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September 25, 2018
Exim Indiaweb site
SEPTEMBER 24, 2018
  • APL's Eagle Express service facilitates precise logistics planning
  • Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement launches dedicated offshore division
  • Cancellation of Port Congestion Surcharge in Myanmar
  • China-Vietnam-Thailand service to be upgraded
  • MOL-operated/managed vessels earn commendations from Japan Coast Guard
  • SCFI spot rates down
  • Young Logistics Professional programme at FWC 2018 witnesses tremendous response from start-ups
  • Bangladesh govt approves draft agreement to allow India to use Chittagong & Mongla ports
  • Global cargo volumes looking up, shows analysis
  • South Asia's transport corridors seen becoming engines of growth
  • India seen having opportunity to benefit from US-China trade war
  • Liberalisation of External Commercial Borrowing norms
  • Sanction of pending IGST refund claims where the records have not been transmitted from the GSTN to DG Systems

International Transport Journalweb site
  • The ports are key
  • Digital breakdown prevention system for tractors
  • A330-200P2F makes first landing
  • More mobile data about Le Havre port region
  • Operating injury free for nearly five years
  • Gibson named Orbcomm director
  • Nagel-Group inaugurates warehouse in Bochum
  • Lightweight modular cars for carrying railfreight
  • Turner for Iumi
  • Silk Way steps up Zhengzhou frequency
  • US integrator delivering faster in Europe
  • AAL involved in major offshore project in Australia
  • New swap bodies for greener road/rail transport
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Tiger opening branches in China and Malaysia
  • ESC banks on digital strategist
  • BSM lifts Singapore branch to next level
  • Shanghai Airlines' 100th and world's first A350-900ULR

IHS Maritimeweb site
SEPTEMBER 24, 2018
  • US keeps to sideline of IMO 2020 debate - for now
  • CMA CGM wades into row over sulphur cap bunker surcharges
  • BW Group CEO Carsten Mortensen quits
  • Japan's Big Three choose multipronged approach to sulphur cap
  • Foreign maritime patrols target illicit North Korea ship transfers
  • Why ballast-water equipment manufacturers are seeking closer co-operation
  • KVH Industries leads the charge in the sat-com sector
  • Wisdom Marine linked to Ultramax pair at DACKS
  • Massoel bulker attacked in Nigeria, 12 crew abducted
  • Bulker values hold up as buyers maintain appetite

The Loadstarweb site
SEPTEMBER 24, 2018
  • Fearful US importers brace for clearance stumbles in third tariff round
  • Suspicious shippers urge Maersk rethink on new fuel surcharge plan
  • 2M 'white knight' sails to the rescue of ailing Asia-Europe trade
  • Xpediator reports strong growth, rising profit and an eye for the next takeover
  • 'Be more vigilant' message to forwarders on potentially dangerous shipments
  • Swissport expands handling footprint in Germany with Apron acquisition
  • Chinese company reshaping the world leaves a troubled trail

Marine Logweb site
SEPTEMBER 24, 2018
  • L3 acquires autonomous vessel specialist ASV Global
  • Damen Galati floats out Australia's new icebreaker
  • VIDEO: Newport News lands new radar tower during CVN 73 RCOH
  • Dredging contractors praise signing of infrastructure spending act
  • BWTS specialist Optimar books its largest order yet
  • VIDEO: CMA CGM puts cost of sulfur cap compliance at $160/TEU
  • Dutch Dredging tugboat duo named in Guyana ceremony
  • ICS set to publish new edition of "ICS Gas Guide"

Lloyd's Listweb site
SEPTEMBER 24, 2018
  • CMA CGM and MSC announce surcharge policy changes ahead of 2020 sulphur cap
    CMA CGM will review its sales policy on fuel surcharges, while MSC will introduce a new surcharge in 2019
  • Yards in US and Turkey could be added to EU recycling list
    The commission has launched a public consultation as NGOs claim that the current EU-only list has sufficient capacity to recycle...
  • Tanker Solutions refinances 12 product tankers
    Credit facility for $93.7m continues lending relationship between CIT and the LR1 joint venture between Clearlake and Greece's Prime Marine
  • Vinalines to build container terminals in north Vietnam
    The new container terminals will cost around $299m and will be located at the port of Lach Huyen
  • Shippers condemn Maersk's sulphur surcharge
    Shippers would prefer box lines used scrubbers rather than be charged indefinitely for higher fuel costs after low-sulphur rules take...
  • Bright Navigation buys Noble Group capesize
    The Greek owner buys its second capesize in less than a month and its third this year
  • Asset value is our primary focus, says Minsheng Leasing shipping head
    Some Chinese leasing firms are going even further on value exploration by ordering dry bulkers on their own
  • Labour says no deal Brexit would be 'disaster for UK ports'
    Gridlock on the waterfront unless government secures terms with EU prior to departure, Labour spokesperson maintains
  • Greek shipowners back 'experience-building phase' for sulphur cap
    Union of Greek Shipowners says no backsliding on IMO dates but emphasises that bunker supply chain's responsibilities should not be...
  • Ardmore Shipping to equip 18 vessels with Optimarin ballast water systems
    Irish tanker operator to buy 36 systems from Norwegian supplier Optimarin for undisclosed consideration, with some headed for retrofit
  • Klaveness flags up Oslo listing for unit after $45m placement
    Part of the proceeds to be used to equity finance one newbuilding plus one option from Chinese yard Jiangsu New...
  • Tanzania ferry death toll rises to 224
    The vessel's managers were detained after a preliminary investigation report claimed the vessel had more people than it should on...
  • More cuts required on Asia-Europe box trade
    Weak utilisation driven by overcapacity means Asia-Europe trade lane needs further capacity cuts if freight rates are to rise again
  • China accuses US of trade bullying
    Beijing says it is willing to restart trade negotiations with Washington if the talks are 'based on mutual respect and...
  • Daily Briefing
    Monjasa confident in 2020 global fuel availability | China denies plan to ban open loop scrubbers | The Lloyd's List...
  • BW Group chief executive Carsten Mortensen steps down
    Carsten Mortensen steps down citing personal reasons after leading the tanker and gas group for three years
  • Court extends injunction against Djibouti in DP World dispute
    The move comes after the president of Djibouti passed a decree on September 9 to transfer the majority shareholding in...

The Journal of Commerceweb site
SEPTEMBER 24, 2018
  • Mega-ship deployment at NY-NJ scales up amid peak season
  • Electric truck use accelerates, but diesel to keep dominance
  • BCOs urged to be patient as Wilmington port reopens to trucks
  • India studying mid-sea site for transshipment operations
  • Expanded Deltaport rail deepens Vancouver's interior reach
  • Chittagong to prioritize bigger ships to increase productivity
  • LCL providers try to shore up rate volatility exposure
  • Lack of standardization stymies port-to-port productivity

TradeWindsweb site
SEPTEMBER 24, 2018
  • Ship Finance authorises 50 million more shares
    John Fredriksen's diversified owner brings number of authorised shares to 200 million, according to a regulatory filing.
  • Opec predicts up to 5,000 scrubber installations by end-2023
    Oil group still expects the devices to be on 23,000 ships by 2040.
  • MSC latest shipowner to add fuel surcharge
    Industry giant joins Maersk, CMA CGM in passing IMO 2020 costs to customers.
  • T&E: "Enough ship recycling capacity in EU"
    Green group says owners should not be sending vessels to low-cost overseas breakers.
  • Axis Bulk boosts fleet with third Nisshin panamax buy
    Greek owner shows preference for Jinhai Intelligent Manufacturing sisterships
  • CMA CGM follows Maersk with 2020 fuel surcharge
    French line to pass on costs of low-sulphur rules; opts for limited scrubber use.
  • Havila order triggers $123m Havyard payment
    Norwegian yard designing vessels for Per Saevik's new venture.
  • Shipping cycle remains on recovery curve
    Clarksons Platou Securities weighs up trade war, newbuilding price promise and absorbing oversupply.
  • Maersk Line vessel arrested in Tunisia
    Owner says ship held over various claims cases it is looking into.
  • Grounded cargoship battered by waves off Norway
    Four men from veteran Osfjord airlifted off Afjord area.
  • Novatek ships first Yamal LNG to Brazil
    Russian producer transports gas to Petrobras' Bahia terminal.
  • BW Dry Cargo adds to capesize exposure
    Purchase follows first steps into the sector at this stage a year ago.
  • Fearnley Securities tips product tankers for next super-cycle
    Analysts place buy rating on the market with enlarged Hafnia set to shine.
  • Vroon PSV completes emissions mission
    Pool Express helped assess greenhouse gas and methane levels in North Sea.
  • Amazon's Jeff Bezos linked to Stena ro-ro buy
    Tycoon's Blue Origin said to have bought vessel to ship space rocket parts.
  • Klaveness raises $45m to declare combi option
    Norwegian owner's private placement comes in at the bottom of its potential target range.
  • Iran warns OPEC not to appease US
    Petroleum minister says veto will be used if cartel tries to harm national interests.
  • Heavy-hearted Mortensen left with one choice after wonderful ride at BW
    Danish shipping executive opens up on the reasons for his departure from BW Group, his relationship with Andreas Sohmen-Pao and his future plans.
  • Ardmore reveals BWTS problems after new order
    Owner says "commonplace" operational issues have affected series of newbuildings.
  • Carsten Mortensen quits as BW Group chief executive
    Danish executive parts company with Singapore headquartered group.
  • CEO Holger Nielsen quits Samskip
    New management structure in place after long-serving boss looks for new opportunity.
  • Capital Ship Management linked to aframax order
    Marinakis company reportedly signs for tanker double at Daehan.
  • EAS lines up vital order for four boxships
    Maersk's Alianca one of two companies signing letters of intent.
  • Bulkers most affected by US-China trade war
    Latest tariffs mean the equivalent of 1.5% of global seaborne trade is impacted, says Clarksons
  • Argus to launch IMO 2020 LSFO price assessments
    Pricing agency says product designed to capture growing liquidity in Singapore-delivered bunker market.
  • Paxocean sells jack-up rig newbuilding to Noble
    Robert Kuok-backed shipyard group to provide around two thirds of financing for offshore unit.

American Shipperweb site
SEPTEMBER 24, 2018
  • U.S., South Korean leaders sign revamped KORUS
  • Trump OKs law paving way for dredging work
  • Executive Moves: Abu Dhabi Ports, United Fresh

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
SEPTEMBER 24, 2018
  • Nigerian oil unions issue strike notice
  • Supply concerns push oil settles higher
    The oil complex settled higher Monday as the market digested supply concerns in the wake of a meeting between key OPEC leaders and their allies Sunday
  • Oil could top $100/b as market risks intensify: traders
    Crude prices could rise above $100/b as market uncertainties stack up including sanctions on Iran, Venezuelan production concerns, tighter crude inventories and Saudi spare capacity
  • Pirates kidnap 12 dry-bulk crew members in Gulf of Guinea
    Pirates boarded the MV Glarus off the coast of Nigeria and kidnapped 12 of the 19 crew members on Saturday
  • Iranian oil exports could halve due to US sanctions: Trafigura
    Iran's crude oil exports could drop as low as 1 million-1.3 million b/d after US sanctions take effect on November 5
  • Lower Aug Russia fuel oil exports support NWE backwardation
  • IMO 2020 to cause one-off oil demand surge before market adjusts: OPEC
  • IBIA sees most shipowners complying with IMO 2020 sulfur cap
    The majority of shipowners can be expected to comply with the International Maritime Organization's tighter marine fuel sulfur limits in 2020
  • Shanghai, Hong Kong, Singapore LSMGO prices edge higher on tight supply
    The price for low sulfur marine gasoil at Asian ports edged higher in recent weeks as supply tightened amid keen demand in recent weeks
  • FUTURES: Brent crosses $80/b as US-Venezuela tensions intensify

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Alfa Laval Acquires Navtor for $700 Million
Lund/Egersund
The Norwegian company providing digital solutions for shipping will be integrated into the Ocean division of the Swedish group
Boluda Towage acquires Dutch towing company Muller Dordrecht
Dordrecht/Valencia
It has a fleet of 16 tugboats and eight barges
Last month, vessel transits through the Suez Canal increased by +32.1%
Last month, vessel transits through the Suez Canal increased by +32.1%
Cairo
Growth of +86.8% in tonnage and +94.1% in transit rights
Rail, space, and the environment are among the priorities emerging from meetings on the new Port Planning Scheme for the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado.
Genoa
The first phase of the AdSP's listening process has concluded with 65 hearings and over 120 stakeholders involved.
Fincantieri signs agreements with JA Solutions, Navantia, and Naval Group
Paris
Intensive collaboration with the Danish company in the field of advanced modular and containerized systems for reconfigurable naval units
Fewer containers, more revenue: Maersk's maritime division grows with freight rates
Fewer containers, more revenue: Maersk's maritime division grows with freight rates
Copenhagen
In the third quarter, volumes fell by -0.8%, but tariffs and congestion raised Ocean's EBIT to 2.6 billion
From Egypt to Morocco, passing through Gioia Tauro: does the ETS shift containers to non-EU ports?
Brussels
A study promoted by Assarmatori sees signs of transfer already underway and calls for corrections
ONE vessels carried record container volumes in the third quarter
Singapore
Revenues increased by 36.5%. Performance driven by demand for transpacific shipments.
Wallenius Wilhelmsen records a third quarter with record revenues which, however, grow less than costs
Lysaker
Slight decrease in the volumes of vehicles transported by the fleet
Suez Canal: Signs of a recovery in ship traffic in September
Suez Canal: Signs of a recovery in ship traffic in September
Ismailia
However, the repercussions of the crisis in the Red Sea persist
Taranto, the steel crisis continues to weigh on the port.
Taranto, the steel crisis continues to weigh on the port.
Taranto
Liquid bulk cargoes are supporting volumes, but overall traffic is down 5.7% in the first nine months of 2026. Container traffic remains volatile.
US port tariffs on Chinese ships, trade coalition calls for permanent suspension
Washington
Hundreds of associations have written to Greer ahead of the January 9, 2027, deadline. Among them is the World Shipping Council.
T&E: The ETS should become the driving force behind investments in e-fuels for aircraft and ships.
Brussels
The organization's demands for the overhaul of the ETS: more European resources, a dedicated fund, and two-sided auctions
In the first half of 2026, freight traffic in the port of Livorno fell by -3.6%
Livorno
Ports on Elba also experienced a decline (-3.3%). The port of Piombino bucked the trend with a +5.7%.
Cargo volumes down in Southern Adriatic ports in the first six months of 2026
Bari
The system loses 676 thousand tons compared to 2025, almost all between the two largest ports
In the third quarter, ship traffic in the Panama Canal remained stable
Panama/Balboa
However, the tonnage of ships and the volume of goods in transit are growing
Le Aziende informano
Ufficiali di Macchina: l'Accademia Italiana della Marina Mercantile apre le selezioni per il corso ITS triennale gratuito. Scadenza 26 ottobre
Maritime ETS, FEPORT supports cargo-related anti-avoidance measure
Brussels
It is the most effective solution - claims the federation of European terminal operators - to protect the competitiveness of EU ports
COSCO Shipping, revenues +29% and profits +82%: the credit goes to freight rates, rather than volumes
Hong Kong
The trans-Pacific market is the driving force behind the Chinese group's accounts
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings reports increased net income but declining margins in the third quarter.
Miami
APM Terminals signs further expansion phase for the Moroccan port of Tangier Med
Rabat
An investment of over 800 million dollars is planned to build 1.2 kilometers of docks
Port of Barcelona launches project to reduce cruise terminals from seven to five
Barcelona
Review of the concession held by Creuers del Port de Barcelona
Boluda and Samskip, a new merger in European short-sea shipping.
Boluda and Samskip, a new merger in European short-sea shipping.
Valencia/Rotterdam
The Spanish group has signed an agreement to acquire all the activities of the Dutch group and expand its multimodal platform
Indian shipyards on EU ship recycling list, ECSA asks MEPs to approve
Brussels
Call to reject a motion opposing the Commission's proposal
CVC DIF has acquired a majority stake in the Spanish shipyard Cernaval
Schiphol
The Iberian company employs approximately 275 people
Contship Italia acquires the Tarros group
Melzo/La Spezia
All the activities and assets that make up the integrated service system of the La Spezia group are changing hands
Villa Vie Residences' residential cruise ship suspended
Villa Vie Residences' residential cruise ship suspended
Fort Lauderdale/Sihanoukville
The company attributes the ship's grounding to rising fuel costs and is working on a restructuring and recapitalization plan.
Wallenius Wilhelmsen orders four 9,900 CEU PCTCs plus eight options
Lysaker
Agreement with the Chinese shipyard Jinling Shipyard (Jiangsu)
Royal Caribbean posts record quarterly revenue of $5.59 billion. Full-year 2026 forecasts are raised.
Royal Caribbean posts record quarterly revenue of $5.59 billion. Full-year 2026 forecasts are raised.
Miami
EBITDA at 2.53 billion and passengers at 2.68 million in the July-September period
Maritime safety, ETS, flags, and employment are the focus of the Confitarma president's report.
Rome
Zanetti calls for a European alliance for freedom of navigation, a national pact for the transition, and less bureaucracy for the Italian flag.
Global Ports Holding signs concession agreement for Saint Vincent cruise port
Istanbul
The agreement has a duration of 30 years
Sunde family sells Color Line to Stena
Gothenburg
Swedish ferry group acquires Norway's largest cruise ferry company
Chinese ports, the race is slowing down
Chinese ports, the race is slowing down
Beijing
After 25 years of growth, freight traffic is almost at a standstill, but containers are still breaking records.
Lorenzo Sanna is the new president of ANPAN
Sestri Levante
Parmigiani: Regarding the High Seas Protocol, we should return to the commander's paper declaration.
2027 will once again be a record year for the Italian cruise industry
Livorno
Approximately 16 million passengers are expected, with a growth of +4%
Port reform: Commission discusses only setting aside and rejecting vessels
Rome
The Chamber of Deputies has passed no amendments in three weeks. The only exception is Port Authority staff.
Road haulage, truce near. The government releases funds for diesel fuel and structural reforms.
Rome
Emergency decree approved with tax credits, a ban on leasing, and fuel surcharge protections
The fleet of dual-fuel containerships and car carriers exceeds 500 units
Washington
A 41% jump compared to September 2025. Industry investments have exceeded $200 billion.
Green Maritime Corridors: China Leads the Race
Shanghai
Nearly a fifth of global developments involve a Chinese port. The Global Maritime Forum report highlights fuel and collaboration as strengths, while demand remains weak.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports grew by +2.1%
Madrid
Bulk cargo is driving the trend. Containerized cargo remains stable.
The EU invests in the green revolution of the seas
Brussels
From ammonia to e-methanol, from electric ferries to CO2 capture: projects reshaping the future of European shipping have received funding.
Road haulage associations call for an end to roadblocks in the South.
Rome/Modena
After the meeting with Salvini, the trade unions urged Piantedosi to intervene. Ruote Libere responded: listen to the protesters, not repress them.
APM Terminals and Hateco sign agreement to develop a rail freight terminal network in northern Vietnam
Copenhagen
Initial investment estimated at around $3.5 billion
IFM Investors to acquire CPPIB and OMERS' stakes in Associated British Ports
London
Agreement reached for the transfer of 63.9% of the capital of the British port group
DSV, Air & Sea and Contract Logistics drive third quarter, while road transport slows
Copenhagen
Road division suffers from problems following Schenker integration
Decarbonizing shipping: The UK should learn from FuelEU Maritime's mistakes.
London
The UK Chamber of Shipping presents the government with a document with lessons from the first two years of application of the European regulation
The port of Antwerp-Bruges returns to growth in the third quarter, with a +2.5% after two quarters of decline
Antwerp
Containers, ro-ro and dry bulk are driving the recovery, while steel and energy products remain in difficulty
Interferry renews alarm over postponement of road haulage inclusion in the EU ETS
Victoria
Roos: The burdens and challenges of decarbonisation cannot be borne by individual sectors
The port of Trieste recovers on container traffic in the third quarter, but the railway remains in difficulty
Trieste
Liquid bulk on the rise
Record quarterly cruise traffic at Global Ports Holding terminals
Istanbul
Only the numbers in the Eastern Mediterranean and Adriatic region are decreasing
Rheinmetall confirms partnership with MSC for acquisition of Romanian shipyard in Mangalia
Düsseldorf
The purchase price of approximately 138 million euros will be paid jointly by the two partners
Strait of Hormuz: Another weekend of attacks on ships
Tehran/Southampton
First use of RPG anti-tank rocket fired from a small vessel
Port of Rotterdam: General cargo declines in third quarter, bulk traffic increases
Rotterdam
In the first nine months of 2026, 323.2 million tonnes were handled (+0.9%)
The Ligurian Shipbuilding Observatory is born: a sector worth two billion euros and employing over 10,000 people.
Genoa
AdSP, Confindustria Genova and Unione Industriali Savona launch permanent monitoring of the sector
BPA says UK container growth depends on investment, not carbon leakage
London
A report by the British association contests the Spanish Observatory: the indicator in teu-miles does not measure real volumes and amplifies the effect of the order of ports of call
ETS: Shipping accounts for 10% of emissions but pays nearly 20% of the bill.
Brussels
ECSA Study: European Shipowners Call for Triple SMAP Quotas for Sustainable Fuels and Technologies
AP Moller Capital to acquire Portek International Port Group
Copenhagen
It will be sold by the Japanese company Mitsui & Co.
Washington and Madrid's port dispute threatens to escalate into a trade war.
Washington
The FMC proposes a levy of 200 thousand dollars per voyage on ships under the Spanish flag and restrictions on the import of certain products
Port reform: the Commission rejects the governance changes to Ports of Italy.
Rome
Yesterday, the Chamber of Deputies' Committee voted on Article 9 of Bill 2925: the opposition's amendments were rejected; further consideration has been postponed to another session.
Port of Singapore sets new all-time record for quarterly container throughput (TEUs)
Singapore
Marine fuel sales highlight ongoing transformation of fuel market
Two container ships hit by shells while transiting the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton/Singapore
The "GFS Pride" suffered damage and a fire on board, and subsequently sank
Attacks on ships and ports: ETF appeals to EU leaders
Brussels
"We need action, not another declaration of concern": the union calls for worker safety to be placed at the heart of the European response in the Black Sea.
RINA held responsible for the sinking of the Al Salam Boccaccio '98 , according to the Genoa court.
Genoa
The company declares its profound disagreement and recalls the conclusions of other investigations
Peru plans second major national port
File
The port of Corío will be built on the southern coast of the country to also serve Brazilian exports
Attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz and the Black Sea are multiplying.
Sofia/Southampton/New Delhi
Two vessels hit in Bulgaria's special economic zone
Fincantieri and Republikorp form joint venture to strengthen Indonesia's shipbuilding industry.
Paris
The Propeller Club Port of Sardinia was established today in Cagliari
Genoa
It is the 27th Club of the national association which includes over 1,600 members
India's Adani Ports acquires Dutch terminal operator Evos
Ahmedabad/Amsterdam
Transaction worth 2.56 billion euros
Hapag-Lloyd has completed the acquisition of a 25% stake in APM Terminals Maasvlakte II.
Hamburg
Interferry's board of directors has been renewed.
Victoria
Appointments at the association's 50th anniversary conference in Bangkok
DIS reports earnings growth in the third quarter of 2026
Luxembourg
After the boom in the second quarter, profitability remains at high levels
Arsenio Dominguez will continue to lead the IMO until the end of 2031.
London
The Council has decided. The appointment must be ratified by the assembly.
DHL grows in the third quarter, with Express and Forwarding driving revenue and profits.
Bonn
Revenue of 22.7 billion euros (+12.6%) and EBIT of 1.7 billion (+16.2%)
The EU General Court has annulled the withdrawal of recognition from the Russian naval register
Luxembourg
The investment ban and transaction ban remain in force
Italian bioLNG seeks space among ETS, FuelEU, and national incentives
Rimini
Assogasliquidi calls for simpler certification procedures and measures to make domestic production competitive.
Fincantieri and Leonardo reach agreement to strengthen Orizzonte Sistemi Navali's role.
Trieste/Rome
The companies aim to consolidate the industrial and commercial role of the joint venture
Port of Rijeka: Various cargoes push Luka Rijeka forward, while the Adriatic Gate container terminal loses ground.
Rijeka
In the first nine months of 2026, overall traffic fell by -15% to 3.83 million tonnes
Confetra: The government wants to abolish the tax on small parcels.
Rome
Satisfaction with the government's choices in the budget bill
A Port Renewable Energy Community has been established in Taranto
Taranto
Among the objectives, the development of the Apulian port as an energy hub
Filt and Uilt, the temporary port labor system is not anachronistic
Rome
To define it in this way - the unions denounce - means distorting the nature and role of Article 17 of Law 84/94.
New quarterly record for freight traffic in Albanian ports
Tirana
In the period July-September passengers decreased by -5.4%
FedEx's earnings are rising, but net profit falls 68%.
Memphis
The non-cash capital loss related to the spin-off of FedEx Freight weighs heavily
Kalmar recorded a 22% growth in new orders in the third quarter
Helsinki
Turnover stable. Net profit down 14%.
In the third quarter, sales of containers produced by CIMC increased by +30%
Hong Kong
Commercial activity driven by dry boxes (+36%). Reefer units dropped by 28%.
Ports, new investments in Tuscany and Sardinia
Livorno/Cagliari
The 2027 budget estimates for the two Port Authorities have been approved. Highlights include the Piombino dock, works in Livorno, and dredging and electrification projects in Sardinian ports.
Finding qualified personnel in Italian ports is increasingly difficult.
Naples
An analysis by Randstad Research of 13 professional profiles also highlights a marked gender imbalance
COSCO Shipping Ports reports record third-quarter revenue
Hong Kong
In the July-September period, net profit was 102.5 million dollars (+3.4%)
Approval for the 2027 budget forecast and the 2027-2029 POT of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority.
Gioia Tauro
The forecast document shows revenues of approximately 24 million euros and expenses of approximately 88 million
Ravenna native Bongiovanni confirmed as president of the Federagenti Youth Committee.
Rome
Renewal of the federation's board of directors
The 2027-2029 Three-Year Operational Plan for the Central Adriatic Port System has been approved.
Ancona
308 million euros of investments are planned, of which 218 million for the Marche region and 91 million for Abruzzo.
The 2027 budget forecast for the Western Liguria Port Authority has been approved.
Genoa
New surcharge on goods postponed to 2028
DP World opens a temperature-controlled warehouse near Bologna
Bologna
Surface area of 22 thousand square meters
Saipem wins two new offshore drilling contracts
Milan
The total value of the orders is approximately 121 million dollars.
Hanwha brings Philadelphia Naval Shipyard under Defense Division control
Arlington
The goal is to integrate the construction of commercial and military ships
The Ports of La Spezia and Carrara approve the 2027-2029 Three-Year Public Works Program and the 2027 Budget.
La Spezia
Pisano: PTLP concrete and consistent with currently available resources
Port concessions: Regional Administrative Court (TAR) blocks 2025 fee increase
Rome
The appeal of Assiterminal and sixteen port companies has been accepted.
Wärtsilä sees quarterly order increases, but not in the Marine segment
Helsinki
In the period July-September the company recorded a net profit of 125 million euros (-31%)
Montaresi appointed general secretary of the Eastern Ligurian Sea Port Authority for another four years.
La Spezia
Renewal of office on the proposal of President Pisano
Double ceremony for two Explora Journeys ships at the Fincantieri shipyard in Genoa
Genoa
Launch of "Explora V" and coin ceremony of "Explora VI"
Italian CMD passes under the control of the UAE group EDGE
Abu Dhabi/Rome
Cousins Mariano and Giorgio Negri retain a significant shareholding
The Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority presents the new layout of the port of Piombino.
Livorno
Gariglio: A concrete step towards industrial reconversion and the future of Piombino.
FS Logistix has purchased six new CZ LOKO locomotives for freight and shunting services
Rome/Prague
This is the fourth order of this type for the Czech company in ten years.
Port of Bremerhaven: The cruise ship Mein Schiff 3 collided with two container ships.
Bremen
No injuries. The cruise was canceled.
Paolo Moretti has been appointed CEO of RINA Spa.
Genoa
Giosuè Vezzuto has assumed the role of CEO of RINA Services
HD Hyundai and Kiewit to establish joint venture at new shipyard in the US
Houston/Seoul
The construction of both military and commercial vessels is planned
Konecranes' quarterly port equipment orders decline as revenue increases
Helsinki
Kuehne+Nagel's third quarter was very positive
Schindellegi
Growth in economic and operating results in all business segments
Wildcat's race for US defense: exclusive agreement with historic Fraser shipyard
Superior
The Miami Beach fund's operation is part of the government's plan to relaunch the American shipbuilding industry.
Port of Ancona: First single ZES authorization issued
Ancona
A three million euro investment in yacht construction has been unblocked.
Access to the port of Ravenna is authorized for vessels with a maximum draft of 11.00 meters.
Ravenna
Benevolent: it is a fundamental step for the economic and strategic development of the airport
Port of Genoa extends food inspection authorization to PSA SECH terminal
Genoa
The provision of the Ministry of Health expands the categories of products that can be subjected to control
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On Thursday, the Unione Interporti Riuniti will present the ELODIE project at the Chamber of Deputies.
Rome
The aim is to create a digital federation of interports
ABB reports record orders of $12 billion in the third quarter.
Zurich
Revenues and profits also increased, while the group announced a joint venture with Mitsubishi Electric
In the third quarter of 2026, containers in the port of Barcelona decreased by -9.2%
Barcelona
The decline was driven by a 19.9% reduction in transhipment traffic.
COSCO Shipping Ports terminals set new quarterly container throughput record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September also volumes handled by CMPort
In August, the ports of Western Liguria handled 5.2 million tons of goods (+1.6)
Genoa
In Genoa, an increase of +6.1% was recorded, while Savona-Vado Ligure suffered a decrease of -10.0%.
Raben Italy opens a new warehouse in Pomezia
Milan
The goal is to consolidate the positioning and territorial expansion in road transport
Port of La Spezia signs agreement to develop blue economy and security projects
La Spezia
It was signed by the AdSP and the Foundation of the National Centre of the Underwater Dimension
The Port of Long Beach celebrates new monthly container throughput record
Long Beach
New all-time high also in the July-September quarter
The tender for the partial demolition of the North Pier of the Port of Ancona has been launched.
Ancona
The intervention includes the regularization of the relevant seabeds
HMM invests over $1.6 billion for 12 new container ships
Busan
By 2029, the delivery of eight 13,000 TEU vessels, three 2,800 TEU vessels and one 1,700 TEU vessel
Paolo Pessina confirmed as president of Federagenti
Rome
Unanimous vote of the Federation assembly
Negotiations have begun to renew the single collective bargaining agreement for the shipping industry.
Rome
The parties have agreed on a busy schedule of meetings
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong grew by 15.1% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
In September the increase was +25.0%
Maritime training: Appeal to the Regional Administrative Court (TAR) against the Port Authority's fee hike
Rome
ANIFORMAR, CONFORMAR, and 15 training centers challenge the MIT-MEF decree: increases reach up to 149.3%.
The Spinelli Group has opened a new empty container depot in Novi Ligure.
Genoa
Investment worth 14 million euros
Rhenus integrates its logistics services into a single hub at the Padua Interporto.
Padua
The site will bring together road transport, air and sea freight, warehousing and specialized services
A truck driver dies at the Cagliari canal port.
Cagliari
He would have been crushed by a load of large pipes
Maritime labor, Confitarma is concerned about the uncertainty arising from the Revenue Agency's interpretative stance.
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries plans to expand shipbuilding capacity
Tokyo
The company plans to invest 100 billion yen
Trasportounito: The government is crazy if it thinks the road haulage crisis can be solved on its own.
Rome
Application of the diesel cost adjustment clause urged
Emanuele Grimaldi is the new president of the Malta International Shipowners Association.
Valletta
She takes over from Marily Frangista, who has been leading the association since April 2022.
The fourth edition of Green Logitics Expo kicks off tomorrow morning in Padua.
Padua
It will see the participation of over 300 exhibitors and the holding of 30 conference events
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports decreased by -1.1%.
Ankara
Volumes to and from Italy grew by +6.2%
Assiterminal, the flexibility of the PRPs should take into account the relevant market in which the ports operate
Genoa
Cetus Maritime plans to list on the Euronext Growth Oslo stock market
Hong Kong
Acquisition of 16 ships in preparation for listing on the stock exchange
On Saturday, a U.S. jet struck a bulk carrier in the Gulf of Oman.
Tampa
Centcom: The ship had attempted to enforce a naval blockade against Iran.
PORTS
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Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
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MEETINGS
Assologistica event to discuss the Mediterranean strategy for Italian competitiveness
Rome
It will be held next October 30th in Naples
On Thursday, the Unione Interporti Riuniti will present the ELODIE project at the Chamber of Deputies.
Rome
The aim is to create a digital federation of interports
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Cosco Shipping arm readies China IPO to capitalise on global shipbuilding wave
(South China Morning Post)
Rosatom expects cargo traffic along Northern Sea Route to rise 14% in 2026 - CEO
(Interfax)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del Presidente Mario Zanetti
Roma, 27 ottobre 2026
››› File
Ship hit near Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
A bullet started a fire which was later put out
OOCL reports 9.0% growth in vessel-borne volumes in the third quarter
Hong Kong
The increase in the value of maritime freight rates causes a +45.1% increase in revenues
HD Hyundai Marine Solutions to Acquire American Company Goltens Worldwide
Dubai/Seongnam
The company deals with the repair and maintenance of large marine engines and industrial machinery.
UNATRAS to the government: Immediately unblock measures to reduce diesel prices.
Rome
Road transport associations report delays and uncertainties in implementing the May 22 agreement and are calling for an urgent meeting.
Port of Taranto: Gugliotti renews his request to the government for funding for the port's wind farm.
Taranto
The project - he underlined - can neither be scaled down nor postponed.
Attack on a ship in the middle of the Persian Gulf
Southampton
The UKMTO reported that several projectiles caused casualties among the crew members.
Gioia Tauro: Addendum to the updated Port Plan approved
Gioia Tauro
The analysis will allow us to evaluate the Port Agency's employment and staffing needs.
Ships queuing, fuel wasted: how waiting at anchor can save you money.
Copenhagen
The Global Maritime Forum publishes Cargill's test results on 16 real-world voyages. Slowing down and arriving when the berth is free reduces fuel consumption and emissions.
ZIM raises full-year 2026 guidance
Haifa
Adjusted EBITDA and EBIT expected to be $2.7 billion/$3.0 billion and $1.4 billion/$1.7 billion
Gabriele Sangiorgi appointed acting secretary general of the Ravenna Port Authority.
Ravenna
Fabio Maletti's term has expired
Port of Genoa: Messina Terminal workers strike for one hour for a month
Genoa
The company reports that one of the union members did not show up at the last meeting as part of the cooling-off procedure provided for by the National Collective Labour Agreement.
Port of Taranto, agreement to participate in the development of the Valbasento Interporto in Ferrandina.
Matera/Taranto
A logistical-functional masterplan will be developed within 180 days
Attica, the deficit is reduced thanks mainly to capital gains and coverage
Kallithea
First half of the year with fewer crossings and slightly increasing revenues
Since the beginning of the year, passengers and goods on GNV ships have increased by +2% and +5%
Marrakech
Three-year strategic partnership with the Office National Marocain du Tourisme
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