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June 19, 2018
Sched Netweb site
  • Asia-Europe rate drops 0.9pc to US$862/TEU, off 6.8pc to USWC
  • Long Beach May volume up 6pc - LA drops 3.4pc
  • OOCL announces range of Asia-Oz changes
  • Asia-Oz joint service boosts Evergreen offering
  • Savannah, Charleston battle for Panama trade
  • Deutsche Bahn, Georgian Railway forge partnership
  • US$20 billion needed for rail in US ports over 10 years
  • Oakland's online cargo management platform goes live
  • Forwarder Flexport opens first warehouse in Yantian
  • Panalpina expands perishables network in Argentina
  • Experience shapes logistics leader by raising competitiveness
  • ALS to enter Saudi Arabian market with pharma warehouse
  • Emirates joins with Alibaba logistics arm to tap e-commerce
  • PIA strengthens cargo performance by rewarding agents
  • Dnata lands a major Egyptair Cargo ramp deal in Dubai

Exim Indiaweb site
JUNE 18, 2018
  • APL's new service connects China & Indonesia
  • CMA CGM upgrades EURAF 4 service
  • DNV GL issues first type approval for aluminium cables onboard ships
  • HMM signs Letter of Intent for twelve 23,000 & eight 14,000-TEU vessels
  • IMO member states urged to progress on key sulphur cap issues at critical meeting in July
  • MOL co-hosts strategic LNG forum in Shanghai
  • Shreyas Shipping focused on safety of vessel & environment
  • China signs pact to import 5 lakh cotton bales from India
  • India's shrimp exports to go north this year
  • Antwerp port seeks to double rail volume
  • Krishnapatnam Port's drive through container scanner set to boost terminal's overall performance
  • Port of Long Beach handles 3.2 m TEUs in first five months; has record May
  • Proposed Mumbai-Pune hyperloop to move palletised freight & light cargo
  • India's ex-im trade continues to surge

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Autonomous vehicles to play key roles
  • More storage facilities along Mombasa-Nairobi line
  • More room for refrigerated produce
  • Geo Sea banking on SAL
  • Completely cool in US Sunshine State
  • Travis Monson now CEO of Callisto Agency Systems
  • Dachser augments contract logistics sector
  • "Hekinan max" number 3 delivered to MOL
  • Challenge: PCT interoperability between US railways
  • Air Malta starts service to Kiev
  • Van Vliet shoulders CEO role at Railport Antwerp
  • Tigers relocating in Shanghai
  • NCA temporarily suspends all operations
  • Relief for barges in Rotterdam?
  • Belgium: LNG HGVS for long-distance heavy haulage
  • The new choice: France, a partner for your trade...

IHS Maritimeweb site
JUNE 18, 2018
  • Navios Containers plots expansion and seeks NASDAQ listing
  • Shipping bodies warn of 2020 sulphur cap safety threat
  • Moody's: Tankers to remain depressed amid stable growth for bulkers, containers
  • Deutsche Bank loan portfolio sold as investor interests rises
  • Shipping operations resume at Australia's Port Kembla after ship fire contained
  • Shipping impact unclear after fighting causes 'catastrophic' damage to Libya terminal
  • Trump's tariff threat rattles car-shipping sector
  • Iino Lines eyes LNG bunkering business
  • Singapore bunker supplier pursues sale-leaseback for tanker fleet
  • World's oldest LNG carriers scrapped
  • Heung-A gets cash injection from largest shareholder

The Loadstarweb site
JUNE 18, 2018
  • Container line profits this year will be wiped out by rising fuel and charter prices
  • 'Inappropriate' maintenance records add to NCA's troubles as freighters are grounded
  • Market Insight: WiseTech is eating it up, but Xpediator is coming for dinner
  • Air freight could benefit from a rush to beat US-China tariff deadline
  • Nestlé and XPO logistics to develop the 'digital warehouse of the future' in the UK
  • Competition red tape may tie major carriers in too many knots for more M&A
  • Cerberus nears deal to buy Worldwide Flight Services
  • Boeing facing legal action as Iran sues over cancelled contracts

Marine Logweb site
JUNE 18, 2018
  • Newport News starts overhaul of USS Boise (SSN 764)
  • Great Lakes Group adds to management team
  • VIDEO: Jones Act compliant solution for U.S. offshore wind projects
  • Samsung BWMS gains USCG Type Approval
  • Shipowners seek IMO action on sulfur cap challenges
  • Crowley receives humanitarian award for Puerto Rico relief efforts
  • Saab and Damen partner for Brazilian corvette project
  • DOE funds offshore wind R&D consortium
  • Coast Guard responds to generator fire on Great Lakes bulker

Lloyd's Listweb site
JUNE 18, 2018
  • GoodBulk launches first shipping IPO in three years
    The long-awaited IPO is set to test stock investors' appetite for bulker owners amid healthy market conditions
  • Opec meeting steals spotlight from Marine Money gathering
    The New York event will sit in the shadows of what is happening in Vienna this week, where the highly...
  • Lobby groups put pressure on the IMO ahead of key emissions meeting
    Worries include supply of compliant fuels and port state control enforcement
  • Navios Containers gears up for US listing
    Plans to use the proceeds of an IPO to partly fund the acquisition of five new containerships
  • Nordic American says tanker market improvement 'becoming clearer'
    It is expected NAT will immediately reap the benefits of an upswing in the tanker market
  • Kjelsrud's departure linked to Nordea decision to axe shipping unit
    Other senior staff, including Knut Hongseth, exited after 'rightsizing' earlier this year
  • Shippers raise concerns regarding US-China tariffs
    US Customs and Border Protection will begin to collect duties from 6 July on 818 additional product lines covering $34bn...
  • New service makes 'virtual' ship inspections a reality
    Idwal's VRI is designed to work on mobile and desktop devices and covers a full range of vessel areas
  • Shipbroking market 'ripe for restructuring'
    Dietze, Odin, True North Chartering, Jacq. Pierot & Sons and Compass Maritime possible takeover targets
  • Fire on bulker halts Port Kembla operations
    A fire on board the CSL Group-owned vessel kept firefighters busy through Monday. No injuries or pollution were reported
  • DP World quashes rumours of Djibouti settlement
    The Djibouti government seized control of DCT and cancelled its concession from DP World earlier this year
  • Deutsche Bank sells $1bn ship loan portfolio
    The deal is part of a move by Deutsche Bank to draw a line under sour investments in the sector...
  • Shipping assesses fall-out of Sino-US spat
    Potential tariff threats on crude oil and propane may put pressure on vessel demand
  • Box majors will struggle to break even this year, say analysts
    Analysts expect only a handful of carriers to be in the black by the end of December
  • Nordea head of shipping Kjelsrud to join rival SEB
    Big name in ship finance will make the switch at the start of next year
  • Daily Briefing
    IMO reform push attracts heavyweight support | Swedish Club's underwriting calls praised | The Lloyd's List Podcast: the migrant crisis...
  • China may have to reverse coal restrictions
    Supply chain challenges means that the country would have to increase imports to meet its peak season demand
  • Navios Containers in deal for up to nine ships as it files for IPO
    The owner has agreed to buy five ships which are expected to be delivered in the third quarter and has...
  • NYK orders new ship for coal transport
    The 98,500 dwt vessel is due for delivery in the first quarter of 2021
  • TEN continues to eye LNG carriers as 'growth priority'
    A significant rise in the LNG shipping market is one of the factors cited by Mr Tsakos for belief that...

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JUNE 18, 2018
  • Stakeholders split on whether bill would lead to safer US truckers
  • NY-NJ handles mega-ships post-Bayonne Bridge lift in stride
  • Krishnapatnam Port's scanner to shorten wait times, improve security
  • Double-digit higher truck rates mark US produce season start

TradeWindsweb site
JUNE 18, 2018
  • MPCC patiently weighing NY
    MPC Container Ships is "closely" watching the progress of fellow-Oslo listed owners GoodBulk Ltd and Navios Maritime Containers as the pursue New York IPOs, but is not yet at the stage of executing its own offering here. That was the word today from MPCC chief executive Constantin Baack in a sideline interview with TradeWinds after his appearance at the annual Marine Money conference in New York.
  • Here comes GoodBulk
    John Michael Radziwill decides there's no time like the present to make a run at $140m in New York IPO as roadshow moves out.
  • Parade of money men rewarded Euronav
    Euronav executives spoke about the timeline and steps leading up to Gener8 Maritime deal.
  • Grindrod Shipping makes its US debut
    Diversified dry and wet bulk player lists shares in US market as capital markets interest in shipping on the rise.
  • Tankers given boost on OPEC, IMO 2020
    Analyst goes long on tanker group, giving upgrades to DHT Holdings, Frontline and Teekay Tankers.
  • Eagle Bulk stock starts to climb as analyst interest rises
    DNB Markets places buy rating on the Nasdaq-quoted shipowner.
  • Idwal sees S&P use for virtual reality inspections
    Graig company Idwal Marine Services is claiming a first in the ship inspection market by offering a virtual reality tour of vessels. Chairman Chris Williams and managing director Nick Owens gave customers a preview of the product last week and expect the Google Street View style walk around of ships may become the norm for shipping over time. Owens says the product draws inspiration from the rea
  • HFW promotes Karaiskaki to partner
    Law firm boosts global ship finance operation after hiring Siri Wennevik in January.
  • Eight crew evacuated from leaking cargoship
    Turkish vessel Haksa taking on water off Croatia.
  • Nordea turns guns to shipping growth with new leaders
    Thor-Erik Bech and Geir Atle Lerkerod take over running of shipping and offshore division.
  • Klaveness pool earnings stay "strong"
    Norwegian group says bulkers boosted by tonnage positioning to end-May.
  • Underwriters add $15m to Genco offering
    Bulker owner raises total of $116m as it finances acquisition deal.
  • Dry Bulk leading light amid stable outlook for shipping
    Moody's expects overall earnings upturn despite extended struggles for tankers.
  • Carnival signs deal with green group Bellona
    US cruiseship giant to cooperate on sustainable vessels.
  • Bimco: IMO must make progress on sulphur cap
    Other shipping bodies also pressure member states ahead of July meeting.
  • Nordic American Tankers drops bond offering
    Move comes amid claims of a significantly improved financial position.
  • EBRD takes stake in Tallina Sadam through IPO
    European development bank buys into Estonian ferry and terminal company.
  • NOC: 'catastrophic' damage at Ras Lanuf
    Libyan tanker terminal loses two storage tanks after attack by militia.
  • VIDEO: SSL Kolkata anchored as fire extinguished
    Marines secure drifting fire-damaged Shreyas boxship off India.
  • Morgan Stanley takes up coverage of Eagle Bulk
    Fotis Giannakoulis believes owner's stock has plenty of upside potential.
  • George Economou aborts VLGC spin-off
    Filing that would have allowed four gas vessels to separate from DryShips has been withdrawn.
  • Scotline declares option at Royal Bodewes
    London owner firms up second cargoship at Dutch yard.
  • Hans Christian Kjelsrud swaps Nordea for SEB
    Financier set to replace Bjarte Boe at the start of next year.
  • Crew evacuated as CSL bulker burns
    Firefighters tackle blaze in operation that could last for days on iron ore ship in Australia.
  • Marubeni orders products double
    Japanese trader and owner inks tanker deal at Onomichi.
  • Deutsche Bank 'offloads $1bn shipping portfolio'
    German lender said to have sold loans to Oak Hill and Varde.
  • Transocean to scrap four deepwater floaters
    US firm as well as Ensco and Seadrill have the highest ownership of rigs at risk of scrapping, say analyst.
  • NYK books coal carrier newbuilding at Oshima
    Japanese giant teams with Asahi Shipping to order Tier III-compliant ship on back of long-term charter
  • Navios Maritime Containers in potential nine ship deal
    Company is buying five ships with options to acquire four more in run-up to New York IPO.

American Shipperweb site
JUNE 18, 2018
  • CSX train derails, catches fire in Indiana
    A CSX Corp. train went off the rails Sunday night near Princeton, Ind., the Jacksonville, Fla.-based Class I railroad has confirmed in a st...
  • Intermodal pricing growth hits 20th straight month
    Intermodal rates grew for the 20th consecutive month in May, rising another 9.1 percent compared to the same month the previous year, accor...
  • Truckload rate growth finds yet another gear in May
    Growth in domestic U.S. truckload rates found yet another gear in May, surging 9 percent compared with the same month a year ago, according...
  • FMC reviews 17 OTI license applications
    The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission has received 17 ocean transportation intermediary (OTI) license applications and changes for review. ...
  • TOS rollout causes delays at Felixstowe
    A rocky rollout for a new terminal operating system at the United Kingdom's Port of Felixstowe caused "severe delays and cancellations acro...
  • Former Roadrunner execs charged with accounting, securities fraud
    The U.S. Department of Justice has charged two former Roadrunner Transportation Systems Inc. executives for their alleged participation in ...
  • Report: Trump planning Export-Import Bank revival
    The White House is planning moves that would breathe new life into the long-dormant U.S. Export-Import Bank, according to a recent report f...
  • House passes several bills to restrict drug imports
    The House last week passed several bills that aim to restrict drug imports. It is now up to the Senate to decide on any action to advance ...
  • Container industry '18 forecast 'breakeven at best'
    The surging price of fuel means that the container shipping industry "will only break even at best in 2018," predicts Drewry, which previou...

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JUNE 18, 2018
  • Oil complex rallies despite China/US trade tension
    The oil complex strengthened steadily into the US afternoon Monday ahead of June 22's meeting in Vienna between OPEC members and key non-OPEC producer Russia
  • Bunkering restrictions in Malta lifted as weather improves: port authority
    Weather-related interruptions to bunker operations at Malta have been lifted amid improved weather at the island
  • Algeciras, Gibraltar bunker availability easing after weeks of tightness
    Availability of bunker fuel at Algeciras, Spain, and nearby Gibraltar was easing Monday, after tight availability that had dogged the market since the end of May
  • Shipping associations urge pragmatic approach to IMO 2020 sulfur compliance
    As blended fuel oil and new products fall outside the ISO 8217 standard.
  • Physical oil markets in flux ahead of key OPEC/non-OPEC meet
    If output cuts are abandoned, there will be more medium and sour crude in the market and an increase in supertanker demand.
  • Trade wars put the squeeze on commodity trading houses
    Leaving many trading houses stuck with cargoes on the water or at loading ports, with uncertain destinations.
  • Unipec faces uncertainty as Beijing threatens 25% tariff on US crude imports
    This will have a big impact on Unipec's business and feedstock supplies for Sinopec refineries.
  • FUTURES 2: Oil lower on trade tensions, output increase expectations
    Market watchers keeping an on inventory data report from the American Petroleum Institute and the Energy Information Administration this week.
  • IBIA advises owners to go beyond routine tests in wake of USGC bunker quality issues
    Further tests found chemical contaminants such as phenols and tall oil.
  • FUTURES: Crude falls amid US-China tensions, ahead of OPEC meeting
    "Lower crude prices ahead of the key Friday OPEC meeting further adds to the pressure on Asian markets," PIG market strategist said.
  • China threatens 25% tariff on US energy, agricultural products
    Duties on $16 billion of US goods, including crude oil, LPG, gasoline, naphtha, fuel oil and natural gas will be announced at a later date.

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In 2025, ships transiting the Panama Canal increased by +14.1%
SHIPPING
In 2025, ships transiting the Panama Canal increased by +14.1%
Panama
The ports of the Central American nation handled 9,915,357 containers (+3.6%)
Last year, container traffic in the port of Tangier Med reached a record 11.1 million TEUs (+8.4%)
PORTS
Last year, container traffic in the port of Tangier Med reached a record 11.1 million TEUs (+8.4%)
Anjra
New all-time high in total goods
PORTS
In 2025, Turkish ports handled a record traffic of 553.3 million tonnes of cargo (+4.0%)
Ankara
Container traffic in Italy reached a new all-time high of 678,715 TEUs (+9.8%). Ship traffic through the Bosphorus Strait declined.
PORTS
APM Terminals will take over the interim management of the Panamanian ports of Cristóbal and Balboa.
Panama
President Mulino urged Panama Ports Company to cooperate fully in view of this new phase
New crop of historic records harvested by Chinese ports
PORTS
New crop of historic records harvested by Chinese ports
Beijing
In 2025, maritime ports handled 11.63 billion tons of goods (+3.7%)
PORTS
PPC denounces the contradictory nature of the ruling by the Supreme Court of Justice of Panama with respect to the current legal framework
Balboa
The company does not exclude the possibility of resorting to national and international legal action
INDUSTRY
Lukoil signs agreement with US-based Carlyle to sell the Russian group's international assets
Fly
The transaction will need to be authorized by the U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control.
PORTS
Panama's Supreme Court of Justice declares the law on the concession contract with the Panama Ports Company unconstitutional.
Panama
Last year, PPC port terminals handled 3.9 million containers
Royal Caribbean Cruises has ordered two new cruise ships from Chantiers de l'Atlantique with options for four more
CRUISES
Royal Caribbean Cruises has ordered two new cruise ships from Chantiers de l'Atlantique with options for four more
Miami
New orders for ten new river vessels are planned. A record financial year.
PORTS
CMA CGM establishes a joint venture with Stonepeak to which it will contribute ten container terminals
New York/Los Angeles
The American company will own 75% and 25% of the shares, respectively. It will invest 2.4 billion dollars.
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
German rail freight companies reject 37% increase in train path prices
Berlin
Die Güterbahnen urges the Minister of Transport to present the promised reform of the fare system
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
FS Logistix increases weekly rotations on the Duisburg-Milan railway line from six to ten
Milan
Two daily connections are made in each direction
PORTS
In the fourth quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Zeebrugge decreased by -4.9%.
Antwerp
For the whole year the decline was -4.1%
CRUISES
Valletta Cruise Port records record annual cruise traffic
London
In 2025, there were 963 thousand passengers (+2.3%)
SHIPPING
Evergreen invests up to nearly $1.5 billion in the construction of 23 container ships
Taipei
Seven 5,900 TEU vessels have been ordered from Jiangsu New Yangzi Shipbuilding and 16 3,100 TEU vessels from CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding.
PORTS
In 2025, Spanish ports handled a record container traffic of almost 19 million TEUs
Madrid
New historic highs also for conventional goods and passengers
First container transhipment operation in an Algerian port
PORTS
First container transhipment operation in an Algerian port
Algiers
It happened on Sunday at the port of Djen Djen
TRUCKING
Truckers from Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, and North Macedonia block borders
Belgrade
Week-long protest against the EU's new entry/exit system
NEWS
Resumption of attacks against ships in the Red Sea region threatened
Tehran
They would be implemented in response to an escalation of US and allied military actions in the region.
New annual record for maritime traffic in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore
SHIPPING
New annual record for maritime traffic in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore
Port Klang
Last year, for the first time, over 100,000 ships passed through
SEAFARERS
New record of sailors abandoned by shipowners
London
In 2025, 6,223 crew members from 410 ships were abandoned
PORTS
Two FMC commissioners call on the US government to take action against Canadian and Mexican ports
Washington
Enforcement of provision aimed at preventing freight carriers from evading the Harbor Maintenance Fee urged
PORTS
Annual container traffic handled by the port of Algeciras remains stable.
Algeciras
A 6.2% decrease in the weight of goods in containers was recorded
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
The EU Commission authorizes Italy to provide financial support for rail operations in ports.
Rome
Incentives for a maximum total of 30 million euros over five years
Shipping companies urge further incentives to speed up restoration of Suez Canal transits
SHIPPING
Shipping companies urge further incentives to speed up restoration of Suez Canal transits
Ismailia
The need to reduce insurance premiums for vessels transiting the Red Sea region was also highlighted.
PORTS
€3.1 million in unpaid regional maritime property fees recovered in Campanian ports
Naples
422 default notices to non-compliant dealers
PORTS
In November 2025, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado dropped by -5.5%.
Genoa
The two airports recorded percentage variations of -7.5% and +0.6% respectively
SHIPPING
EU ETS: Interferry calls for a halt to the 100% charge for ferry emissions in 2026.
Victoria
The vast majority of the revenues from the maritime ETS - the association denounces - are diverted to the national budgets of the Member States.
SHIPPING
The new configuration of the Ocean Alliance service network confirms seven calls at Italian ports
Hong Kong/Taipei
Two at the port of Genoa, two at that of La Spezia and one stop each at the ports of Vado Ligure, Trieste and Salerno
Last year, freight traffic in the port of Marseille-Fos increased by +5%
PORTS
Last year, freight traffic in the port of Marseille-Fos increased by +5%
Marseille
Cruise passengers grow by +7%
SHIPYARDS
AD Ports has acquired the Spanish shipyard Astilleros Balenciaga.
Abu Dhabi
Transaction worth 11.2 million euros
SHIPPING
CMA CGM reports three services on the route around the Cape of Good Hope
Marseille
The international scenario - explains the French company - is complex and uncertain
PORTS
COSCO Shipping Ports' terminals handled record container traffic last year
Hong Kong
Growth of +6.2% over 2024
PORTS
In the fourth quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Venice grew by +13.5%
Venice
An increase of +4.9% was recorded for the whole year
LOGISTICS
Buffer areas to decongest the North West logistics system
Genoa
The proposal is from Connect. Let's remember, Palenzona warns, that the Italian system depends on road haulage.
In 2025, Russian ports handled 884.5 million tons of cargo (-0.4%)
PORTS
In 2025, Russian ports handled 884.5 million tons of cargo (-0.4%)
St. Petersburg
In the fourth quarter alone, traffic was 231.1 million tonnes (+6%)
PORTS
The port of Civitavecchia has set a new annual cruise traffic record
Civitavecchia
A 5.4% increase in transit passengers. Disembarking and embarking passengers remained stable.
NEWS
A ship coming from Russia was seized in the port of Brindisi
Toasts
Alleged violation of sanctions against the Russian Federation
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
FS Logistix takes over railway operations in Area 6A of the Port of Antwerp.
Antwerp
New generation hybrid locomotives will be used
SHIPPING
Greek Shipowners' Association urges EU to take measures to protect ships and crews
Piraeus
CRUISES
Call for expressions of interest for the refurbishment and management of the cruise terminal at the Port of Gibraltar
Gibraltar
Applicants must be willing to fully finance the work
In 2025, acts of piracy against ships increased by +18%
PIRACY
In 2025, acts of piracy against ships increased by +18%
Kuala Lumpur
A 43% decrease in accidents was recorded in the last quarter
FREIGHT TERMINALS
InRail to manage the Interporto Pordenone intermodal terminal for a year
Pordenone
Temporary solution in view of the establishment of a public-private company
SHIPYARDS
Turkey's Kuzey Star Shipyard to Build Shipyard in Syria's Tartous Port
Damascus
An investment of at least $190 million over five years is expected
PORTS
In 2025, cargo traffic in Ukrainian ports decreased by -15%
Kiev
Container traffic grows by 66%
PORTS
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong decreased by 5.7% last year.
Hong Kong
In the fourth quarter alone the decline was -8.0%
PORTS
In 2025, PSA's port terminals handled record container traffic
Singapore
New peaks in volumes handled in Singapore and the group's overseas terminals
PORTS
Chinese CMPort's port terminals handled record container traffic last year
Hong Kong
The total was 151.5 million TEUs, an increase of +4.0% over 2024.
SHIPPING
COSCO orders 12 new 18,000-TEU and six 3,000-TEU containerships
Hong Kong
Jiangnan Shipyard, China Shipbuilding Trading, and COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry win $2.7 billion in orders.
PORTS
The port of Trieste closed 2025 with a 0.7% growth in freight traffic thanks to the increase in crude oil prices.
Trieste
The port of Gioia Tauro has once again set its container traffic record
PORTS
The port of Gioia Tauro has once again set its container traffic record
Gioia Tauro
In 2025, the previous peak recorded the previous year will increase by +14%.
Port of Singapore sets new all-time container throughput record
PORTS
Port of Singapore sets new all-time container throughput record
Singapore
The port confirms its position as the world's second largest container port
PORTS
The volume of cargo traffic in the port of Koper will remain unchanged in 2025.
Koper
Increase in containers and rolling stock. Decline in other types of cargo.
SHIPPING
Taiwan's Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL close 2025 with double-digit revenue declines
Taipei/Keelung
PIRACY
In 2025, piracy attacks against ships in Asia increased by +23%
Singapore
The severity of accidents has decreased
PORTS
The Democratic Party accuses the government of blocking investments in ports and placing the Port System Authorities under special administration.
Rome/Genoa
COMPANIES
Nova Marine Carriers, Bolten and Ership have acquired full control of VCK Port Logistics.
Lugano
Amsterdam has developed its only covered terminal capable of operating in all weather conditions.
SHIPPING
In the fourth quarter of 2025, revenues generated by OOCL's containership fleet decreased by -17.2%.
Hong Kong
Transported volumes increased by +0.8%
TKMS submits non-binding offer to buy German Naval Yards
SHIPYARDS
TKMS submits non-binding offer to buy German Naval Yards
Kiel
The Kiel-based company builds naval vessels and luxury yachts
NEWS
Over two tons of cocaine seized in the port of Genoa
Genoa
Once placed on the market, the drug would have earned criminal organizations around 1.5 billion euros.
COMPANIES
Seatrade acquires strategic stake in JR Shipping
Harlingen
The Dutch company will continue to operate as an independent and autonomous organisation
In 2025, Ningbo-Zhoushan confirmed its position as the world's leading port in terms of total cargo traffic.
PORTS
In 2025, Ningbo-Zhoushan confirmed its position as the world's leading port in terms of total cargo traffic.
Ningbo
Over 1.4 billion tons of cargo were moved. Approximately 43 million containers were transported.
PORTS
In 2025 the port of Ravenna recorded its new historical record for annual freight traffic
Ravenna
Never-before-seen volume of cargo handled in the fourth quarter alone
PORTS
The Sardinian Port Authority relies on the Financial Times' AI-based consultancy to understand which strategies, projects, and infrastructures to implement.
Cagliari
Direct award of an estimated value of 140,000 euros
PORTS
The disposal of sediment from dredging in the port of La Spezia at the new breakwater in Genoa has been approved.
La Spezia
Approval has been granted for the transfer of 282,000 cubic meters to be carried out during 2026.
SHIPPING
In November, ship traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +16.0%
Cairo
In the first eleven months of 2025, 11,620 ships passed through (-4.8%)
PORTS
ABB to build shore power systems at three container terminals in the Port of Rotterdam
Rotterdam/Zurich
They will be able to recharge up to 32 container ships simultaneously
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by 5.8% last month.
PORTS
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by 5.8% last month.
Beijing
Foreign cargoes increased by 8.2%. Containers increased by 8.9%.
TRUCKING
Freewheeling, the increase in highway tolls certifies the failure of the government and Minister Salvini's road haulage policies.
Modena
Franchini: First excise duties, now tolls; a double blow that directly affects small businesses.
TRUCKING
Trasportounito attributes responsibility for the increases in motorway tolls to the Constitutional Court and the ART
Genoa/Rome
Casu and Simiani (PD): But is it the judges' fault if Salvini can't be a minister?
COMPANIES
Xtera Topco will be acquired by a joint venture owned by Prysmian (80%) and Fincantieri (20%)
Milan/Trieste
The transaction involves an enterprise value of $65 million
NEWS
China launches drill to test cutting Taiwan's maritime links
Beijing
Maneuvers near the main port areas
PORTS
In October, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado decreased by -1.8%
Genoa
In the first ten months of 2025, 52.9 million tonnes were handled (-1.0%)
ASSOCIATIONS
On January 1st, the presidency of the UIRR will be assumed by Jürgen Albersmann
Brussels
He is vice president and CEO of Contargo
A Maersk Line ship has returned to transit the Suez Canal
SHIPPING
A Maersk Line ship has returned to transit the Suez Canal
Ismailia
Rabie: Normal traffic levels will be reached in the region in the second half of 2026
Hanseatic Global Terminals acquires 50% stake in company developing new Brazilian port of Imetame
PORTS
Hanseatic Global Terminals acquires 50% stake in company developing new Brazilian port of Imetame
Hamburg
A container terminal will be built and will become operational in mid-2028
PORTS
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Civitavecchia decreased by -3.0%
Civitavecchia
Bulk cargo decreased and rolling cargo increased. Volumes increased at the ports of Fiumicino and Gaeta.
SHIPPING
ZIM's board of directors rejects a second offer to buy the company presented by Glickman and Ungar
Haifa
The board of directors is evaluating other proposals
PORTS
The government has approved the draft bill on port governance.
Rome
At the heart of the new structure is the creation of Porti d'Italia Spa
SEAFARERS
Confitarma: The Revenue Agency's position risks having serious repercussions on Italian seafarers' employment.
Rome
The consolidated application criteria adopted up to now have been called into question - the Confederation denounced
ASSOCIATIONS
Bucchioni appointed pro tempore president of the Association of Freight Forwarders of the Port of La Spezia
La Spezia
PORTS
The tender for the development of the shipbuilding hub in the port of Ancona has begun.
Ancona
The AdSP Management Committee has approved the call for tenders
SHIPPING
ONE's quarterly financial performance declines further
Singapore
The volume of containerized cargo transported by the fleet remains stable
INSTITUTIONS
Laura DiBella's nomination for FMC presidency has been signed.
Washington
His term will expire on June 30, 2028.
PORTS
Port of Singapore saw record bunker deliveries in 2025
Singapore
PSA-MOL joint venture to manage a new ro-ro terminal
PORTS
The port of Taranto was visited by a delegation from the Japanese FLOWRA
Taranto
The association brings together 21 of the main Japanese energy players
INDUSTRY
ABB's new orders in a quarter exceed $10 billion for the first time.
Zurich
Growing demand in the maritime, port and railway sectors
LAW
In the United States, MSC was fined a total of $22.67 million
Washington
The Federal Maritime Commission has released the results of an investigation
COMPANIES
CSC Vespucci and Livorno Reefer will form a single platform dedicated to fruit and vegetable and exotic products in the port of Livorno
COMPANIES
Signal Ocean has acquired AXSMarine
Paris/London
The company offers web platforms to support the ship charter sector
SHIPPING
Stena RoRo has placed an order for two ro-ro vessels in China with options for four more.
Gothenburg
They were designed in cooperation with the Italian Naos
SHIPPING
Shanghai Zhonggu Logistics Co. to Order Four New 6,000-TEU Containerships
Shanghai
The order will include options for two additional vessels
UPS revenues decreased by 2.6% in 2025
In the last quarter alone, a decrease of -3.2% was recorded
SHIPPING
ICS has published its periodic analysis of flag state performance
London
COMPANIES
Michail Stahlhut will step down as CEO of Hupac in May
Noise
Bertschi: Under his leadership, the company's position as a leading provider of combined road/rail transport in Europe has been strengthened.
PORTS
Members of the Ravenna Marine Resource Partnership Body have been appointed.
Ravenna
It will meet for the first time on February 4th and will remain in office for four years
SHIPPING
Messina (Assarmatori): MIT's decree on cold ironing is a good thing.
Rome
This is a fundamental step - he underlined - to ensure that the electrification of the platforms is actually usable.
PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY
Contship has joined the Digital Container Shipping Association's DCSA+ program.
Melzo
Among the goals, improving the efficiency of terminal operations, the accuracy of planning and collaboration with shipping companies.
PORTS
The Argentine Port Workers' Federation threatens a strike at national ports.
The Silver
Action in support of workers at the port of Concepción del Uruguay
PORTS
In 2025, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +0.8%
Taranto
In the last quarter alone, a decrease of -22.6% was recorded
PORTS
Last year, container traffic in the port of Valencia grew by +3.4%
Valencia
5,662,661 TEUs were handled
DEFENCE
Fincantieri wins Italian Navy contract to enhance naval vessels' cyber resilience
INDUSTRY
New facility in Charleston for the production and testing of marine power and propulsion systems
Arlington
It was inaugurated by Leonardo DRS, a subsidiary of the Italian Leonardo
SAFETY & SECURITY
Project to strengthen maritime and port cybersecurity
Brest/Brussels/Rome
The partners are France Cyber Maritime, FEPORT and the Federation of the Sea
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
PORTS
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles fell by 10.6% in the last quarter of 2025.
Los Angeles
A decrease of -0.6% was recorded for the whole year
INDUSTRY
In the first six months of operation InnoWay Trieste produced 170 railway wagons
Trieste
The construction of 600 units is planned in Bagnoli della Rosandra in 2026
YACHTING
Ferretti rejects KKCG Maritime's partial and conditional voluntary takeover bid.
Milan
Strong confidence in the company's long-term strategy reaffirmed
PORTS
Haropa Port sets new container traffic record
Le Havre
Last year, overall freight traffic increased by +2%
MOURNING
Decio Lucano, the dean of shipping journalists, has passed away.
Genoa
His paper adventures are countless, including "Vita e Mare" and "TMM", but also digital with "DL News"
PORTS
Marsa Maroc orders 106 electric terminal tractors from Terberg
Benschop
They will be employed in the port of Nador West Med
COMPANIES
A single binding offer from Dubai for the purchase of the Venice Ro-Port Mos
Venice
The company manages the terminal for the motorways of the sea and cruises in Fusina
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
Contargo acquires 50% of Cargo-Center-Graz Logistik
Mannheim
The German company extends its intermodal network to the Adriatic ports of Koper and Rijeka.
PORTS
The Port of Long Beach handled record container traffic in 2025
Long Beach
In the last quarter, a decrease of -8.8% was recorded
SHIPPING
HMM to introduce AI-based autonomous navigation solutions on 40 vessels
Seoul
Contract with Avikus and agreement with KSOE
FREIGHT TERMINALS
Two new rail connections to Germany from the Padua Interport
Padua
They are operated by InRail and LTE Italia
SHIPPING
Intersea has become the general agent in Italy for the Portuguese GS Lines
Genoa
The shipping company is part of Grupo Sousa
PORTS
MSC and Qatari company Maha to develop and manage the Libyan port of Misurata
Paris/Misurata
An investment of 1.5 billion dollars is expected
MARINAS
F2i has been awarded the concession for the Lavagna tourist port
Milan
The concession contract will have a duration of 50 years
OFFSHORE
Eni launches the hull of the Coral North FLNG
Geoje/San Donato Milanese
It will be used offshore Cabo Delgado, north of Mozambique.
LOGISTICS
Laghezza has acquired a logistics warehouse in Sarzana
La Spezia
The aim is to establish a local hub for local production activities.
PORTS
The Red Sea Container Terminal at the Egyptian port of Sokhna has been inaugurated.
Sokhna
It is operated by a joint venture of Hutchison Ports, COSCO and CMA Terminals
SHIPPING
The GNV Altair ferry has joined the GNV fleet
Genoa
It has a capacity of 2,700 passengers and 915 linear metres of rolling stock.
SHIPPING
Maersk confirms resumption of MECL transits through the Suez Canal
Copenhagen
The line connects India and the Middle East with the US East Coast
COMPANIES
Ignazio Messina & C. has acquired full control of Thermocar
Genoa
The Genoese company operates in the temperature-controlled refrigerated container logistics sector.
SHIPPING
Genco's board of directors rejected Diana Shipping's acquisition proposal.
New York/Athens
The American company, however, leaves a glimmer of hope by admitting the validity of the merger
SHIPPING
MSC will include the port of Trieste in the Dragon Italy-USA service
Geneva
The Julian port will be reached starting from the second half of February
INDUSTRY
De Wave Group has acquired French company DL Services.
Genoa
The company specializes in the design of industrial kitchens and the supply of technical components and spare parts on board
SHIPPING
CMA CGM's TUX transatlantic service will call at the port of Salerno
Marseille
The line connects Turkey with the East Coast of the USA
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
New intermodal connections between Northern Italy and Belgium by GTS Rail and CargoBeamer
Bari/Leipzig
Activated on the Padua-Zeebrugge and Liège-Domodossola lines
PORTS
Cruise traffic in the port of Piraeus increased by +9% last year
Piraeus
Approximately 1.85 million passengers moved
PORTS
In 2025, cruise traffic in the port of Genoa grew by +6.5%
Genoa
Ferry passengers down 3.6%
SHIPPING
Grimaldi took delivery of the PCTC Grande Manila
Naples
The vessel has a total capacity of 9,241 CEUs.
CRUISES
Expedition cruise ship Exploris One to be auctioned off
Nantes
It has a capacity of 144 passengers and 102 crew members.
COMPANIES
SeaCube Container Leasing has acquired Martin Container.
Montvale
The company specializes in the refrigerated container segment
LOGISTICS
Pisano: The Simplified Logistics Zone has great strategic importance for the port of La Spezia.
La Spezia
PORTS
RINA and HPC launch project to promote green ports in the Caspian region
Genoa
Five-year contract with the OSCE
SHIPYARDS
Vard to build four Multi-Purpose Robotic Vessels for Ocean Infinity
Trieste
The contract has a total value of over 200 million euros
PORTS
Hanseatic Global Terminals will become sole owner of Florida International Terminal
Rotterdam
MEETINGS
A conference on congestion in the North West logistics system will be held in Genoa on January 19th.
Genoa
It will be held at the Transparency Hall of the Liguria Region
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
The transportation sector enters a turning point with the adoption of artificial intelligence
Ulm
However, most companies are still in the early stages of this process.
PORTS
Work completed to widen the access channel to the port of Livorno.
Livorno
The width between the two banks will be increased from 70 to 120 meters
OFFSHORE
Nexans sets a record for the depth of laying a high-voltage submarine cable on the Tyrrhenian Link
Paris
Installation at -2,150 meters
PORTS
Funds for Spanish ports to adapt to the use of wind energy and other marine renewable energy sources
Madrid
Program with a total value of 212 million euros
INDUSTRY
CMD - Costruzioni Motori Diesel returns to wholly Italian ownership
Atella
Giorgio and Mariano Negri have acquired 67% of the capital held by the Chinese Loncin Motor Co.
FINANCING
Intesa Sanpaolo is financing the construction of three PCTCs for Grimaldi Euromed.
Milan
The new ships will be delivered later this year
LOGISTICS
Medlog acquires Australian intermodal operations of Seaway
Fremantle
The transaction will be completed within the first quarter of this year.
SAFETY & SECURITY
MIT has updated cybersecurity measures for national ships, ports and port facilities
Rome
A circular has been published which, among other things, introduces staff training
COMPANIES
V.Group has bought the Danish company Njord
London
The company offers the shipping industry solutions for energy efficiency and decarbonisation
ACCIDENTS
Fire aboard the Majestic ferry in the Port of Genoa
Genoa
The flames were extinguished by the intervention of the on-board fire brigade and did not cause any injuries.
COMPANIES
COSCO to acquire control of German logistics company Zippel
Hamburg
Agreement to acquire 80% of its capital
PORTS
Colombo Port Sets New Annual Container Traffic Record
Columbus
Sri Lanka Ports Authority signs agreement with French shipping group CMA CGM
COMPANIES
Viasat to exit British company Navarino's capital
London
ICG to support the Tsikopoulos brothers in reinvesting in the company
SHIPPING
The Palau government ensures the full operation of the Naval Registry
Koror
Moses (BMT): Services continue to be provided in accordance with international procedures and standards
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
In the first nine months of 2025, freight transported on the Austrian rail network increased by +1.4%
Vienna
Growth of +4.9% was recorded in the third quarter alone
OFFSHORE
Saipem wins $425 million offshore contract to develop the Sakarya gas field.
FREIGHT TERMINALS
The decree for the distribution of PNRR resources to interports has been signed.
Rome
The disbursement of 1.9 million euros is expected
SHIPPING
Messina, a Genoese company, launches a new service to Algeria.
Genoa
The rotation touches the ports of Fos, Genoa, Barcelona, Algiers, Fos
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
FS Logistix is the first company in Europe to certify its carbon footprint for freight transport.
Rome
The FS group company has obtained ISO 14067 certification
DEFENCE
WASS (Fincantieri Group) wins torpedo supply contract for Indian Navy
Trieste
Contract with a total value of over 200 million euros
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
FHP Intermodal will become operational on January 1st
Milan
FHP Group completes the integration process between its subsidiaries CFI Intermodal and Lotras
ACCIDENTS
The Coral Adventurer cruise ship ran aground in Papua New Guinea.
Port Moresby
No harm to people on board
SHIPPING
d'Amico International Shipping orders two new MR1 product tankers from Guangzhou Shipyard International.
PORTS
Port of Gioia Tauro: Anchorage fee reduction approved again
Gioia Tauro
A total sum of 1.5 million euros has been allocated
LAW
The Council of State has confirmed the legitimacy of the tender for the new Ravano Pier in La Spezia.
Rome/La Spezia
The TAR ruling for Liguria has been confirmed.
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
Hupac will launch a new shuttle train service between Duisburg and Novara.
Noise
Schedule six rotations per week
PORTS
Ferry docking slots for Piombino and Elba Island in 2026 have been assigned.
Livorno
PORTS
Project financing process for the first hydrogen production plant in the port of La Spezia
La Spezia
Project to provide "mobile" supplies to vehicles such as locomotives and boats
CEREMONIES
The new hydrofoil terminal at the port of Messina will be named after a victim of femicide.
Messina
The initiative to remember Omayma Benghaloum
PORTS
Three new e-RTG yard cranes have arrived at the PSA Venice-Vecon terminal
Venice
Investment of 8.5 million euros
SHIPYARDS
Fincantieri delivers second multipurpose combat ship to the Indonesian Navy
Trieste
Ceremony at the Muggiano shipyard
SHIPPING
In June the Grendi group will equip itself with a fifth ro-ro vessel
Genoa
It will have a load capacity of 3,000 linear meters
JOBS
The employment contract renewal for transport and logistics company managers has been signed.
Rome
Signed today by Manageritalia and Confetra
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
Brussels has approved the loan to rescue the rail freight company Lineas.
Brussels
Sixty-one million euros granted by the Belgian government
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
Green Mobility Partners and KKR Partner to Create European Rail Leasing Platform
Frankfurt
American company invests in GMP
OFFSHORE
Saipem wins offshore EPCI contract in Qatar
Milan
The contract is worth approximately $3.1 billion.
INDUSTRY
Wärtsilä sells its Gas Solutions division to German private equity firm Mutares.
Helsinki/Munich
Bank of China finances purchase of Grimaldi Euromed's Grande Melbourne
Amount of 57 million euros
COMPANIES
GeneSYS Informatica (Fratelli Cosulich) has acquired 51% of the capital of Navimeteo
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
A conference on congestion in the North West logistics system will be held in Genoa on January 19th.
Genoa
It will be held at the Transparency Hall of the Liguria Region
MEETINGS
Spediporto's conference "Take opportunities navigating trade tensions" will be held in Genoa on December 1st and 2nd.
Genoa
It will be held at the Conference Hall of Banca Bper
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Bulgarian court rejects extradition of Russian owner of a ship linked to Beirut port blast
(ABCNEWS.com)
Three UAE Firms Eye Investment In Kenya's Port, Renewable Energy, And Shipping Projects
(Capital FM Kenya)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
ASSITERMINAL
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
SHIPYARDS
KSOE wins $466 million order for four container ships
Lysaker/Seongnam
NYK and Ocean Yield Award Order for Four New LNG Carriers
SHIPPING
ONE's Adriatic Service 1 will also make stops at the port of Ancona
Singapore
The line to Damietta has a weekly frequency
PORTS
Consolidation work on the Riva quay at the port of Ortona has been completed.
Ancona
Thirteen million is the cost for the adaptation of the infrastructure
PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY
Vard has signed a cooperation agreement with the Norwegian research institute Norce
Ålesund
It concerns all fields of research and innovation in the naval sector
ASSOCIATIONS
Energy transition, regulatory simplification, competitiveness of the maritime industry, and port governance are Confitarma's priorities.
Rome
TRUCKING
Federlogistica reports the project cargo's inability to travel on Northwest highways.
Genoa
Falteri: We are facing a real systemic crisis.
COMPANIES
ZIM shareholders reach agreement again
Haifa
Agreement reached on candidates for the renewal of the board of directors
COMPANIES
Merger by incorporation of Degrosolutions into CLS
Milan
Castelli: We aim to strengthen our growth path in the Italian forklift market.
PORTS
Approval has been given to measures to support the re-employment of workers at the Pippo Rebagliati Company in Savona-Vado.
Genoa
Administrative proceedings for cold ironing at the cruise terminal in the port of Savona have begun.
ACCIDENTS
Assiterminal reports an assault on a worker at the Vado Gateway terminal.
Genoa
It is not tolerable - the association highlighted - that similar episodes occur
PORTS
The Management Committee of the Central-Northern Adriatic Sea Port Authority has been established.
Ravenna
It is composed of Francesco Benevolo, Luca Coffari, Tomaso Triossi and Maurizio Tattoli
INDUSTRY
Stonepeak (Textainer) Completes Acquisition of Seaco
Hamilton
It was sold by China's Bohai Leasing Co.
PORTS
In the second quarter of 2025, cargo traffic in Greek ports decreased by -3.9%.
Piraeus
Passengers increased by +0.9%
PORTS
AD Ports involved in container traffic development at Shuaiba Port
Abu Dhabi
Agreement with the Kuwait Ports Authority
SHIPPING
EU expands fight against Russian shadow fleet to include operators facilitating its deployment
Brussels
Five more people and four companies fined
PORTS
In November, the port of Barcelona handled 296,000 containers (+1.0%)
Barcelona
Import and export containers are increasing; transit containers are decreasing.
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