Forum to report on impact of late-running ships on supply chain
  • The boxship leader board: It's not just a matter of scale
    MSC has pre-empted its 2M partner on several occasions in recent weeks
  • GasLog founder linked to new private investment firm
    New firm will have "a desire for influence if not control" of the companies it invests in
  • Lloyd's List names 2018 Tom Leander Fellow
    Three-month maritime news internship supported by companies and associations across the industry
  • Euronav sells 20-year-old suezmax
    Belgium-based company will record a gain of $10.6m in the second quarter from the sale
  • BIMCO backs anti-corruption drive
    The Maritime Anti-Corruption Network asked IMO member states to crack down on corruption at the June 5-8 Facilitation Committee
  • Sulphur cap will drive operators out of business, MOL's Ikeda says
    Customers must understand that the cap is contributing to the health of the globe, says Ikeda, and the extra cost...
  • Iraq begins to rebuild tanker fleet with oil export to US
    Updates: industry sources said the VLCC is owned by Evangelos Marinakis's company and on bareboat charter to a IOTC joint venture...
  • Daily Briefing
    MSC boxships to slow down as chief executive Aponte reviews operations | Freight rate dumping: It's yesterday once more |...

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JUNE 11, 2018
  • East Coast ports hope federal funds boost Asia market share
  • E-commerce pressures, strike threat frame Teamsters-UPS contract talks
  • E-commerce's package explosion challenges US Customs
  • New traffic plan eases DP World Nhava Sheva truck congestion
  • Container lines face steep climb in recouping bunker fuel surcharges
  • Chittagong shippers brace for Eid holiday delays
  • Rotterdam's inland terminal box scanning pilot to improve visibility

TradeWindsweb site
JUNE 11, 2018
  • UK P&I: off-spec bunkers hard to test
    Leading P&I club issues alert to owners as contaminated fuel hit US Gulf Coast market.
  • Jones Act considered safety hazard
    Economics professor says 20th century US maritime law results in 'sacrificing safety' with older vessels.
  • Gener8 lays out $12.2m in severance payments
    Top executives of soon-to-be swallowed up tanker owner also free to work for rivals post merger close.
  • Thorco Luna banned from Australia
    Thorco Projects vessel barred after third detention in 2018.
  • Scorpio Bulkers banks $30m loan
    ING cash will refinance owner's two modern kamsarmaxes.
  • Probe finds self-igniting charcoal sparked two boxship cargo fires
    Investigators call for change after cargo declared safe is found to have started blazes.
  • DHT appoints new chief financial officer
    New York-listed tanker owner goes with insider as long-serving CFO steps down.
  • Flag states call on IMO to address 2020 fuel fears
    Registries join shipowner associations in warning of risks associated with sulphur cuts.
  • Hurtigruten to take over Kleven yard
    Norwegian owner says it sees great potential at domestic shipbuilder.
  • DSME revenue to fall further in 2018
    But new orders could approach $7.3bn target this year, CEO says.
  • Eyal Ofer tops Israel's rich list
    Brother Idan comes in fifteenth, $7bn behind Zodiac chief.
  • Posidonia proves another success as star-studded parties steal show
    Greek event's parties celebrate milestones and feature celebrities
  • First man joins WISTA in Norway
    Women's shipping organisation takes next step by welcoming Nor-Shipping director Per Martin Tanggaard.
  • MISC reveals Petrobras tanker deal worth $645m
    New shuttle tankers will rake in the cash over 10 years in Brazil.
  • German broker Peter Gast dies aged 89
    Founder of Peter Gast Shipping also started up the world's largest private sailing race.
  • Inmarsat stock jumps after takeover rejected
    Satellite player turned down bid from EchoStar Corp.
  • 2Go swings to profit
    Philippines ro-ro group has non-shipping operations to thank.
  • PDVSA makes first STS transfer to cut tanker queue
    Sonangol suezmax loaded at sea as Venezuelan major tries to beat congestion.
  • MOL's Ikeda: 'We're all going to go bust'
    CEO warns disaster ahead unless owners can pass on costs of sulphur cap.
  • Shell signs Subsea 7 pipe-lay deal
    OSV to install lines north of Shetland in 2020 and 2021.
  • Euronav profits from sale of veteran suezmax
    Belgian owner makes $10.6m from offloading oldest and smallest tanker.
  • Livanos teams with top bankers in new investment firm
    Greek owner and ex- Goldman Sachs partners will initially focus on energy, financial services and shipping.
  • CMA CGM to use Rotterdam to bunker LNG boxships
    French container shipping giant says it may also eventually consider using Singapore as well.
  • MMA Offshore ties up Pinnacle for three years
    Aussie vessel operator says contract is 'significant' as it looks to expand its IMR service offering.

American Shipperweb site
JUNE 11, 2018
  • CN heavily investing in two provinces
    Canadian National (CN), the largest of the two Canada-based Class I railways, is heavily investing in its rail networks across British Colu...
  • Corpus Christi nets funding for channel improvement
    Included in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 2018 fiscal year Work Plan is $23 million for the Port of Corpus Christi channel improvement p...
  • Oakland director warns about 'extreme protectionism'
    Chris Lytle, the executive director of the Port of Oakland, is warning about "extreme protectionism" and says a trade war with China would ...
  • Vietnam alarmed about scrap imports
    Vietnam's environment minister is sounding the alarm about growing scrap imports into his country following a ban on many commodities in Ch...
  • Trump rejects G7 joint statement over trade matters
    President Donald Trump rejected the joint statement signed off on by the six other world leaders who participated in the G7 summit in Charl...
  • White House sending mixed messages on ZTE deal
    President Donald Trump and his administration appear to be having a tough time getting their story straight when it comes to a deal made la...
  • A. Duie Pyle expanding warehousing footprint
    Transportation and logistics provider A. Duie Pyle is ramping up its warehousing footprint as demand for space continues to increase. All ...
  • Trade community looks for drawn up drawback rules
    The trade community is hopeful that U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will release a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) for new dr...
  • South Carolina Ports Authority reports record month
    South Carolina Ports Authority's (SCPA) container volumes in May surged 8.2 percent year-over-year to 197,437 TEUs, a record for the month ...

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JUNE 11, 2018
  • Amid strong Q1 USGC gasoline exports, Florida's foreign imports rise
    In the first quarter of 2018 the US state of Florida saw its imports of gasoline from abroad rise above historic norms as inflows from the US Gulf Coast dipped, S&P Global Platts analysis of various data sets from the US federal government shows.
  • US, UN announce sanctions against accused Libyan fuel smuggler
    The US and United Nations Monday sanctioned six individuals accused of migrant smuggling.
  • First VLCC booked to take HSFO east from Rotterdam for June
    The first VLCC for June was heard by shipping sources on subjects over the weekend to load high sulfur fuel oil from Rotterdam for discharge in Singapore.
  • Oil a bit softer with attention on US-North Korea summit
    Oil futures fell slightly Monday morning in US trading, with broader financial markets awaiting news from the US-North Korea summit and a trio of central bank meetings scheduled to take place this week.
  • Container market divided over emergency bunker surcharges
    Nerves are fraying in the container market over how best to reflect rising fuel costs in customers' freight rates in deals covering long periods of time.
  • Classification expert DNV GL sees dramatic rise in marine scrubber demand
    As of May, the total number of vessels that had either ordered or installed scrubbers stood at 817, DNV GL said.
  • China, Iran agrees to strengthen strategic cooperation despite US pressure
    Iran faces reimposition of sanctions by the US, which could impact its crude oil exports.
  • FUEL FOR THOUGHT: Global oil demand could leave gaping hole
    "If commodity prices remain elevated, we could start to see this have a drag on global GDP growth," said Platts Analytics' Chris Midgley.
  • Armed robbery attacks against ships in Straits of Malacca, Singapore rise in Jan-May: ReCAAP
    ReCAAP also warned ship farers to be vigilant when traversing the waters of Indonesia.
  • FUTURES: Crude mixed on rising US rig count, lower OPEC supply
    "WTI declined as investors digested the sustained climb in oil rigs," OCBC Commodity economist said.
  • REFINERY NEWS: Japan's Cosmo Oil restarts 75,000 b/d Chiba CDU
    Cosmo Oil had shut 49% of its 363,000 b/d refining capacity at the peak of its scheduled maintenance.

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FROM THE HOME PAGE
SHIPPING
EU shipping emissions hit record levels, T&E reports
Brussels
The association reiterates its proposal to extend the ETS to smaller vessels
PORTS
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.
PORTS
In the first nine months of 2025, freight traffic in the ports of the Southern Adriatic system decreased by -7%
SHIPPING
Sea-Intelligence: Marked deterioration in the westbound transatlantic shipping market
Singapore
ACCIDENTS
Last year, 13 seafarers died in accidents involving EU vessels.
Luxembourg
Nine deaths occurred on board fishing vessels
TRANSPORTATION
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
AWARDS
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%.
SHIPPING
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.
FREIGHT TERMINALS
The Chamber of Deputies has approved the final text of the proposed law on interports
TRANSPORTATION
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
PORTS
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
TRANSPORTATION
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%
SHIPPING
In the third quarter, naval traffic in the Suez Canal grew by +2.5%
Cairo/Ismailia
10.6% increase in transits in September
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
The first freight train opens the new Austrian Koralm railway line.
Villach
The infrastructure is part of the European Baltic-Adriatic Corridor
CRUISES
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings reports record quarterly revenue
Miami
Decrease in passengers embarked
PORTS
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
INDUSTRY
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%
SHIPPING
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
SHIPPING
Stena Line buys Finnish shipping company Wasaline
Gothenburg/Vaasa
The ferry "Aurora Botnia" will remain the property of the cities of Vaasa and Umeå
PORTS
Global Ports Holding will build and operate a cruise terminal in the port of Ferrol.
London/Ferrol
30-year concession contract
SHIPYARDS
HD Hyundai partners with Siemens to revitalize US shipbuilding
Seongnam/San Francisco
SHIPPING
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%
SHIPPING
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%)
PORTS
Foreign traffic at Chinese seaports reached a historic record in the third quarter
Beijing
Containers also reach their maximum peak
PORTS
The approval process for the Catania Port Master Plan has been completed.
SHIPPING
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%
TRADE
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
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
PORTS
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%)
INDUSTRY
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
INDUSTRY
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
PORTS
A cooperation agreement between the Italian and Indian port systems is being finalized.
Rome
Rixi met with Indian Minister of Ports and Shipping
PORTS
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
ACCIDENTS
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
CRUISES
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.
PORTS
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
TRADE
Pakistan offers Bangladesh the use of Karachi port for its foreign trade
Dhaka
A direct air link between the two countries is planned.
SHIPPING
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
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
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.
SHIPYARDS
Ties between the US and South Korean shipbuilding industries are further strengthened.
Gyeongju
HD Hyundai and Huntington Ingalls Industries sign manufacturing cooperation agreement
PORTS
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
COMPETITION
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
CRUISES
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
Trieste
Madriz (Trieste Passenger Terminal): ready to provide services wherever large ships choose to dock
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
PORTS
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%
PORTS
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
LOGISTICS
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
LOGISTICS
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.
TRUCKING
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
PORTS
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.
PORTS
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
PORTS
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%.
PORTS
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
PORTS
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
TRADE
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
SHIPPING
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.
CRUISES
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
SHIPPING
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.
PORTS
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.
PORTS
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.
LEGISLATION
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
PORTS
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.
SHIPPING
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
PORTS
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
PIRACY
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.
PORTS
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
ACCIDENTS
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"
TRADE
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
PORTS
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%.
SHIPPING
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
PORTS
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
LEGISLATION
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."
SHIPPING
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
TRADE
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
PORTS
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.
SHIPPING
MSC includes calls at Bremerhaven, Limassol and Beirut in the Levante Express service
Geneva
The line connects Northern Europe with the Mediterranean
PORTS
AD Ports to acquire 20% stake in Latakia International Container Terminal
Abu Dhabi
Agreement with the CMA CGM shipping group
PORTS
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.
PORTS
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
COMPANIES
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
SHIPPING
d'Amico International Shipping's quarterly financial results decline
Luxembourg
Mottola Crossbow: The fundamentals of the tanker industry remain solid.
COMPANIES
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%
COMPANIES
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.
LOGISTICS
CEVA Logistics has completed the acquisition of Turkey's Borusan Logistics.
Marseille
Operation worth 383 million dollars
LOGISTICS
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
TRUCKING
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.
COMPANIES
Harren assigns a single brand to its heavy lift companies
Bremen
The fleet of 80 vessels will be operated under the single SAL brand.
SHIPPING
Wallenius Wilhelmsen's revenues fell by 2% in the third quarter.
Lysaker
Net profit was $280 million (+8%)
PORTS
ESPO has presented its new annual environmental report
Brussels
Climate change remains the top priority for European ports to address
PORTS
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.
EDUCATION
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
SHIPPING
CMA CGM to register ten new 24,212 TEU containerships in the French International Register
Marseille/Copenhagen
LOGISTICS
UPS has completed its acquisition of Canada's Andlauer Healthcare Group.
Atlanta/Toronto
Operation worth 1.6 billion dollars
MEETINGS
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
CRUISES
Two MSC Cruises Musica-class cruise ships undergoing refurbishment in Malta
Geneva
Work at Palumbo Malta Shipyard includes the construction of new suites
PORTS
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
INDUSTRY
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
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
SHIPPING
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
PORTS
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.
CRUISES
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.
PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY
Fincantieri signs agreement to develop Saudi Arabia's maritime ecosystem
Trieste
It was signed with the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources of Riyadh
SHIPPING
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
PORTS
Rijeka Gateway Terminal officially opened
River
It is operated by the joint venture between APM Terminals and Enna Logic
PORTS
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
PORTS
The Management Committee of the Southern Adriatic Port Authority takes shape
Bari
The designations of some local administrations are still missing
PORTS
The Senate's VIII Commission approved the appointment of eight Port System Authority presidents.
Rome
Parliamentary process completed
COMPANIES
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
PORTS
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
PORTS
In the period July-September, freight traffic in Tunisian ports grew by +5.4%
La Goulette
Cruise passengers decreased by -10.5%
INDUSTRY
Wärstilä Corporation closed the third quarter with sales of over 1.6 billion euros (-5.0%)
Helsinki
LOGISTICS
UPS's latest quarterly financial performance declines
Atlanta
Revenues down by -3.7%
ASSOCIATIONS
Götz Becker appointed chairman of Interferry
Victoria
The president is Supapan Pichaironarongsongkram, who takes over from Guido Grimaldi
PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY
Accelleron and LAB021 partner to develop digital solutions to improve fleet operational efficiency.
PORTS
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
MEETINGS
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
SHIPPING
The PCTC Grande Melbourne was christened and delivered to the Grimaldi Group in China.
Naples
It has a capacity of 9,241 CEUs
CRUISES
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.
PORTS
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
PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
PORTS
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.
LOGISTICS
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
INDUSTRY
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
SHIPPING
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.
PORTS
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
SHIPPING
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
PORTS
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.
PORTS
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"
PORTS
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
MEETINGS
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
INDUSTRY
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
ASSOCIATIONS
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
PORTS
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%
PORTS
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.
PORTS
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.
SHIPPING
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
MARITIME SERVICES
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
PORTS
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
TAXES
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
COMPANIES
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
ACCIDENTS
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
PORTS
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
INDUSTRY
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
SHIPYARDS
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
PORTS
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
PORTS
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
PORTS
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
PORTS
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
SHIPYARDS
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
PORTS
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
SHIPPING
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
TRUCKING
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.
ASSOCIATIONS
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
PORTS
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
COMPANIES
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
SHIPPING
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
TRUCKING
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
SHIPYARDS
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
AWARDS
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
SHIPYARDS
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
SHIPYARDS
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
SHIPPING
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
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
MEETINGS
The National Maritime Fund has organised a meeting with the ITS Mare and the maritime training centres
MEETINGS
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
ASSITERMINAL
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
LOGISTICS
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text moves to the Chamber of Deputies
OFFSHORE
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.
PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
DEFENCE
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
PORTS
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
ACCIDENTS
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
PORTS
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.
EDUCATION
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
MOURNING
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
SHIPPING
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
FINANCING
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
PORTS
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
PORTS
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.
COMPANIES
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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