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BRIEFS
January 31, 2020
Sched Netweb site
  • US Coast Guard sharpens teeth to enforce new IMO 2020 rules
  • US President Trump signs USMCA into law, sealing a political win
  • Decarbonisation of shipping industry comes with US$1 trillion price tag
  • Ships calling at EU ports will need inventory of hazmat certification
  • Big banks, big shipping join big climate lobby in decarbonisation drive
  • Cambodia looks to cut logistics costs to keep trade privileges with EU
  • Port of Zeebrugge 2019 box volume increases 4.8pc to 1.7 million TEU
  • East coast ports see growth slow to 3-year low in US-China trade war
  • Two experts debate relative merits of Phase One US-China Trade Deal
  • Panama ports handle 7.3m TEU in 2019 - special dock to be tendered
  • Dubai non-oil foreign trade surges 22pc in first nine months of 2019
  • US, EU decide what's on and what's off the table in coming trade talks
  • Wuhan flu outbreak sparks temporary suspension of air freight routes
  • ANA reduces freighter operations by 51 flights in face of weak market
  • Cargologic Germany takes off as Leipzig Halle sees cargo growth
  • Schiphol's 2019 cargo traffic suffering from freighter slot constraints
  • Dnata, Toll to develop freight at Western Sydney International Airport

Exim Indiaweb site
JANUARY 30, 2020
  • ICS issues guidance to shipowners in the face of the Corona Virus
  • DGTR initiates investigation into dumping of chemical used in dyes & pharma from China
  • DP World Cochin flags off new rail service to Bengaluru
  • Essar Ports registers over 20 pc cargo handling growth in Q3
  • Implementation of automated clearance on pilot basis
  • JNPT hosts delegation from Kobe city, Japan
  • Non-major ports handle more traffic y-o-y in 9 months of fiscal
  • Nitin Gadkari calls for insuring road projects
  • Economic outlook survey sees GDP growth at 5 pc in 2019-20 & 5.5 pc in 2020-21

International Transport Journalweb site
  • Greens from the Ganga
  • New rail service to transport cars in UK
  • UPS expands its facilities in Pennsylvania
  • STG Logistics chooses Paul Svindland as CEO
  • From Iceland to Cyprus
  • Modal shift reduces CO2 emissions by 99%
  • More means for short-sea shipping
  • TIR journeys now operational in Saudi Arabia
  • Frigo Breda sets up new waterfront cold store in Moerdijk
  • Greiwing celebrates 90th anniversary
  • Bye-bye, British airports
  • Montreal enhances its equipment
  • FUSO eCanter to improve the air in nine European cities
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Licence to deliver
  • Steve Bomgardner joins the Bahamas Maritime Authority
  • The (air) show must go on!
  • LNG bunkering operation in Rostock

The Loadstarweb site
JANUARY 30, 2020
  • Bellyhold cargo stays on the ground as more airlines suspend China services
  • Air cargo market 2019: 'a cause of concern' for carriers, says WorldACD
  • CH Robinson chiefs put a brave face on 'well below-target' Q4 and FY 2019 results
  • Hamburg set to see more ULCV calls as Elbe 'passing box' is completed
  • US trucking and intermodal players still finding the business an uphill struggle
  • Joe O'Donnell appointed new head of policy at the Rail Freight Group
  • UPS hurls near-blizzard of new services at the market ahead of Q4 results
  • Coronavirus a real threat to the global drug supply
  • Supply chain radar: January - the time of year for a Gefco float story
  • Supply chain radar: K+N bulls give in, DSV holds up (barely) as coronavirus takes centre stage

Marine Logweb site
JANUARY 30, 2020
  • IMO 2020: Debunkering deadline looms
    Although the IMO 2020 transition to low sulfur fuels has so far been smooth, U.K.-based law firm Hill Dickinson notes some issues are arising over the margin for error in testing the
  • Offshore wind: Port of Virginia and Ørsted in lease agreement
    Virginia Governor Ralph Northam this week announced an agreement for Ørsted to lease a portion of the Portsmouth Marine Terminal for offshore wind staging materials and equipment. The agreement was ratified January
  • Brazilian-built PLSV gets contract after being in lay-up since 2018
    DOF ASA reports that the Brazilian-built pipelay support vessel (PLSV) Skandi Vitoria, has been awarded a contract with TechnipFMC. The contract will commence in January with a validity of two years plus
  • Damen converts 2013-built PSV into a fish feed carrier
    Norwegian fish feed distribution specialist Eidsvaag has contracted Damen Shipyards to convert a platform supply vessel into a fish feed carrier. "One of the main things that made Damen stand out as
  • All American Marine awarded Phase I deal for MLB SLEP program
    Birdon America, Inc. has named All American Marine, Inc. (AAM), Bellingham, Wash., as the West Coast shipyard for Phase I of the U.S. Coast Guard 47-foot motor lifeboat (MLB) Service Life Extension
  • Kirby to acquire Savage tank barge and towboat fleet
    Houston-headquartered Kirby Corporation (NYSE: KEX) reports that it has signed of a definitive agreement to acquire the inland tank barge and towboat fleet of Savage Inland Marine for approximately $278 million in

Lloyd's Listweb site
JANUARY 30, 2020
  • French lender signs up to the Poseidon Principles
    French investment bank joins lenders in aligning financing policies to shipping with international environmental targets
  • Banks urge shipowners to comply with 'what society wants'
    The Poseidon Principles are only a first step. Bank lenders are warning ship operators that in relation to the climate...
  • Concordia buoyant on product tanker market prospects
    Tough couple of years is followed by long-awaited recovery in 2020 that could carry over into next year
  • UK takes control of shipping protection in Gulf
    Royal Navy formally takes command at a ceremony in Bahrain, where the US Fifth Fleet is based, and will remain...
  • Stolt-Nielsen sees 'gradual upturn' in chemical tankers
    Stolt-Nielsen's net profit grew to $5.53m in the fourth quarter of 2019, but annual profits fell.
  • Singapore reports coronavirus case in seafarer
    The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore has been conducting temperature screening at all sea checkpoints since last week
  • Yangtze river port calls fall following coronavirus outbreak
    Additional blank sailings announced as WHO considers whether to declare emergency status over virus outbreak
  • Wärtsilä expects improved scrubber activity but warns of installation delays
    The Finnish firm experienced a difficult year in 2019 because vessel contracting was lower than expected and overrun costs took...
  • Vale confirms expiry of COAs linked to converted VLOCs
    The new COAs linked to the newer ships are part of Vale's strategy to lower both freight costs and emissions
  • Euronav signals tanker market recovery keeping momentum into new year
    The imposition of US sanctions against China's Cosco effectively removed a huge chunk of the market in September 2019 and...
  • Lloyd's List Global Awards 2019: Celebrating success in shipping
    For 23 years, Lloyd's List has sought to promote innovation, excellence and leadership in shipping across the globe through its...
  • Lloyd's List Global Awards 2019: The winners
    The Lloyd's List Global Awards are the culmination of the Lloyd's List Excellence in Shipping Awards 2019
  • Costamare in talks for more scrubber-linked charters
    US-listed containership owner says interest in scrubbers among carriers remains high, while retrofit delays at yards are manageable
  • Daily Briefing
    Free to read: Converted VLOCs exit fleet as Brazil said to step up checks | Dry bulk market faces uncertainty...
  • Physical market weakness pulls back LNG shipping
    LNG shipping rates have constantly declined and were last assessed at almost half winter peak levels
  • Maritime union criticises Australian response to coronavirus
    At present, merchant vessels are only required to self-declare any quarantine or biosecurity threats before arrival into Australia
  • Crew evacuated after tanker fire in Gulf
    An investigation into the cause of the fire is in progress

The Journal of Commerceweb site
JANUARY 30, 2020
  • Post-Lunar New Year's container lull to last into March
  • UPS sees big opportunity in small business
  • North Carolina's Wilmington to be 14,000-TEU ship ready in March
  • Intermarine brand resurrected in Zeamarine restructuring
  • CEO Vachon to retire from Port Montreal after 30 years
  • Shippers, LTL carriers closer to digital bills of lading
  • Hamburg widens Elbe 'passing box' to boost mega-ship access
  • Rate levels show limited low-sulfur cost recovery: analysts
  • Portchain lands Tanjung Pelepas as first major port customer

TradeWindsweb site
JANUARY 30, 2020
  • 'He'd buy you a shirt in every colour'
  • Euronav's de Stoop sees 'positive sides' to coronavirus scare
  • Evermore Global shows Genco position
  • Kirby to buy Savage Inland Marine's 90 inland barges
  • Bimco bans staff travel to Asia due to coronavirus
  • De Stoop: Secondhand VLCC price spike very difficult to justify
  • BPI France signs up to the Poseidon Principles
  • Concordia Maritime refinances fleet as boom begins to kick in
  • Stolt-Nielsen Gas banks $11m profit in Avance Gas exit
  • Coronavirus scares hit Costa Cruises vessel and CMA CGM boxship
  • Another one bites the dust at Noble as owning exit continues
  • Stolt-Nielsen seals higher contract renewals for first time since 2016
  • Wartsila: Scrubber demand softening but more orders likely this year
  • Wilmar International strikes $136m deal for product tankers at Dae Sun
  • Decade-high rates send Euronav profit soaring
  • Dozing party boat master fined after police patrol boat prang
  • Royal Caribbean cancels three China sailings due to coronavirus

American Shipperweb site
JANUARY 30, 2020
  • Kirby's inland-barge consolidation push continues
    Kirby, already America's largest river-barge transporter of petroleum, gets bigger still.
  • Does UPS have too much Amazon business?
    Too much Amazon traffic may spoil the Brown broth
  • USA Truck's losses accelerate as 'organizational changes' continue
    USA Truck reports another worse-than-expected loss as it revamps the company.
  • CBP rakes in record $72 billion in duties for fiscal year 2019
    U.S. Customs and Border Protection said the 73% collected-duty increase over last year was mostly the result of ongoing punitive import duties on steel, aluminum...
  • ArcBest makes its numbers but the quarter overall is weak
    Most key metrics were lower for the LTL carrier/brokerage company.
  • TRATON makes unsolicited $2.9 billion bid to buy rest of Navistar
    TRATON makes long-expected move to take over Navistar despite claiming disinterest. Navistar says it will take a look at the offer.
  • Meritor wins heavy-duty truck electrification business from PACCAR
    As more of its drivetrain business moves to electrification, Meritor focuses on integrating recent acquisitions TransPower and AxleTech.
  • Amazon crushes away fourth-quarter earnings estimates; stock soars after hours
    Amazon blows past analysts' EPS estimates for q4
  • Daseke sees smaller loss in fourth quarter, restructuring 'on schedule'
    Daseke updates guidance, lowering the expected fourth-quarter loss. The company's restructuring remains on track.
  • WHO declares coronavirus a public health emergency, but doesn't urge travel ban
    The World Health Organization's leadership went out of its way to praise China for its handling of the deadly outbreak.
  • Excess capacity and bad earnings sink the DHL Supply Chain PPI this week
    This week's DHL Supply Chain Pricing Power Index: 30 (Shippers) Last week's DHL Supply Chain Pricing Power Index: 35 (Shippers) Three-month DHL Supply Chain Pricing...
  • How coronavirus crisis affects tanker shipping and stocks
    Tanker giant Euronav warns of fallout from coronavirus crisis.
  • AscendTMS enables users to make parking reservations within TMS
    AscendTMS is the first TMS to allow users to reserve parking for drivers inside the system, thanks to a collaboration with TruckPark.
  • AB5 may be especially tough on older Hispanic drivers, fleet owner says
    California owner-operators argue their livelihoods are at stake under new labor law.
  • Echo Global rolls out Preferred Lanes, Suggested Loads on EchoDrive platform
    Echo Global adds features that suggest loads along favored lanes for carriers using its EchoDrive platform.
  • Freight Futures daily curve: 1/30
    Trucking Freight Futures end Wednesday little changed as lanes in the West continue to diverge.
  • Commentary: Drug smuggling increases on the high seas
    Ben Thrower writes about the increased use of cargo ships to smuggle drugs.
  • Canadian Pacific sees volume opportunities
    A short line acquisition in Atlantic Canada and enhanced crude oil production in western Canada could boost rail volumes in the coming years, executive said.
  • Boeing 777X will have more belly capacity than current 777s
    Boeing is planning to begin 777X deliveries next year, but it is unclear when airlines will begin flying the new widebody.
  • Mack Trucks adds first medium-duty in two decades
    Mack is back in medium-duty trucks with its first offering in two decades coming this summer from a new plant near Roanoke, Virginia.
  • Mobility technology company Aptiv registers slow Q4 growth amid GM labor strike
    Aptiv's Q4 2019 U.S. revenue stood at $3.6 billion, a decrease of 1% year-over-year.
  • Boeing, key supplier agree on slow restart to 737 MAX production
    Boeing's 737 MAX production won't come rushing back as soon as regulators lift the aircraft's flight ban. Slow and steady is the plan.
  • Volatile weather keeping Northwest freight region on its toes (with forecast video)
    Reefer rejections remain high, but oscillate as weather changes.
  • Volvo reports drop in truck orders, net sales in fourth quarter
    Volvo Group reported a significant jump in its fourth-quarter income, but truck orders and net sales declined compared with 2018 numbers.
  • Roadrunner's LTL division slashes delivery times in multiple lanes
    Upgrading docking, a new Northeast hub to come and the "weekend advantage" all played a role in the improvements
  • Landstar still waiting on inflection in demand and capacity (with video)
    Market softness, excess capacity, weak demand and soaring insurance costs and claims were the near-term challenges highlighted on Landstar's conference call.
  • Commentary: Who pays for IMO 2020?
    Darren Prokop writes about the implementation of IMO 2020 and how its costs will be absorbed and/or passed along...
  • WTT?!? weekday wrap: Air Cargo 2020 loaded for takeoff [with videos]
    In case you weren't able to catch our live broadcasts from Music City at the Air Cargo Conference at the top of this week, don't...
  • US rail traffic slumps again
    The drop comes as the Class I railroads look to the second half of 2020 for volume growth.
  • Today's Pickup: UPS partners with self-driving startup Waymo to deliver parcels
    UPS partners with Waymo for delivery; Coronavirus could decline Chinese production; research breakout in fuel cell technology
  • FreightWaves TV Fireside Chat with Susy Schoneberg at Air Cargo 2020 [with video]
    At the Air Cargo 2020 Conference in Nashville, Tennessee, we had the opportunity to catch up with Susy Schoneberg, head of Flexport.org, for one of...
  • Parade helps Jones Logistics move to digital brokerage operation
    Open-deck logistics provider Jones Logistics turned to AI-powered solution from Parade to build a digital brokerage for load management
  • US Class I railroads eye intermodal lane opportunities
    Union Pacific opens lanes, while Norfolk Southern talks lane opportunities to take market share from trucks.
  • UPS posts solid fourth-quarter operating results; net income hit by pension, legal, operating charges
    UPS posts largely expected Q4 results as operating gains and nontax and after-tax charges cancel each other on the bottom line.
  • Maritime History Notes: Dry cargo on tankers
    Over the years, hundreds of tankers were employed in the grain trades.
  • Marathon CEO predicts 'stair-step' of diesel margins in response to IMO 2020
    Head of giant independent refiner not surprised by lack of movement this early in the regulation.

The Bunker Bulletinweb site
JANUARY 30, 2020
  • WAF freight rates eastward down 40% in Jan amid post-IMO 2020 adjustments
    Freight rates from the West African region heading towards the Far East have dropped considerably in the large tanker market segment over the last three weeks, amid adjustments in the shipping industry after the launch of the new International Maritime Organization sulfur regulations at the start of the year.
  • Competitive prices buoy S Korean bunker market amid waning demand overseas
    Demand for bunker fuel in South Korea remained robust amid competitive prices, even as demand for the compliant low sulfur marine fuel dropped significantly across other Asian ports.
  • ARA diesel, gasoil stocks rise 6.3% on week amid soft ULSD, heating oil demand
    Diesel and gasoil inventories in the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp trading hub increased by 6.3% on the week to 2.548 million mt as of Wednesday, Insights Global data released Thursday showed.
  • Genco completes scrubbers program for Capesize fleet to comply with IMO 2020
    The scrubbers were installed on the entire Capesize fleet by January 17, the company said.
  • Singapore delivered marine fuel 0.5%S outpaces Fujairah; widest gap since July 2019
    Singapore delivered marine fuel 0.5%S climbed at a faster pace as compared with the same grade in Fujairah on Wednesday, S&P Global Platts data showed, expanding the gap between the two to the widest since Platts first started assessing the grade on July 1, 2019.
  • China set to slash crude throughput, imports as coronavirus dents consumption
    Singapore delivered marine fuel 0.5%S climbed at a faster pace as compared with the same grade in Fujairah on Wednesday, S&P Global Platts data showed, expanding the gap between the two to the widest since Platts first started assessing the grade on July 1, 2019.
  • Argentina extends diesel, gasoline price freeze until end of February
    Argentina's government said Thursday it has extended a freeze on diesel and gasoline prices until the end of February, as it tries to reel in one of the highest inflation rates in the world.
  • Low sulfur marine fuels getting less viscous in Asia on cheaper gasoil
    An increased use of relatively cheaper gasoil in blending is leading to a broader decline in viscosity levels for IMO-compliant low-sulfur marine fuels being traded in Asia, industry sources said this week.
  • Oil futures resume slide as virus spread prompts demand concerns
    Oil futures settled lower Thursday amid demand destruction concerns following the further global spread of coronavirus.

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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
Rome
Applause from the United Interports Union
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.
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation
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.
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
SHIPPING
Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14
Beijing
Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports
PORTS
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.
Ankara
Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)
SHIPPING
Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue
Taipei/Keelung
In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded
SHIPPING
ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework
Brussels
Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.
ASSOCIATIONS
Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector
Rome
SHIPPING
d'Amico International Shipping's quarterly financial results decline
Luxembourg
Mottola Crossbow: The fundamentals of the tanker industry remain solid.
COMPANIES
ICTSI posts record quarterly financial and operating performance
Manila
In the period July-September, container traffic in the group's terminals grew by +12.3%
COMPANIES
Denmark's DFDS to cut 400 jobs
Copenhagen
The group is looking for a new CEO. Record revenues were recorded in the July-September quarter.
LOGISTICS
CEVA Logistics has completed the acquisition of Turkey's Borusan Logistics.
Marseille
Operation worth 383 million dollars
LOGISTICS
1,100 cars from the Chinese car manufacturer Dongfeng were unloaded in the port of Livorno
Livorno
Traffic is managed through the "Il Faldo" logistics area operated by XCA
TRUCKING
Assiterminal, the MIT note clarifies that the 90-minute grace period applies only to waiting times
Rome/Genoa
Ferrari: The Conference of Port Authority Presidents could consider a sort of national program agreement.
COMPANIES
Harren assigns a single brand to its heavy lift companies
Bremen
The fleet of 80 vessels will be operated under the single SAL brand.
SHIPPING
Wallenius Wilhelmsen's revenues fell by 2% in the third quarter.
Lysaker
Net profit was $280 million (+8%)
PORTS
ESPO has presented its new annual environmental report
Brussels
Climate change remains the top priority for European ports to address
PORTS
Over €60 million from the PNRR for the ports of Naples and Salerno
Rome
Rixi: Let's make more effective use of European resources and accelerate the implementation of strategic projects.
EDUCATION
Agreement between Escola Europea and DLTM to promote international mobility and maritime training
La Spezia
Synergies between the Ligurian maritime cluster and the port and training community of Barcelona
SHIPPING
CMA CGM to register ten new 24,212 TEU containerships in the French International Register
Marseille/Copenhagen
LOGISTICS
UPS has completed its acquisition of Canada's Andlauer Healthcare Group.
Atlanta/Toronto
Operation worth 1.6 billion dollars
MEETINGS
The National Maritime Fund has organised a meeting with the ITS Mare and the maritime training centres
Rome
It will be held on December 3rd in Rome
CRUISES
Two MSC Cruises Musica-class cruise ships undergoing refurbishment in Malta
Geneva
Work at Palumbo Malta Shipyard includes the construction of new suites
PORTS
Increase in freight traffic in Tuscan ports over the past six months
Livorno
In the first six months of 2025, growth of +2.0% was recorded in Livorno and +4.9% in Piombino
INDUSTRY
Kalmar closes the third quarter with higher financial results and lower orders
Helsinki
The contribution of the services segment offset the lower performance of equipment sales
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
SHIPPING
COSCO Strengthens Its Bulk Fleet with Orders for 29 Vessels
Shanghai
Orders worth a total of over $1.7 billion for 23 bulk carriers and six VLCCs
PORTS
Tito Vespasiani has been appointed Secretary General of the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority.
Genoa
The 2026 budget and the 2026-2028 three-year operational plan were approved.
CRUISES
Assiterminal: Technical roundtable on cruise tourism is a success.
Genoa
An important step - Cognolato highlighted - to enhance the territories and promote an integrated vision of the sector.
PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY
Fincantieri signs agreement to develop Saudi Arabia's maritime ecosystem
Trieste
It was signed with the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources of Riyadh
SHIPPING
Yang Ming Signs Contracts for Six New 8,000 TEU Container Ships
Keelung
They will be delivered from 2028 and will replace 5,500 TEU ships
PORTS
Rijeka Gateway Terminal officially opened
River
It is operated by the joint venture between APM Terminals and Enna Logic
PORTS
New historical records for quarterly traffic of goods and passengers in Albanian ports
Tirana
2.25 million tons of cargo (+16.7%) and 1.01 million people (+6.4%) moved
PORTS
The Management Committee of the Southern Adriatic Port Authority takes shape
Bari
The designations of some local administrations are still missing
PORTS
The Senate's VIII Commission approved the appointment of eight Port System Authority presidents.
Rome
Parliamentary process completed
COMPANIES
Carole Montarsolo has been appointed general manager of GNV Morocco
Genoa
Know-how from over ten years of relationships and direct presence in the area
PORTS
The concession term for Metal Carpenteria in the port of Crotone has been extended.
Gioia Tauro
The deadline has been extended to November 14, 2033
PORTS
In the period July-September, freight traffic in Tunisian ports grew by +5.4%
La Goulette
Cruise passengers decreased by -10.5%
INDUSTRY
Wärstilä Corporation closed the third quarter with sales of over 1.6 billion euros (-5.0%)
Helsinki
LOGISTICS
UPS's latest quarterly financial performance declines
Atlanta
Revenues down by -3.7%
ASSOCIATIONS
Götz Becker appointed chairman of Interferry
Victoria
The president is Supapan Pichaironarongsongkram, who takes over from Guido Grimaldi
PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY
Accelleron and LAB021 partner to develop digital solutions to improve fleet operational efficiency.
PORTS
The 2026 budget forecast for the Sardinian Sea Port Authority has been approved.
Cagliari
Among the objectives, the strengthening of operational infrastructures on land and dredging
MEETINGS
Conference on the culture of prevention in the Italian logistics supply chain
Rome
Organized by Sanilog, it will be held on November 13th in Rome
SHIPPING
The PCTC Grande Melbourne was christened and delivered to the Grimaldi Group in China.
Naples
It has a capacity of 9,241 CEUs
CRUISES
A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026
Catania
In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.
PORTS
Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.
Barcelona/Algeciras
In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded
PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
PORTS
Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.
Rome
The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.
LOGISTICS
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
INDUSTRY
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
SHIPPING
GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China
Genoa
It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.
PORTS
A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.
Vado Ligure
Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata
SHIPPING
Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement
Naples
Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports
PORTS
The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.
Gioia Tauro
Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.
PORTS
The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.
La Spezia
The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"
PORTS
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
MEETINGS
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
INDUSTRY
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
ASSOCIATIONS
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
PORTS
Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.
Valencia
In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%
PORTS
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.
Long Beach
Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.
PORTS
Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.
Genoa
Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.
SHIPPING
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
MARITIME SERVICES
Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector
Genoa
Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels
PORTS
The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.
Rome/Trieste
Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement
TAXES
Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits
Rome
Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play
COMPANIES
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
ACCIDENTS
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
PORTS
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
INDUSTRY
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
SHIPYARDS
Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory
Ismailia
They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026
PORTS
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
PORTS
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
A 16.3% drop was recorded in September
PORTS
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
PORTS
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
SHIPYARDS
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
PORTS
Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France
Trondheim/Brest
Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest
SHIPPING
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
TRUCKING
IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks
Brussels
They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.
ASSOCIATIONS
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
PORTS
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
COMPANIES
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
INTERMODAL TRANSPORT
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
RAILWAY TRANSPORT
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
SHIPPING
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
TRUCKING
The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods
Rome
A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law
SHIPYARDS
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
AWARDS
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
SHIPYARDS
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
SHIPYARDS
The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo
Palermo
Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan
SHIPPING
In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%
Hong Kong
Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
MEETINGS
The National Maritime Fund has organised a meeting with the ITS Mare and the maritime training centres
MEETINGS
Conference on the culture of prevention in the Italian logistics supply chain
Rome
Organized by Sanilog, it will be held on November 13th in Rome
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December
(The Business Standard)
We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho
(Leadership)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
ASSITERMINAL
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
LOGISTICS
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text moves to the Chamber of Deputies
OFFSHORE
Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years
Palermo
Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.
PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
DEFENCE
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
PORTS
The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.
Taranto
Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas
ACCIDENTS
One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies
Amsterdam/London
Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships
PORTS
Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.
Rome
At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.
EDUCATION
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
MOURNING
Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.
Nola
Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network
SHIPPING
The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock
FINANCING
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
PORTS
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
PORTS
Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.
COMPANIES
A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.
Milan
At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa
PORTS
Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.
Livorno
The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels
COMPANIES
Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy
Milan
It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport
PORTS
GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.
Genoa
The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.
PORTS
Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports
Rome
Meetings organized by Assoporti
TRADE
In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.
Brussels
Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros
PORTS
Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor
Rome
Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities
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