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November 11, 2019

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Asia-Europe up 3.1pc to US$729/TEU, USWC off 3.5pc to $1,532/FEU Port tracker expects US import cargo surge before China tariffs bite ICTSI wins US$93.6 million from ILWU dockers for unlawful practices Seaspan Q3 profit declines 46.3pc, but up 93.8pc in first 9 months Sinotrans Q3 profit slips 6.64pc to US$19.68 million, but mum on sales Oz terminal operators offset business losses by charging more for less 43pc of trucks in northeast US powered by near-zero emissions diesel US farm state of Iowa may host signing of long-awaited US-China pact CMA CGM hikes Pakistan-East Africa rate US$100/TEU November 20 Durban docks first ship on Hapag-ONE new Mideast Asia-Africa service Drones pass tests in busy Antwerp port, readying for urban acceptance CMA CGM announces a US$100/TEU low water surcharge in Paraguay Chamber of Shipping: Canada's Oceans Protection needs improvement Global air freight volumes decline by 5pc in September: IATA Radiation leak discovered at KL air cargo terminal in Borneo shipment Fraport's first 9 months net profit up 9.4pc to US$457.6 million Lufthansa Q3 profits fall 4pc to US$1.2 billion though sales rise 2pc

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NOVEMBER 10x , 2019
Maersk to pilot battery system to improve power production MOL collaborates in developing LNG fuel supply terminal & promoting use of natural gas New cyber security guide published Shipbuilding industry to get a boost with ship design & model testing centre coming up, says Shipping Minister DGTR recommends imposition of anti-subsidy duty on imports of copper wire rods from 4 nations BIMSTEC ports conclave sees MoUs inked to boost India's Act East Policy LPG terminal to come up at Krishnapatnam Port Mechanised coal handling berth operational at New Mangalore Port Minister inaugurates commencement of 4th season of Costa Cruises' homeporting in India at Mumbai Port PSA Kolkata achieves record monthly throughput & commissions 11 new reach stackers Revised berthing policy & tariff structure at Dhamra Port Portall Infosystems & 21CC Education partner to provide quality e-learning solutions in Indian logistics sector Rich Graviss signs on DHL SmarTrucking as logistics partner Forex reserves again at new high Govt examining possibility of setting up regulatory authority for e-commerce India continues to be among the fastest growing major economies with robust fundamentals, says Finance Ministry in response to Moody's change in outlook Steel Scrap Recycling Policy issued Shaping a smarter future for Customs

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Perfecting the details Longer trains and new hinterland services for Kiel's port New owners for Pall-Ex Group Post Nord: changes at the top Budapest to welcome Tiaca executives next week First US class I railway joins TradeLens platform Green light for Seine-Northern Europe canal De Winter Logistics takes over De Lordd Transport Award for the US secretary of transportation First Asian airline joins new cargo e-booking platform Intermodal operator honoured for green initiative K Line extends its bulk carrier fleet PA airport wins grant for new cargo facility Digital solution for keyless overnight deliveries Rhenus plans to expand its footprint in Asia Chris Porter joins Kukla Beverage Logistics Federal funding for terminal refurbishment at Jaxport "Curiosity of the Day" New all-in-one solution for ULD handling

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NOVEMBER 8, 2019
Carriers eye more FAK rate hikes as spot rate improvement tapers off Bullish ATSG sees A321 freighter leasing opportunities in China Ambitious Röhlig Logistics expands footprint in Mexico with JV buyout Maersk gets onboard as SaaS specialist ZigZag simplifies reverse logistics Air cargo market monitor part 1: data sheds doubt on the 'peak' Trump won't hit EU with threatened car tariffs, says EC president Happy birthday radar: Premium - It's only just begun...

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NOVEMBER 8, 2019
Polar Code: New guidelines issued by ICS and OCIMF Technical developments in ship design and equipment continue to facilitate more and more ship operations in remote polar areas, despite challenging and unpredictable sea and weather conditions. IMO's International Code for Ships Keel for first Flight III DDG 51 authenticated In a milestone for the Navy's DDG 51 destroyer program, the keel of the first Flight III destroyer, the future USS Jack H. Lucas (DDG 125), was ceremoniously laid and authenticated at Fincantieri to close two of Vard's Norwegian shipyards Shipbuilding giant Fincantieri yesterday reported its results for the first nine months of 2019 and, although numbers for the group were good, losses from its Norwegian headquartered subsidiary Vard had a negative Thrustmaster to repower Utah ferry Houston headquartered Thrustmaster of Texas, Inc. reports that it has been awarded a contract from the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) for the repowering of the Charles Hall Ferry on Lake Powell.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2019
Pangaea sells two older bulkers Debt-free units will generate $11m in further cash for Nasdaq-listed operator Greek owners demand 'immediate' action over kidnappings Owners' union issues plea for response to 'unacceptable' situation in the Gulf of Guinea, hinting at wider industry frustration with... Reprieve for Cosco tankers to unnerve investors Tanker rates have already fallen back from the earlier high levels, while investors will not favour another blow from the... Accident report finds naval vessel failed to follow procedures The accident investigation report said in several instances the navy vessel did not follow procedures. It recommended heightened crew training... Shipping could be forced to full decarbonisation by 2050 Former energy ambassador of Greece warns that the tanker segment will face upheaval and will require total restructuring Prokopiou calls for speed limits and goal-based carbon measures Founder of tanker, gas and bulker firms says refiners are using ships as 'garbage dumpers' for residual fuel oil ahead... Port of Los Angeles volumes reflect impact of trade tariffs Container handling at the US' largest port falls by a fifth as national import figures stagnate Singapore to push LNG with new initiatives MPA said it would also promote LNG as a cleaner and greener fuel to could contribute to IMO's 2050 target... Livanos calls on LNG owners to cut back on newbuilds Mr Livanos warned that new LNG carriers will be obsolete by 2050 without new technologies owing to the imposition of... Logistics minnows eye outsourced software to match the big fish 'Software as a service' products that provide customisable software packages to smaller logistics firms could be a viable way for... Daily Briefing Free to read: Winter transatlantic boost seen for MR tankers \| Lack of finance demand leads to more leasing orders... The Interview: George Economou The Greek shipping magnate has just taken his signature Nasdaq-listed company DryShips private after 15 roller-coaster years. A good moment... Dry bulk geared segment to benefit from IMO 2020 Mr Hashim noted that about 32.16m dwt of tonnage in the geared vessel segment is more than 20 years of... Real balances in fuel market may remain unclear until mid-2020 Minerva Bunkering chief executive questions if the large quantities of stockpiled low sulphur fuel oil are reflected in paper markets... Scorpio Tankers says the best is yet to come The company said 18 scrubber installations were completed in the third quarter, with 13 more in progress. The majority will... Gard turns losses round with positive result and zero increase 'We assess our premium based on results in our portfolio over time. We won't look to what other clubs are... Crew evacuated after chemical tanker catches fire off Singapore MPA is investigating the incident and no further details have been disclosed Britain reduces threat level for shipping in Strait of Hormuz Britain has officially lowered its risk assessment for UK-flagged ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz. They will soon be able...

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NOVEMBER 8, 2019
Judge delays $93 million judgment against ILWU ELDs to reset the rate-making clock: TIA report Bankruptcy erodes trust in independent freight payment vendors Asia-North Europe carriers hold on to spot rate gains New pact yields intermodal gains at India's JNPT Schiphol edges closer to solution for freighter slot shortage

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NOVEMBER 8, 2019
Ullman: Fuel price spread still lower than expectations The spread between high sulphur and compliant fuel is not as high as some were predicting, according to Concordia Maritime's chief executive. Kim Ullman, the head of the Swedish tanker owner, told TradeWinds this week that the fuel spread is between $250 per tonne and $300 per tonne. Momentum with Concordia as tanker market 'finally' turns "The spreads were expected to be in the [$600 per tonne IMO urged to target fuel producers for decarbonisation The UN body can put more pressure on refineries to produce low-carbon fuel in pursuit of the 2050 emission goal, some vessel owners say Overseas Shipholding improves outlook for fourth quarter Overseas Shipholding Group is confident in the strengthening Jones Act market and is bumping up its fourth quarter expectations. The New York-listed tanker and barge owner is forecasting $30.3m in adjusted Ebitda for the last three months of the year, a near doubling from the $14.9m earned for the third quarter, alongside $13m in time charter equivalent growth to $89.5m. Overseas Shipholding Gro Ultramaxes can "super slow-steam" on oil until 2043 Based on Port Dragon Bulk's estimates, slow steaming can be more cost-effective than LNG propulsion for the mid-size bulker segment Global Ship Lease gets a lift from S&P Global Ship Lease (GSL) has become a better company in the eyes of S&P Global Ratings. The New York-based credit rating agency raised the boxship owner's long-term issuer credit rating and first priority senior secured notes to B+ from B, GSL said. S&P gave the higher mark on the basis of new charters at favourable rates, extended debt maturities, rebalancing supply and demand conditions and a b Fredriksen group lifts Marius Hermansen to COO John Fredriksen has expanded the responsibilities of Marius Hermansen, who has been appointed chief operating officer at private Seatankers Management. The 40-year-old Bergen native started in Fredriksen-controlled Frontline in 2014 after 10 years as shipbroker in the sale and purchase department of Oslo-based Fearnleys. Shortly after, he started in Fredriksen's management company Seatankers, bas Baltic Dry Index dips again while sentiment stagnates After a fun summer, the party is over for dry markets as bearish sentiment depresses rates ahead of the New Year. Samsung Heavy Industries bleeds more red ink Transocean drillship cancellations have hurt the South Korean yard's figures. Legal settlement allows Teekay Offshore to focus on growth Tanker owner pleased that disputes involving more than $250m were ended for $47m. Fincantieri profit up but Vard unit losing money Italian shipbuilder says subsidiary hit by oil and gas downturn Anglo-Eastern and Fleet Management talk up benefits of being privately owned Growth is good but not at any cost, say leading third-party technical shipmanagers Below-radar Turkish outfit linked to string of tanker deals Medship listed as manager of former Ridgebury Tankers and Novellas Union ships, linked to deal for Pantheon VLCC tanker Hashim: 'pleasant' IMO 2020 bulker dividend coming in January Thai-based owner says slow-steaming and scrapping of veteran vessels make outlook bright Woodside hires six Solstad Offshore vessels for Aussie drilling project The project includes a PSV that will run on LNG fuel for the duration of its contract Down Under. Bimco expands global fuel price monitoring tool to help with 'massive uncertainty' Bimco has launched an online tool that its members can use to monitor the spread in prices between high- and low-sulphur marine fuel at 32 ports worldwide. Fear of fuelling: Why IMO 2020 might not be so bad "We have seen significant fluctuations in the market over the past couple of months - fluctuations that can only be explained by the massive uncertainty about the future ," Peter Sand, Bimco George Procopiou opts for compliant fuel over LNG and scrubbers Dynagas chairman of the board gives robust condemnation of scrubbers at Grammenos shipping forum AJ Rahman denies talk of Norvic Shipping sale amid hunt for project investors Owner of bulker operator is looking for backers to help Norvic Shipping's revenue cross the billion dollar mark New operator Delta targets Norvic chartering talent Henrik Jeremiassen and Mudit Paliwal are set to open Delta Corp with staff poached from Norvic Shipping Monjasa carries out first LSFO transfer in West Africa Danish group also sets up new base in Angola Peter Livanos says he will press 'pause' on LNG newbuildings GasLog chairman calls on project charterers to look at existing vessels as IMO's 2050 target for CO2 complicates decisions for owners Depreciation hits Wilson despite higher bulker rates Norwegian mini-vessel owner sees earning dip in third quarter PSV rates moving in right direction as SD profit rises Norwegian owner and investor posts best result yet as OSV markets recover Iran claims two more tanker attacks off Saudi Arabia Government warns IMO of "unsafe routes" in Red Sea after saying incidents previously described as technical faults were in fact missile attacks KCC's combi carriers outperform standard product tankers Norwegian owner says its unique vessels enjoyed rates 1.7 times those of LR1s and MRs Torben Janholt's Pioneer Marine offloads another bulker News of asset disposal comes as shipowner reports a five-fold increase in third quarter net profit Singapore Exchange to launch LSFO derivative contracts Company says increasing global environmental awareness is changing hedging needs of its clients Maersk invests in return logistics start-up ZigZag Move part of Danish owner's wider ambitions to become end-to-end container logistics provider

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NOVEMBER 8, 2019
California ports say container exports up, imports down The Port of Long Beach and Port of Oakland said exports were up, but imports down when compared to October 2018. DOWN UNDER TRUCKING: Australia's brutal string of trucking accidents A spate of deadly trucking-related accidents has taken place around Australia over the last week. Truck rollovers were a major contributor to the death toll.... Longshore union will seek to overturn $93.6 million verdict International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) will seek to overturn a jury verdict that says it owes $93.6 million to the former operator of the... BNSF Forges More "Funnel" Double-Track BNSF placed in service approximately 2.5 miles of second main track near Westmond, Idaho, closing the gap between two larger sections of double-track main line... CBP officers when you need them A Miami-based customs broker specializing in perishable imports will benefit from access to agency officers for after-hours inspections through the Reimbursable Services Program. FreightWaves LIVE forecast update: Snow, cold and wind, oh my! Do not let snow, wind and cold keep you from coming to the hottest freight conference of the year. Bundle up and join the excitement! Alibaba funnels $3.3 billion into logistics arm as e-commerce demands intensify The Chinese giant now owns 63% equity in Cainiao. Analyst exchange pinpoints confusion over Ballard Power China ramp-up Uncertainty clouds future of Chinese hydrogen subsidies and impact on the Canadian fuel cell manufacturer. Trans-Pacific container rates are up (a little) in November China-to-California box rates are up 16% from October lows, but are still down 43% year-on-year. Workhorse sees Lordstown tie-up creating new revenue streams Workhorse Group signed several partnership deals to leverage its intellectual property in electric trucks and drones in the third quarter while more than doubling its... EasyJet buys Thomas Cook slots at Gatwick and Bristol Low-cost carrier fended off rivals IAG, Wizz Air and Virgin Atlantic Freight Futures daily curve: 11/8 The National Trucking Freight Futures forward curve indicates a a narrow rate range through 2020. AirBridge Cargo completes record container transport Carrier moved 27 temperature-controlled containers on single flight The final step of the final staircase of the final mile Sometimes, beyond the final mile there are even bigger challenges. Here's one story: UPS, in latest density push, pays customers to pick up at alternate locations UPS' plan to pay folks to pick-up at alternate locations speaks to need to drive B2C last-mile density Several rounds of weekend snow to hit northern states Back-to-back-to-back rounds of snowfall could slow down weekend truckers from High Plains to Midwest. Startup easing ecommerce returns logistics raises investment from Maersk Growth London-based logistics startup tailored to ease e-commerce returns. Flashback Friday: Salute the U.S. Merchant Marine & U.S. Navy Armed Guard The U.S. Merchant Marine provided a supply chain lifeline to U.S. and Allied Armed Forces around the world during World War II. As Veterans Day... Survey finds high number of fleets running in-cab cameras Almost half of fleets are using in-cab video or dash cams as well as a growing number that utilize video services, according to a new... Today's Pickup: BYD and Toyota announce joint BEV venture Plus: Amazon Air emissions complicate carbon neutrality goals; autonomous delivery comes to Moscow OFAC: Know your equipment lease end-user The U.S. Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control assessed $210,600 civil penalty against Apollo Aviation Group for violating the Sudanese Sanctions Regulations.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2019
Shipping companies bracing for legal knots as IMO sulfur rules loom IMO 2020 prompting owners, charterers to rework CPAs to factor in performance of scrubbers and use of compliant bunkers. IFO 380 spot prices end week higher in USGC, Panama on IMO 2020 supply shifts New IMO 2020 sulfur limit expected to make 0.5%S bunkers dominant marine fuel. Crude edges higher amid uncertainty over US-China deal Crude remained influenced by continued uncertainty over a preliminary trade deal between the US and China. Monjasa reports first VLSFO supply in West Africa Company plans to sell both locally produced low sulfur straight run fuel oil and imported blends as 0.5% sulfur fuels in the region. External: Global Risk Management

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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

Salerno

Bari

Savona

Leghorn

Taranto

Naples

Trapani

Carrara

Palermo

Trieste

Venice

Italian Interports: list

World Ports: map


DATABASE

		Shipowners		Shipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
		Forwarders		Ship Suppliers
		Shipping Agents		Truckers

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

››› 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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