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September 14, 2018
Sched Netweb site
  • Los Angeles dips 2.5pc to 826,638 TEU in August, Long Beach off 1.9pc
  • China seeks WTO approval to hit Trump with US$7 billion in sanctions
  • DP World vows legal battle to counter Djibouti's seizure of terminal
  • America's east coast ports brace for Hurricane Florence devastation
  • New 14,052-TEU ONE Aquila is sublet to NYK on THE Alliance service
  • Lack of drivers prompts US Xpress to offer scholarships to attract truckers
  • South Carolina sets monthly box volume, up 16pc to 206,541 TEU in August
  • Curacao Port Services in Caribbean orders 2 Kalmar ship-to-shore cranes
  • Kuehne + Nagel applies blockchain technology to verified gross mass portal
  • Walmart doubles spending to lure trucks amid 'serious' US labour shortage
  • CMA CGM reacts to Lisbon port congestion by demanding emergency fee
  • Atlas Air adds second Boeing 747-400 Freighter for Asiana Cargo
  • Finnair Cargo goes with Air Logistics Group in mainland China destinations
  • Germany's DHL Global Forwarding starts building at Vienna airport
  • Cargo-partner's Vienna warehouse just right for Engel machine makers

Exim Indiaweb site
SEPTEMBER 13, 2018
  • ECU Worldwide moves the spirit of Asian Games as its official logistics partner
  • First containership takes the Northern sea route
  • Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers IPO opens on Sept. 24
  • MOL names another ice-breaking LNG carrier for key project
  • Swire Shipping introduces weekly service from North Asia to South Pacific
  • DP World says it will continue to pursue all legal means to defend its rights as shareholder & concessionaire in Doraleh Container Terminal
  • V.O. Chidambaranar Port commissions truck-mounted fogging machine & ambient air quality monitoring station
  • Commerce Ministry seeks Cabinet nod for national logistics policy
  • HTOA holds 11th AGM & elects new Managing Committee
  • Cabinet approves developing digital economy among BRICS countries

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Nothing goes without trucks
  • Joining up to expand Baku-Tbilisi-Kars rail service
  • Fewer truck cross Swiss Alps
  • Port of Long Beach nets USD 50 million grant
  • One million ULDs between DXB and DWC
  • K+N deploys blockchain technology for VGM Portal
  • Bio-UV Group recruits boss for Asia office
  • Amber Train augments transport portfolio
  • Etihad Cargo launches new cold chain product
  • Essberger Tankers inks deal with GAC in Scandinavia
  • MD of BU Global of Bertschi installed in 2019
  • Canadian port surveys local population
  • Train linking London, Northants and Scotland
  • Another step forward on digital trail at DP World Antwerp
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Ceva lands new contract in Australia
  • Aisats enhances security and tracking in Bengaluru
  • From Geodis to Broekman Logistics

IHS Maritimeweb site
SEPTEMBER 13, 2018
  • Top US and European ports urge shipping to deliver on Paris Agreement
  • The enforcement of IMO Tier II rules set to cool Chinese S&P market
  • How emerging-market currency slide affects shipping
  • Argentine levy likely to boost Brazil's soybean sales to China
  • MODEC buys Chandris VLCC for FPSO conversion

The Loadstarweb site
SEPTEMBER 13, 2018
  • Freight train derailment deals another blow to ailing UK logistics sector
  • Capacity cuts and trade war combine to increase container tonnage laying idle
  • Walmart tries to Spark interest in new Uber-style home grocery deliveries
  • Locus bids to hurdle India's last-mile barriers with artificial intelligence
  • How to take NYC back to its maritime roots
  • How shipping has changed since Lehman Brothers collapsed
  • Hong Kong awaits its own super storm as US east coast braces for Florence

Marine Logweb site
SEPTEMBER 13, 2018
  • GD Electric Boat gets another $480.6 million for Columbia Class work
  • Helm CONNECT software platform passes 3,000 vessel milestone
  • America's Blue Highway Conference at SUNY Maritime
  • DFDS to install scrubbers on 12 Mediterranean freight ferries
  • Red and White Fleet takes delivery of plug-in hybrid tour boat
  • Maersk Tankers newbuilds to get Nacos Platinum package
  • Live at SMM 2018: Radio Holland's innovative NavCom services

Lloyd's Listweb site
SEPTEMBER 13, 2018
  • Container market recovery 'still at an early stage', Navios tells investors
    IPO hopeful says that thanks to entering the market at a low point it is already generating cash but that...
  • Seaspan plans to raise more capital
    Seaspan says the proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes, which can include acquisitions, debt repayments, or the redemption...
  • The Interview: Bob Sanguinetti
    The UK Chamber of Shipping chief executive - head of Britain's main shipowner trade association - has been fascinated with...
  • IUMI delegates gather with marine premiums on the rise
    Even change of direction will be welcome after 20 years of soft markets and the 9% fall seen last time...
  • Frangou links launch of Navios Containers to KG collapse
    Oversupply in the sector has been repaired due to wipeout of German investment scheme, although other events contributed to Navios...
  • 'Time is running out for UK ferry ports'
    Ro-ro ports will not be ready if UK crashes out of Europe with no deal in March
  • UK publishes no-deal Brexit plans for shipping industry
    Guidance on getting an exemption from maritime security notifications and the recognition of seafarer certificates of competency are among 28...
  • Hurricane Florence to hit dry bulk the hardest
    There is likely to be a limited impact on the tanker side unless the Colonial Pipeline distribution network is seriously...
  • MOL-Cosco venture names ice-breaking LNG carrier after Russian Arctic explorer
    Delivery from Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering is due at the end of September, says MOL
  • HNA's attempted sale of box leasing business was 'overpriced'
    HNA is reportedly revisiting its plan to sell both Seaco and Cronos, which it acquired between 2011 and 2015 for...
  • Viewpoint: Regulated to death
    Some robust championing of the IMO and its role is possibly important, when other agencies seem to be muscling in...
  • Daily Briefing
    Netherlands warns of export drop in no-deal Brexit | Maersk to adopt scrubber technology | GoodBulk underlines preference for capes ...
  • Chief executive's departure leads to management reshuffle at IBIA
    With the departure of Justin Murphy, the association has introduced changes to how it is run, including moving its IMO...
  • MOL and Magsaysay launch new seafarer school in the Philippines
    MOL chief Junichiro Ikeda says the aim is to take youngsters into a career that would lead them to become...

The Journal of Commerceweb site
SEPTEMBER 13, 2018
  • Hurricane Florence weakens, shifts path toward Carolina ports
  • Multipurpose market's gradual recovery continues on demand
  • Trans-Pacific peak season chaos set to accelerate NVOs' share gain
  • Hamburg market share slips as Europe's import volume grows
  • Maersk seeking more India transshipment volume
  • Why container freight invoicing automation hasn't taken off

TradeWindsweb site
SEPTEMBER 13, 2018
  • Pasha resumes service following storm
    Jones Act Hawaii specialist reopens two piers in Honolulu Harbour after the passage of Tropical Storm Olivia.
  • Navios Maritime Containers facing tough choices at crunch time
    Investor wariness of shipping equities has not spared Angeliki Frangou's boxship IPO as overall demand said to remain a tough hurdle.
  • SolstadFarstad fixes two OSVs to Total E&P
    Norwegian owner inks deal for an AHTS and a PSV for Total E&P South Africa's drilling campaign.
  • Odfjell says no to scrubbers
    Norwegian tanker owner opts for low sulphur fuel over scrubbers to meet IMO 2020 emission rules.
  • On the ball: 20 Questions with Freight Investor Services' John Banaszkiewicz
  • How tides and currents can save shipowners time and money
    Owners and operators can use data to harness the power of the ocean's movements
  • Fears and dreams frozen in 1940
  • The tanker that was no star
  • How Nisshin broke the Japanese mould
    Nisshin Shipping boss Y Fujii, one of the industry's most low-key figures, does business in a most un-Japanese way. TW+ turns the spotlight on a publicity-shy tonnage supplier that is quietly building up a 116-ship fleet
  • All systems go for Xin Yuan's Hong Kong IPO
    With IPO of up to $20m, asphalt tanker firm is growing well beyond initial niche as a captive tonnage supplier to Cosco
  • Lost letters: Post out of the past rescued from 5km deep
    A salvage operation to recover silver worth $200m from a torpedoed World War II freighter unearthed a trove of lost mail and inspired a theatrical re-enactment
  • Empire Windrush: The ship that changed the face of Britain
    The former Nazi passengership made a voyage into history by sparking the UK's post-war migration boom
  • Dahlman switches coasts and looks to surf new wave in shipping
    Dahlman Rose co-founder links up with investment bank and says it is time to get excited about shipping again
  • Klaveness aims to list KCC before end of 2019
    Combination-carrier company will use up to $70m of initial share issue to declare options on 83,000-dwt vessels ordered in China
  • All systems go for Xin Yuan's Hong Kong IPO
    With IPO of up to $20m, asphalt tanker firm is growing well beyond initial niche as a captive tonnage supplier to Cosco
  • DNV GL group chief issues call to arms to tackle global warming
    Cleaner technology and greater efficiency will be needed if the world is to not exceed the limits set out in the 2015 Paris agreement, forecasts Remi Eriksen
  • Liner operators keep 'hangin' on' but change their tune on revival
    Container giants that had hoped for a better 2018 have been given a reality check
  • Teekay's LNG FSU sets out for new Bahrain home port
  • LNG ship-chartering platform ready for fourth-quarter launch
  • Ghana import project homes in on FSU for Tema LNG terminal
    Partner Gasfin believes using a floating regasification unit newbuilding and an existing vessel modified for storage could offer big savings over an FSRU
  • NYK Line set to ink LNG newbuilding for Total
    Shipowner looks to have stolen a march on competitors for time-charter business
  • Sigtto unveils new London headquarters
  • Former lawyer loves the sharp-end of the shipping industry
  • Infrastructure no longer the issue for LNG-fuelling growth
  • Timing of orders will be vital to BW's next regas moves
  • Russia limbers up to grow its position on world LNG stage
    Arctic and small-scale projects will require a raft of new tonnage, but investment needs, sanctions and internal politics may slow some progress
  • BW LNG lines up the assets in FSRU toolbox
    Managing director Yngvil Asheim explains the company's strategy on floating regas but keeps the industry guessing on the details
  • Japan jumps on 'booming' action of LNG bunkering
    Early mover NYK explains the thinking behind a first newbuilding for the country
  • Shipyard specs and project management are key to success of FSRU conversions
  • Tighter LNG shipping markets brewing for charterers
    Summer of surprises tees up market for hotly anticipated wild winter ride
  • New US LNG export cargoes start to build
  • Kremin bides his time and waits for fresh project business
  • Teekay embraces Arctic LNG challenge
    Gas chief Mark Kremin talks about the company's moves into two new business areas
  • Are FSRU conversions on the comeback trail?
    A raft of older ships coming off long-term charters is giving floating regas developers another option to play for projects
  • Hurdles may slow some of Russia's LNG projects
  • Shell spearheads global march in LNG bunkering
    Arjan Stavast says shipowners are asking about LNG's cleaner advantages, cost-competitiveness and availability
  • Half-step back for rigs providing OSV employment
    Offshore vessel owners saw a net loss of potential vessel-users in August, with six rigs in and 12 rigs out
  • Norwegian vessel sent for scrap accused of causing Turkey spill
    Oslo set to get tough on owners selling vessels for demolition in South Asia as already controversial barge carrier is arrested after environmental damage off Aliaga
  • Teekay emergency drill frees distressed seabird
  • Eurotankers scoops up LR2 from Conti
  • Aframax tanker at heart of Vafias-Geden legal spat scrapped
  • Knutsen OAS sells its last pre-2000-built chemical tanker
  • Utkilen taps rival for new chief executive
  • Lender behind sale of Salamon product tanker
  • Polembros to take Pistiolis suezmax newbuilding duo
    Central Group owner to make handy profit from selling order to Greek peer
  • Embiricos resumes buying spree with $24m VLCC deal
    Aeolos Management linked to acquisition from Tokyo-listed Kyoei Tanker
  • Doubt cast on reports of Mangrove boosting bulker order in China
  • Ex-Guinness record holder joins Seajets
  • Fafalios makes fleet renewal move with $19.65m ultramax buy
  • New dry bulk outfit emerges in Bulgaria
    Commodity trader-backed Meteor Management plans to grow its fleet to six bulk carriers next year
  • Havyard wins deal for up to three OSVs
    Overseas client signs contract for two firm renewables vessels plus an option.
  • Siem Offshore gains $8m from legal rulings
    OSV owner boosted by wins in cases in Brazil and India.
  • Cosco forms tech JV with Furuno Electric
    Chinese owner taking a stab at the navigation and communications market.
  • Novatek forms JV for LNG icebreaker newbuilds
    Russian energy giant sets up company with state nuclear agency Rosatom.
  • Adam Polemis seeks scrap sale of fourth VLCC this year
    Decision comes at a time when tanker demolition prices have received a boost.
  • Brookfield adds two new faces to Teekay Offshore board
  • Stena RoRo offloads freight duo
    Baja Ferries snaps up one of two ro-ros sold by Swedish owner.
  • No 'dead decade' for shipping since Lehman Brothers, says Gordon
    Clarksons Research chief surveys industry 10 years after financial crisis.
  • China Merchants adds to boxship tally
    Giant owner selects CSC Jiangdong for new feeder vessel.
  • NOC operations normal after HQ terrorist attack
    Libyan crude exporter's chairman visits staff injured in fatal raid.
  • Seaspan seeks $150m from preferred issue
    Containership owner prices latest fundraiser which could pave the way for further growth and repay debt.
  • Krasnoye Sormovo wins 15-ship order
    USC chief Alexei Rakhmanov says dry cargo vessels will be built within a year.
  • STX wins refund guarantee for Oceangold MRs
    Restructuring yard finally clinches KDB deal for tankers for John Dragnis company.
  • Sinopacific's Simon Liang: I have the solution. I have the key
    On the phone from Myanmar, where he is taking a break from his financial and legal travails in China, the man behind the failed Sinopacific shipbuilding business says he still has something to contribute
  • Ghana confirms LNG FRU contract with China's Jiangnan
    Government has chosen two Chinese companies to build the regasification terminal.
  • Aussie firms to launch maritime drone school
    AMC Search and The Institute for Drone Technology claim move will be an industry first.
  • IBIA restructures top management as CEO departs
    Unni Einemo set to take point at secretariat as it looks to spread responsibilities among executive team.
  • Bahri bets on Indian breakbulk trade
    Saudi Arabian diversified shipowner solidifies position in India's steadily expanding break bulk trade sector.
  • Nordic American Offshore hints at M&A activity
    Herbjorn Hansson rules out reverse-stock split to boost share price of New York-listed owner.
  • Teekay Tankers seals leaseback on six vessels
    Subsidiary of Canada's Teekay Corp expects $60m boost to liquidity after debt on tankers is paid.

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
SEPTEMBER 13, 2018
  • US House panel approves bill to lease unused SPR space to companies, governments
    Trump has previously proposed selling space in tweets.
  • FEATURE: Refining summit sees IMO 2020 boosting diesel, LSFO demand
    "Lots of asphalt units are built," said David Wech "and this is one way to eliminate high sulfur fuel oil."
  • Refining association sees distillates covering bulk of EU 0.5% sulfur bunker demand
  • External: Marine Bunkering(Rotterdam)B.V.
  • SINGAPORE DATA: Aug bunker fuel sales fall 9.2% on year to 3.96 mil mt
    Vessel arrivals in Singapore for bunkering fell 6.18% year on year to 3,128 in August.
  • Singapore's MOL Chemical Tankers, Belgium's SEA-Tank form JV for Antwerp storage terminal
    SEA-MOL NV aims to have the first phase of the terminal operational by mid-2021.
  • Hurricane Florence expected path shifts south as energy, commodity markets brace for impact
    A significant amount of energy infrastructure remains in the storm's impact zone.
  • FUTURES: Crude dips on profit taking, but outlook bullish
    "But the overall outlook is still supported and likely to hold at current levels, IG's market strategist said.

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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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