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December 11, 2023

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Exim India web site
DECEMBER 11, 2023
  • CONCOR & NVVN sign MoU to develop solar projects in CONCOR terminals
  • South East Air Cargo Conclave & Awards 2023 soars high with captivating deliberation, exciting awards & extensive participation
  • Baltic Exchange Market Report (8 December 2023)
  • Cabinet approves additional allocation of Rs 2,500 crore for continuation of Interest Equalisation Scheme on pre and post shipment Rupee Export Credit till June 2024
  • Force Majeure declared at Kattupalli
  • India-Korea Electronic Origin Data Exchange System (EODES) for faster clearance of imported goods launched
  • Digital economy to be 20 pc of India's GDP by 2026
  • COSCO SHIPPING issues 100,000th E-Bill of Lading
  • Average container freight rates down, cost to charter a ship up: Analysis
  • Allcargo Gati appoints Sandeep Kulkarni as Chief Operating Officer to drive strategic growth & operational excellence
  • Empty Equipment Imbalance & Handover Charge at South Africa ports
  • RBI estimates 7 pc GDP for FY24
  • World Bank appreciates India's focus on improving logistics efficiency
  • DGFT notifies ban on onion exports till March 2024

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International Transport Journal web site
DECEMBER 11, 2023
  • More options for shipping to and from Iowa
  • Cathay Cargo from Boeing to Airbus
  • Air NZL electric for freight first
  • A Hero to handle Christmas deliveries
  • A sustainable West Midlands hub
  • Three industry trailblazers celebrated in NYC
  • Freight rates hit 2019 levels
  • RCG ships rail track components to Romania
  • IAG Cargo starts its first Madrid-Doha service
  • Dronamics appoints new chief revenue officer
  • Direct customer support for supply chains
  • O. Brunoni and Allmarine join up
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Vehicles for maximum volume and loading height
  • Vital supplies: 75th anniversary of the airlift
  • John Moseley joins board of directors
  • Temperature-controlled network Down Under
  • Cosco's blockchain e-bill hits 100k

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The Loadstar web site
DECEMBER 8, 2023
  • Carriers pushing rate hikes ahead of new year service suspensions
  • MSC - to be continued...
  • Ex-China e-commerce surge triggers air capacity squeeze and rate hike
  • Cyclone disrupts port operations along India's east coast corridor
  • Amazon faces more scrutiny as US authorities probe workplace safety
  • German rail strike another headache for supply chain managers
  • HHLA shareholder deadline on MSC and City of Hamburg takeover bid
  • WSC to lobby next IMO meeting for tougher emissions regulations
  • 'Speed-dating', a refreshed FIATA and a newly emboldened air cargo industry
  • A nuclear disruptor? The KUN-24AP design concept - discuss
  • Forth Ports group CEO Charles Hammond to step down next June
  • Forwarding veteran Robert Reiter is DHL GF's new CEO in the US
  • Allcargo Gati appoints Sandeep Kulkarni its new COO

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Marine Log web site
DECEMBER 8, 2023
  • Hornbeck Offshore Services files for IPO
    Covington, La., headquartered Hornbeck Offshore Services (HOS) is planning a return to public listing on the New York Stock Exchange and has filed for an initial public offering (IPO) with the SEC.
  • Euronav brings ammonia powered VLCCs into its fleet expansion moves
    With 24 of its VLCCs being transferred to John Fredriksen's Frontline as part of a deal that resolved a long-running merger battle, Euronav NV (NYSE: EURN) has been rebuilding its fleet with
  • COSCO signs up for containership methanol retrofits
    COSCO Heavy Industry Shanghai Co. Ltd. has signed a contract with MAN Energy Solutions for the methanol retrofit of four main engines from COSCO Line 13,800 TEU Camellia class and 20,000 TEU

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Container News web site
DECEMBER 8, 2023
  • EU approves fairway deepening at Gothenburg port
    With preliminary studies, risk analyses, simulations, environmental permits, and other preparatory work now completed, the Skandia Gateway project has received the final green light. The European Union Commission's approval, confirming that state funding for the fairway deepening at the Port of Gothenburg is not considered state aid, marks a significant milestone. Following the EU Commission's an
  • Ramborn and CFL multimodal ink partnership agreement
    Ramborn and CFL multimodal, along with its subsidiary CFL logistics, are launching a long-term partnership. The Luxembourg-based international logistics expert will provide warehousing, customs, and distribution services to Ramborn, the cider producer in Luxembourg. Ramborn, a certified B Corporation, sought a compatible partner sharing its commitment to enhancing sustainability across the produc
  • SEKO Logistics and CakeBoxx Technologies collaborate for government, space and defense industries
    SEKO Logistics, a global leader in end-to-end logistics, has joined forces with CakeBoxx Technologies, an innovator in sustainable transport and storage solutions. By tapping into CakeBoxx's expertise in handling high-value, high-consequence cargo, SEKO aims to enhance its Government, Space and defence vertical. This collaboration underscores SEKO's commitment to redefining logistics in these cri
  • Global bunker indexes continue slight downward trend
    Marine Bunker Exchange (MABUX) reported that the 380 HSFO index fell to US$526.79/MT, the VLSFO index declined to US$655.50/MT and the MGO index dropped to US$900.13/MT. Global Scrubber Spread (SS), the price difference between 380 HSFO and VLSFO, fell another US$12 but remained over the key US$100 mark. The weekly average fell by US$8.23 as well. In Rotterdam, the SS Spread declined by US$7 to U
  • Hapag-Lloyd raises rates from Far East to North Europe and Mediterranean
    German ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd will increase ocean tariff rates for Freight All Kinds (FAK) between the Far East and North Europe, as well as the Mediterranean. The rate increase will be effective from 1 January and will apply for cargo transported in 20' and 40' dry containers, including high cube equipment, and reefer boxes. Far East Westbound to Destination 20' Dry 40' Dry 40' HC 20' RF 40'
  • Wartsila introduces EvoTube® to improve Shaft Line technology for marine propulsion systems
    Wärtsilä has unveiled EvoTube®, a breakthrough in Shaft Line technology that promises to revolutionise efficiency and environmental sustainability of marine propulsion systems. EvoTube® is a significantly simplified system with fewer components than a conventional stern tube system. The inboard seal is mounted directly on the aft bearing housing, and the forward bearing is replaced with a standal

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Splash web site
DECEMBER 8, 2023
  • French engineering group SPIE sets sights on offshore wind with Corell takeover
    French engineering group SPIE has sealed a deal to take over UK-based offshore wind engineering, installation, and maintenance firm Correll Group. Correll stands out for its expertise in the connection and testing of submarine high-voltage cables for the interconnection of wind farms. The company, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Skelton, deploys its expertise in ...
  • BIMCO adopts four ETS clauses
    The shipping industry is facing an increase in new regulations from the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and the European Union (EU). To support the industry, shipping organisation BIMCO has developed a portfolio of new emission trading scheme (ETS) clauses. BIMCO's documentary committee adopted a new emission trading scheme allowances clause for BIMCO's ship management agreement, ...
  • Japan's Kansai signs up for Norwegian floating wind project
    Japanese utility Kansai Electric Power Company has joined Source Galileo, Odfjell Oceanwind and Vår Energi on a floating offshore wind project at the Goliat platform outside Hammerfest in Norway. The project called GoliatVIND is planned to be in operation in 2027, adding 320 GWh of renewable energy to the Hammerfest region. The offshore wind farm ...
  • Liner shipping outlines its four greenhouse gas 'cornerstones'
    The World Shipping Council (WSC), liner shipping's lobby group, has taken on the rallying call made at COP28 a week ago by some of its largest members and sent the International Maritime Organization (IMO) a paper outlining its four "cornerstones" critical to an effective IMO greenhouse gas agreement. In arguably the single largest shipping headline-grabbing ...
  • Prysmian wins $108m contract in Brazil
    Italy's Prysmian has secured a contract worth over €100m ($107.8m) by Petrobras to provide 170 km of deepwater electro-hydraulic umbilicals and the related specialized offshore and logistic services. The umbilicals will be engineered, produced, tested, and delivered in the 2024-2027 period by Prysmian's centre of excellence for dynamic technologies in Vila Velha, Brazil. "This award ...
  • Christen Sveaas slams Solstad restructuring deal
    Norwegian investor Christen Sveaas had come down hard on fellow tycoon Kjell Inge Røkke over the recent refinancing deal of offshore shipping company Solstad Offshore. Sveaas' investment vehicle Kistefos is demanding an extraordinary general meeting to consider lawsuits against the board of Solstad Offshore, and chairmen and general managers of the Kjell Inge Røkke-controlled Aker ...
  • COSCO signs for methanol engine retrofits at Marintec China
    COSCO Shipping has signed up a series of its containerships for a methanol dual-fuel revamp at the Marintec China exhibition in Shanghai. COSCO Group shipyard COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry has selected Germany's MAN Energy Solutions and Finnish marine technology provider Wartsila for the project. The deal covers four 13,800 teu and four 20,000 teu ships ...
  • US focuses on reducing Houthi threat in the Red Sea
    As well as discussing the idea of a naval coalition with allies, the US is looking to turn the cash taps off for the Houthi militants creating trouble for merchant shipping in the Red Sea in recent weeks. The US Department of the Treasury announced yesterday sanctions targeting an Iran-backed network for allegedly providing funding ...
  • Avance Gas pockets $240m from two VLGC resales
    Illustrative of how newbuild prices have shot up in the last two years, Øystein Kalleklev-led Avance Gas has just sealed a resale deal for two VLGCs for $120m each, ships it originally contracted for $78m back in April 2021. Avance Gas has yet to reveal who has paid the $240m for the 91,000 cu m ...
  • Ian Webber to step down as CEO at Global Ship Lease
    Ian Webber, the CEO of New York-listed boxship tonnage provider Global Ship Lease (GSL), has announced he will retire from the company he helped found in 2007. Webber will join the company's board of directors at the end of March with Tom Lister set to replace him as CEO. Like Webber, Lister has been with ...
  • Oldendorff preps a post-panamax for rotor treatment
    Canadian miner Teck Resources and German dry bulk giant Oldendorff Carriers will install Flettner rotors on a ship which carries shipments of Teck steelmaking coal from the port of Vancouver. The Dietrich Oldendorff post-panamax will sport the new kit by the middle of next year. The addition of the rotors, along with other emission savings ...
  • Salvage teams in Indonesia attend to grounded dark tanker
    Indonesian salvage teams have managed to free a shadow tanker that grounded in the Singapore Strait west of Batam. The 23-year-old, Cameroon-flagged ran aground on Saturday and it took through until Wednesday to get the suezmax free. According to TankerTrackers.com the ship is carrying nearly 1m barrels of Venezuelan fuel oil. A total of five ...

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Lloyd's List web site
DECEMBER 8, 2023
  • Dynagas Partners 'positive' on outlook for LNG shipping, despite bulging orderbook
    Third-quarter profits slip but owner is 'confident' in charter profile of six-ship fleet
  • Samskip secures investment for hydrogen boxship
    French investment group Eurazeo will invest $24m in Samskip's hydrogen-fuelled containership that is due for delivery in 2025
  • Top 10 flag states 2023
    Liberia dethrones Panama after 20 years to take the crown as the world's largest Flag State, a development driven by...
  • Alternative fuels need to move beyond the VHS versus Betamax stage
    One was the better product. The other actually succeeded in the marketplace
  • BIMCO publishes ETS shipmanager clause
    BIMCO clauses follow final clarifications by the European Union that make shipowners responsible for ETS compliance, unless there is an...
  • Ukraine's Danube port turnover nears 30m tonnes this year, but demand starts to weaken
    The government still sees the Danube ports as a strategic area after the reopening of the big Odesa seaports and...
  • Angel officers still under detention in Taiwan
    Master writes second letter to president to plead for officers' release
  • Top 10 in ship finance 2023
    Cexim is sending a clear message to grow shipping loans beyond China, despite challenges stemming from market forces, domestic economic...
  • Narrow focus on IMO targets could mean others are missed, report warns
    Shipping could still miss its 2030 IMO target for cutting emissions, even if it meets those for GHG intensity and...
  • Daily Briefing
    UK sanctions four companies linked to 82 tankers in Russian oil trades | CSSC yards flex muscle with multiple newbuild...
  • US slaps Iran with new sanctions amid Houthi attacks on shipping
    Some 13 individuals and entities, including a shipping agent, were sanctioned for their role in channelling tens of millions of...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
DECEMBER 8, 2023
  • Yellow attorneys quash 'going concern' bid for LTL network, equipment
    An attempt to buy and revive some version of Yellow was called "not viable" after a terminal auction raised $1.9 billion from 22 bidders.
  • Port of Los Angeles plans to build near-dock chassis facility, container storage yard
    Although the project site is currently unused, it was pressed into service as a storage yard for empty containers during the pandemic, with as many as 7,000 boxes stored there when it was at full capacity in August 2022.
  • Canadian shippers urge Ottawa to act as Montreal port talks hit impasse
    The union chief representing Montreal dockworkers said the big issue of wages has yet to be hashed out less than a month before the deadline for a possible strike at Canada's second-busiest port.
  • FMC officer dismisses complaint against Hapag-Lloyd over street turn charge
    Motor carrier TCW was unable to prove that street turn fees violate US shipping law in one of the first test cases to see how the Federal Maritime Commission might regulate those charges.
  • Glovis, partners order 12 new vehicle carriers, with options for more
    Hyundai Glovis has teamed up with HMM and Seaspan to spend almost $1.5 billion on new dual-fuel pure car and truck carriers as demand continues to surge in the ro/ro sector.

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TradeWinds web site
DECEMBER 8, 2023
  • European Union updates its list of approved recycling facilities
    Three European yards removed from the list after quitting the business
  • Dynagas LNG Partners believes 17% of LNG fleet set for phase-out
    Chief executive says just 23 of giant LNG carrier orderbook are without time-charters
  • Editor's selection: Shipping's big guns make call on fossil fuels; race on for ammonia orders, and what do Atlantic charterers want for Christmas?
    Our team of journalists bring you the biggest and best stories of the week
  • Jonathan Quinn steps up to new MD leadership role at Avenir LNG
    Founding management team member steps into hot seat
  • IMO gives emotional farewell to 'unique' Lim as his eight-year leadership draws to close
    Outgoing secretary-general hears warm tributes to his skill in delivering on decarbonisation, safety and navigating Covid and political crises
  • Klaveness boss Ernst Meyer says shipping has to be taxed to net zero
    Regulation is not going to be enough with insufficient green fuels coming to market, Norwegian executive says
  • Congestion will be a constant in bulker markets, Trafigura's Cumming says
    Potential disruption at Panama Canal could continue for a year, dry shipping boss believes
  • Greece's New Shipping swoops on Eastern Pacific suezmax
    Greek owner Adam Polemis is linked to yet another purchase of big tanker tonnage
  • Viewpoint: Financing opportunities go beyond COP, it's time to look at international shipping
    The world needs to invest more in climate change, and the IMO has a key role to play
  • Wavelength: Who can stop the oil machine? COP28 and shipping seek answers
    World leaders may make bold statements in Dubai but it is difficult to see which of them will lead the way
  • Bimco publishes blueprint for sharing emissions trading burden
    Move comes just weeks before shipping is included in the EU emissions trading scheme
  • 'Very real dangers': Trafigura's Olivi warns of increasing risks to strong tanker markets
    Trader's wet freight boss sees geopolitical and demand issues as potentially clouding positive outlook
  • Navios in the crosshairs of analyst Mintzmyer over proposed take-private deal
    But influential buy-side researcher sees a 'silver lining' for investors in intra-group deal
  • Tanker brokers calm as Venezuela ramps up pressure over disputed Guyana region
    Consensus is that US interests in oil-producing country make any military move by Maduro too risky
  • ONE boxship to undergo safety inspection after Suez grounding
    Vessel has safely passed through the waterway and is at anchor
  • Maritime software 'cornerstone' Veson looks to environmental tools as key growth pillar
    Tech firm focused on being bulk shipping's single platform is bringing carbon costs into decision-making
  • Hoegh LNG ties up with VTTI on Dutch FSRU plan
    The facility would kick off with LNG imports in 2027 before transitioning to hydrogen
  • Red Sea disruption and winter snows can support MR tanker rates into 2024, Concordia says
    CEO Erik Lewenhaupt identifies reasons to be cheerful for owners
  • 'Committed' Pistiolis builds 73% stake in Greece's Top Ships
    Tanker owner boss has been snapping up stock in the open market and converting preferred shares
  • Swedish Club seeks 7.5% rate hike for upcoming P&I renewal
    P&I insurers are asking for either 5% or 7.5% rate increases next year
  • Cadeler reports 'strong' response to $1.2bn Eneti merger as it lowers acceptance threshold
    Eneti shareholders tender 78% of stock as offer deadline extended
  • Christen Sveaas snaps up more Solstad shares as he tries to oust board
    Norwegian investor now holds 16% of major offshore shipowner ahead of crucial vote
  • Dry-dockings, engine overhauls and finance costs drag down Dynagas LNG Partners
    But six-ship fleet remains booked out until 2028
  • CEO Pistiolis 'committed' after building 73% stake in Greece's Top Ships
    The boss of the US-listed tanker owner has been snapping up stock in the open market and converting preferred shares
  • Sovcomflot-linked unit among UAE ship operators hit by UK sanctions
    Steps were announced on the day Vladimir Putin made a state visit to Dubai
  • Large ammonia ship orders set for lift-off as buyers circle berths
    Two more gas shipowners linked to planned newbuildings for burgeoning fleet
  • Elderly suezmax tanker carrying Venezuelan fuel oil grounds off Indonesia
    Cargo transfer from the Liberty awaiting owner's approval after Saturday's incident
  • Avance Gas sells last two VLGC newbuildings for huge $73m profit
    John Fredriksen company offloads 91,000-cbm vessels due next year for $240m en bloc
  • Oldendorff and Teck to fit rotor sails to bulker in expansion of green initiative
    German owner and Canadian miner expand their two-year-old green initiative to embrace wind technology
  • Industry is uniting to promote decarbonisation despite split strategies, says MOL
    CEOs at COP28 have called on regulators to act to create a level playing field to promote the use of green fuels
  • MOL's windy vision: A fleet of power-generating autonomous ships
    Senior executive offers tantalising prospect of shipping as hunter-turned-gamekeeper in emissions battle
  • FIS celebrates its coming of age with milestone Shanghai shindig
    World's biggest broker of freight derivatives has had a presence in China for the past 15 years
  • South Korea's Kmarin floats 15-year-old LNG carrier for sale
    But asset seller's expectations and buyers' pricing seem some way apart
  • NYK plots 2028 launch for green shipping corridor from Chile
    The project to haul Chilean copper to the Far East in ammonia dual-fuel bulkers is aimed at kickstarting decarbonisation
  • PIL teams with DP World in latest liner sector decarbonisation effort
    Singapore liner company says initial collaboration will include trials of biofuels and other alternative fuels

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American Shipper web site
DECEMBER 8, 2023
  • Cathay Pacific places order for 6 Airbus A350 freighters
    Airbus beat out Boeing for Cathay Pacific's order of new heavy freighters.

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EU shipping emissions hit record levels, T&E reports
Brussels
The association reiterates its proposal to extend the ETS to smaller vessels
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.
In the first nine months of 2025, freight traffic in the ports of the Southern Adriatic system decreased by -7%
Sea-Intelligence: Marked deterioration in the westbound transatlantic shipping market
Singapore
Last year, 13 seafarers died in accidents involving EU vessels.
Luxembourg
Nine deaths occurred on board fishing vessels
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
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%.
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.
The Chamber of Deputies has approved the final text of the proposed law on interports
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
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
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%
In the third quarter, naval traffic in the Suez Canal grew by +2.5%
Cairo/Ismailia
10.6% increase in transits in September
The first freight train opens the new Austrian Koralm railway line.
Villach
The infrastructure is part of the European Baltic-Adriatic Corridor
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings reports record quarterly revenue
Miami
Decrease in passengers embarked
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
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%
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
Stena Line buys Finnish shipping company Wasaline
Gothenburg/Vaasa
The ferry "Aurora Botnia" will remain the property of the cities of Vaasa and Umeå
Global Ports Holding will build and operate a cruise terminal in the port of Ferrol.
London/Ferrol
30-year concession contract
HD Hyundai partners with Siemens to revitalize US shipbuilding
Seongnam/San Francisco
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%
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%)
Foreign traffic at Chinese seaports reached a historic record in the third quarter
Beijing
Containers also reach their maximum peak
The approval process for the Catania Port Master Plan has been completed.
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%
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 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
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%)
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
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
A cooperation agreement between the Italian and Indian port systems is being finalized.
Rome
Rixi met with Indian Minister of Ports and Shipping
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
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
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.
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
Pakistan offers Bangladesh the use of Karachi port for its foreign trade
Dhaka
A direct air link between the two countries is planned.
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
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.
Ties between the US and South Korean shipbuilding industries are further strengthened.
Gyeongju
HD Hyundai and Huntington Ingalls Industries sign manufacturing cooperation agreement
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
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
Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.
Trieste
Madriz (Trieste Passenger Terminal): ready to provide services wherever large ships choose to dock
The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.
Brussels
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%
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
Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program
Schindellegi
In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%
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.
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
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.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%
Madrid
Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining
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%.
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
Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports
Koper
CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent
Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base
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.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona
Miami
Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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
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.
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
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"
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
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%.
Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy
London
The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined
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
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."
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
USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China
Washington
100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes
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.
MSC includes calls at Bremerhaven, Limassol and Beirut in the Levante Express service
Geneva
The line connects Northern Europe with the Mediterranean
AD Ports to acquire 20% stake in Latakia International Container Terminal
Abu Dhabi
Agreement with the CMA CGM shipping group
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.
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
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
d'Amico International Shipping's quarterly financial results decline
Luxembourg
Mottola Crossbow: The fundamentals of the tanker industry remain solid.
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%
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.
CEVA Logistics has completed the acquisition of Turkey's Borusan Logistics.
Marseille
Operation worth 383 million dollars
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
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.
Harren assigns a single brand to its heavy lift companies
Bremen
The fleet of 80 vessels will be operated under the single SAL brand.
Wallenius Wilhelmsen's revenues fell by 2% in the third quarter.
Lysaker
Net profit was $280 million (+8%)
ESPO has presented its new annual environmental report
Brussels
Climate change remains the top priority for European ports to address
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.
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
CMA CGM to register ten new 24,212 TEU containerships in the French International Register
Marseille/Copenhagen
UPS has completed its acquisition of Canada's Andlauer Healthcare Group.
Atlanta/Toronto
Operation worth 1.6 billion dollars
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
Two MSC Cruises Musica-class cruise ships undergoing refurbishment in Malta
Geneva
Work at Palumbo Malta Shipyard includes the construction of new suites
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
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
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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
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.
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.
Fincantieri signs agreement to develop Saudi Arabia's maritime ecosystem
Trieste
It was signed with the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources of Riyadh
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
Rijeka Gateway Terminal officially opened
River
It is operated by the joint venture between APM Terminals and Enna Logic
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
The Management Committee of the Southern Adriatic Port Authority takes shape
Bari
The designations of some local administrations are still missing
The Senate's VIII Commission approved the appointment of eight Port System Authority presidents.
Rome
Parliamentary process completed
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
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
In the period July-September, freight traffic in Tunisian ports grew by +5.4%
La Goulette
Cruise passengers decreased by -10.5%
Wärstilä Corporation closed the third quarter with sales of over 1.6 billion euros (-5.0%)
Helsinki
UPS's latest quarterly financial performance declines
Atlanta
Revenues down by -3.7%
Götz Becker appointed chairman of Interferry
Victoria
The president is Supapan Pichaironarongsongkram, who takes over from Guido Grimaldi
Accelleron and LAB021 partner to develop digital solutions to improve fleet operational efficiency.
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
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
The PCTC Grande Melbourne was christened and delivered to the Grimaldi Group in China.
Naples
It has a capacity of 9,241 CEUs
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.
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
Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system
Trieste
Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia
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.
General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed
Turin
Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement
Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.
Helsinki
In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)
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.
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
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
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.
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"
Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.
Istanbul
15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension
A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC
Castellanza
In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe
Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.
Trieste
Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization
Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.
London
He took over from John Beckett
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%
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.
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.
Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.
Izmir
It will be held on a weekly basis
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
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
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
P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers
Lugano
Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals
Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna
Ravenna
A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.
A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority
Livorno
ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth
Zurich
In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%
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
COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)
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
Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body
Civitavecchia
He will remain in office for four years
New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals
Hong Kong
New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports
CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard
Kochi
Order worth approximately 300 million dollars
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
Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.
Rome
It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.
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.
Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.
Rome
In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%
St. Petersburg
Only import loads are decreasing
Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto
Milan
The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market
DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan
Dubai
Joint venture with Tashkent Invest
Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.
Rome
From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus
Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.
Rome
A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for
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
Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.
Washington
Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb
PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.
Genoa
It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore
The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.
Genoa
It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard
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
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
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ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
The National Maritime Fund has organised a meeting with the ITS Mare and the maritime training centres
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
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange
Rome
Approved by the Senate, the text moves to the Chamber of Deputies
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.
In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.
Rotterdam
German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring
London
Australian company builds self-driving submarines
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
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
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.
The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes
Venice
Investment of four million euros
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
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
The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.
Ravenna
Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey
Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.
Rome
Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution
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.
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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