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Exim India web site
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
  • Jumbo-SAL Alliance & Sai Maritime & Management add one more feat to their list of accomplishments
  • HTOA conducts its 16th AGM in Mumbai
  • Roll out of Mobile X-Ray Container Scanners (MXCS) Installed at APMT and NSICT/DP WORLD Terminals and working hours of MXCS at NSICT/ DP WORLD (Scan Mode-M2) and APMT (Scanned Mode- M3)
  • Major Ports showing marginal traffic growth
  • Contracting of product tanker newbuilds at 10-year high
  • Global economy stronger, but challenges remain: Outlook
  • Implementation of Ex-Bond Shipping Bill in ICES 1.5
  • CMA CGM to enhance its ASEA KENYA service
  • India's GDP growth revised up to 6.2 pc in FY24
  • Ship agency tariff in Turkey to go up
  • Sustainability Charges at Dighi Port
  • DNV awards AiP to system for liquefied hydrogen carrier

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International Transport Journal web site
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
  • A jewel on the Rio Grande
  • More than an H2 filling station
  • Proper destruction of fraud material
  • Liverpool FC and UPS partnership kicks off
  • Menzies appoints new EVP of AMI
  • Another mega vessel for MSC
  • Cancer detection not only in the capital
  • Woodland Group's new Dewsbury facility
  • Crediting renewable fuels with CCF
  • Icelandair Cargo: managing director steps down
  • Overcoming bottlenecks on the Rhine
  • BAE Systems and HAV sign MOU
  • Three years in Pall-Ex Group
  • A regular container train from Moscow to Siberia
  • Hermes hires industry veteran as sales director
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The Loadstar web site
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
  • Air India targeting pharma trade with air freight fleet capacity set to quadruple
  • MSC's second-hand ship shopping spree continues despite declining vessel values
  • Little hope of 2024 upturn in box shipping trades, says Yang Ming
  • FedEx's belt-tightening on track... while goading UPS
  • Are China's ports and shipping companies being used to spy on the world?
  • Speedcargo trials at Etihad show how AI can improve air cargo operations
  • Giridharan Srinivasan named as new India area general manager for Etihad Cargo

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Marine Log web site
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
  • ABB solutions picked for Samskip's hydrogen-powered newbuilds
    The two hydrogen fueled short sea containerships ordered by Rotterdam-headquartered Samskip earlier this year will feature a comprehensive ABB power, propulsion and automation system On order at India's Cochin Shipyard for deliveries
  • MARAD springs a surprise in marine highway grant awards
    MARAD's latest round of marine highway grant awards include one that may come as a surprise: $600,000 to study conversion of the historic coal-burning ferry SS Badger to a zero-emission vessel -
  • Freire lays keel of new Briggs Marine maintenance support vessel
    Spain's Freire Shipyard is moving right along on the 40-meter maintenance support vessel ordered by U.K.-based Briggs Marine in March, holding a keel laying ceremony for the vessel on September 19. "It's

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Container News web site
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
  • COSCO and State Power Investment sign cooperation deal
    China COSCO SHIPPING and State Power Investment signed an online Memorandum of Cooperation Agreement on 20 September. Both sides will increase synergies, take advantage of their respective business benefits and develop a comprehensive and multi-level strategic relationship. The two companies will continue to develop strategic collaboration in green energy, shipping logistics, infrastructure build
  • ABB to power Samskip's new hydrogen-fuelled container ships
    ABB will deliver a comprehensive power distribution system for two newbuild short-sea container ships of the global logistics company Samskip Group headquartered in Rotterdam, Netherlands. In particular, the vessels will be among the world's first of their kind to use hydrogen as a fuel. The order was booked in the second quarter of 2023, but financial details were not disclosed. Also, the 135-me
  • HMM to become minority owner of Polaris Shipping
    South Korea's flagship box line HMM is set to become a minor shareholder in compatriot shipping outfit Polaris Shipping, which focuses on operating very large ore carriers. HMM and state-backed ship finance institution Korea Ocean Business Corporation are participating as financial investors in Woori Private Equity Asset Management (Woori PE), a private equity fund headed by Woori Financial Group
  • Kalmar gains cyber security certification
    Cargotec-owned manufacturing firm Kalmar has received IEC 62443-4-1 certification for its One automation system, which was developed by the Kalmar Technology and Competence Centre in Tampere, Finland. IEC 62443-4-1 is one of several standards that define the process criteria for the secure development of products used in industrial automation and control systems (IACS). It describes the cyber sec
  • VICT handles largest boxship arriving in Australia
    Port of Melbourne's Victoria International Container Terminal (VICT) welcomes the 10,000 TEU container ship CMA CGM Pelleas. In particular, at 350 meters in length, the container vessel is the largest ever to dock in an Australian port. The ship is nearly 43 meters wide. VICT's chief executive officer, Bruno Porchietto, says that super-sized vessels like CMA CGM Pelleas are likely to become more
  • Port of Oakland introduces zero-emission vehicles
    The Port of Oakland collaborated with community partners to offer a Zero Emissions Truck Ride and Drive event, giving port workers personal experience with cutting-edge zero-emission vehicles. On Friday, 15 September, the Californian port cooperated with the Harbor Trucking Association, CALSTART, California's Hybrid and Zero-Emissions Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP), the California
  • Hapag-Lloyd starts rollout of Starlink to its fleet
    Following a successful pilot phase, German ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd has decided to proceed with the rollout of Starlink satellite internet technology across its vessel fleet. Since May, crew members aboard four pilot Hapag-Lloyd ships have had the opportunity to test the Starlink technology and the feedback from these trials has been very positive, according to Hapag-Lloyd. "The high-speed satel
  • Magaya selects Thoughtworks for cloud platform modernisation on AWS
    Magaya Corporation, a logistics and supply chain automation software provider, selected Thoughtworks to support its cloud platform modernisation on Amazon Web Services, Inc. This project is a significant step forward for Magaya in enabling greater security, stability, and interoperability across all Magaya products and third-party applications. Moving to AWS's public cloud is also a massive boost
  • Maersk opens new warehouse in Cameroon
    Maersk has announced the opening of a new, technology-driven Warehousing & Distribution (W&D) facility in Douala, Cameroon. Maersk's new facility is located within the Douala Port Zone, which serves as a gateway to several markets within Central Africa. "With the rapid expansion of the middle-class population in the region, there is a growing demand for goods, especially in the FMCG sector. The P
  • PEMA and ICHCA pen cooperation agreement
    Port Equipment Manufacturers Association (PEMA) and International Cargo Handling Coordination Association (ICHCA) have signed a collaboration Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Through this agreement, the two associations aim to enable each organisation to better achieve their objectives through a programme of cooperation. This will include agreed actions and initiatives, meetings, sharing and ex

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Splash web site
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
  • Fearnleys takes over Ocean Shipbrokers
    Norwegian shipbroker Fearnleys has snapped up UK-based Ocean Shipbrokers, bolstering its activities in tankers, sale and purchase and LPG. Fearnleys said the move will see the company double the size of its tanker team, client reach and market coverage. Set up in 2006, Ocean Shipbrokers has a tanker presence in Beijing, Singapore, Dubai, Geneva, Oslo ...
  • McDermott scores contract win offshore Brazil
    Houston-based subsea and deepwater engineering and construction player McDermott has won a contract from PRIO, formerly PetroRio, for work on the Wahoo field, offshore Brazil. The deal covers the transportation and installation of around 30 km of coated 10-inch rigid pipelines and associated subsea structures. Once installed, the pipelines will connect the Wahoo field to ...
  • ABB to power Samskip's hydrogen-fuelled containerships
    European containerline Samskip has tapped Swiss tech firm ABB for the provision of complete power, propulsion and automation systems for its hydrogen-powered container vessels. ABB will deliver the system for Samskip's two newbuild short-sea container ships which will be among the first of their kind to use hydrogen as a fuel. Financial details of the ...
  • Zulu Associates' autonomous zero-emission boxship enters design phase
    Belgian maritime innovator Zulu Associates has contracted Dutch firm Conoship International to advance the design of the Zulu Mass 200 teu shortsea container vessel. The vessel concept, which received approval in principle from Lloyds Register, is planned to be initially operational with Anglo Belgian Shipping Company on Green Corridors between the European continent and the ...
  • Semco and A.P. Moller Holding unit secure work on Ørsted's wind farms off Germany
    Denmark-based contractor Semco Maritime and fellow service provider KK Wind Solutions, part of A.P. Moller Holding, have secured a contract from renewable energy group Ørsted to work on itsGerman offshore wind farms. The contract with an undisclosed value covers high voltage services at Borkum Riffgrund 1 & 2 and Gode Wind 1 & 2. The ...
  • CK Line taps Huangpu Wenchong for pair of feeder boxships
    South Korea's CK Line has ordered a pair of feeder containerships at Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding in China. The Seoul-based firm has signed up for 2,700 teu ships in its first deal with the CSSC-affiliated specialist in feeder construction. The price and delivery dates for the 188.8m-long SDARI designed ships have not been revealed. Brokers are ...
  • Chinese yard books first VLCCs
    The world has a new yard accepting VLCC orders. Hengli Heavy Industry, the yard formerly known as STX Dalian, has been tasked by its oil refining parent, Hengli Group, to build two 306,000 dwt tankers scheduled for delivery in September 2025 and February 2026. The yard's bulker-focused orderbook now tops 30 ships. STX Dalian was ...
  • Polaris Shipping sold to Korean private equity
    One of the biggest operators of large bulk carriers in the world will remain in Korean hands with news today that buyers of Polaris Shipping have been confirmed. Multiple media sources in South Korea are reporting that Woori Private Equity Asset Management Co has been selected as the preferred bidder to take over the shipping ...
  • Allianz warns of growing risks amid 'epic' offshore wind growth
    German insurance firm Allianz has warned that the offshore wind market must be wary of many challenges and learn from past losses in the midst of an 'epic' global offshore wind roll-out. More than 99% of the total global offshore wind installation is in Europe and Asia-Pacific today, but the US is investing heavily in ...
  • Singapore's Jasper Investments and Berlitz Marine forge offshore tie-up
    Singapore-based Jasper Investments has entered into a strategic collaboration framework agreement with fellow vessel owner and operator Berlitz Marine to expand and grow the company's core marine and offshore business. The duo will look into various ventures, including the acquisition, operation and management of offshore support vessels for deployment in the Southeast Asia and Gulf ...
  • Shipping's top brass have itchy feet
    Recruitment firm Faststream has just published its latest Senior Maritime Executive Report in which it is clear shipping's top brass have itchy feet. There has been movement at the top with over a quarter of respondents saying they had changed jobs in the last two years, but 15% regretted doing so. The commonality of their ...
  • UK gives green light to RWE's Welsh offshore wind farm
    UK Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero Claire Coutinho has given the go-ahead to Wales' largest renewable energy investment this decade - RWE's Awel y Môr offshore wind farm. The project will be located alongside the operational 576 MW Gwynt y Môr offshore wind farm (pictured above) and is planned to be ...
  • Sohmen-Pao puts Oslo Børs on alert
    Andreas Sohmen-Pao used his primetime speaking slot at yesterday's Pareto Securities' 30th Annual Energy Conference to warn attendees in the Norwegian capital that Oslo is no longer the attractive place to list that it once was. Sohmen-Pao, whose BW Group empire is one of the largest names on the Oslo Børs, voiced his concerns about ...
  • Standard Supply flips another PSV
    Norwegian PSV owner Standard Supply has cashed in on one of Northern Supply's mid-sized units. The Oslo-listed company is shipping out the 2008-built for $9.5m. Standard Supply picked up the sister ship to the FS Braemar for $6m when the company lifted its ownership in Northern Supply from 28% to 51% in June 2022. The ...
  • K Line unveils draft survey app
    Japan's Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line) has developed a draft survey application in partnership with compatriots Miotsukushi Analytics and TIS. The app is designed to use artificial intelligence (AI) to recognise the water surface and the draft mark from the image captured with a smartphone and to display the accurate draft level with the impact ...
  • Latsco contracts for three ultramaxes at Oshima
    Greece's Latsco Shipping has ordered three 64,000 dwt bulk carriers at Oshima Shipbuilding, Japan's largest shipyard by orderbook. Latsco's first move in dry cargo was in 2016 when it acquired four secondhand supramaxes. Latsco now controls a fleet of LNG, LPG, tankers, bulkers and containers. This week's orders mark the first time the shipping line ...
  • What life will be like onboard at the start of the next decade
    Nick Chubb, founder of UK maritime tech consultancy Thetius, gets creative, giving readers a guided tour of a methanol-powered ship traversing the world's oceans in late 2030. The MT Zero is a dual-fuel methanol carrier. It can carry 200,000 cu mof methanol and trades between the Gulf of Mexico and the European Union. The words ...

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Lloyd's List web site
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
  • MSC firms up newbuilding contracts for cruiseship pair at Fincantieri
    Latest two ships in six-ship series will feature hydrogen fuel cells for zero-emission port operations and will be able to...
  • Nigerian seafarers need upskilling as digital technologies evolve
    With a looming seafarer shortage, finding new pools of talent is becoming urgent. But unless they are competent in communications...
  • Safety comes at a cost, as Middle East Gulf nav aids charges hiked
    Navigational buoys, lighthouses and radar transponder beacons are all expensive items; energy and salaries have also increased. Reluctance to contribute...
  • Seaspan's ammonia-fuelled ULCS concept advances
    Ultra-large containership would consume 326 tonnes of ammonia per day at an operating speed of 16 knots, three times more...
  • Dry bulk owners right to be disappointed
    Unwinding congestion and more vessel orders will dampen positive deadweight demand in the dry bulk market, according to Maritime Strategies...
  • Zodiac Maritime pens suezmax newbuilding pair at Japanese shipyard
    Latest newbuilding contract is the second Zodiac has placed with a Japanese shipyard this year
  • China's state-owned giants team up on green methanol
    Four state-owned Chinese companies including Cosco Shipping, agree to work together to create a supply chain for green methanol. Sources...
  • Toro asset-play profits poised to top $100m with latest tanker sales
    Nasdaq-listed owner looks set to be left with six vessels, including four liquefied petroleum gas carriers, after delivery of its latest...
  • Daily Briefing
    Marine insurance talks with Ukraine falter as two ships test alternative Black Sea grains corridor | Autonomous shipping revolution will...
  • Europe 'can learn' from Asia's strategic focus on shipping
    Greek and German owners combine forces for Brussels roundtable examining shipping's strategic importance for Europe

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The Journal of Commerce web site
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
  • Estes wins battle to control sale of Yellow terminals amid tightening LTL capacity
    A US bankruptcy court approved a $1.525 billion bid by Estes Express Lines to be the "stalking horse" that sets the floor price for Yellow's terminals at auction, controlling their sale in November.
  • LA-LB must do more to reduce port emissions despite 2022 declines: regulator
    Emissions spiked at the ports during the pandemic due to record container volumes and unprecedented supply chain bottlenecks that caused ships to idle at anchorage and trucks to back up at terminal gates.
  • August volume boost, FAK rate revisions drive India-Europe rates higher
    Signaling some growth expectations, Indian container volumes saw gains in August, hitting 1.9 million TEUs, up 14% from 1.7 million TEUs a year earlier.
  • Trans-Atlantic blank sailings to ease despite loss-making rate levels
    Carriers appear reluctant to make the drastic capacity reductions required to match supply with demand on the westbound trade lane, leaving rates far below pre-pandemic levels.

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TradeWinds web site
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
  • Supramax bulkers hit 10-month high as Black and Mediterranean seas stay 'very hot'
    Demand outweighs supply in these regions, according to BRS Shipbrokers
  • Deutsche Bank takes down crude estimates but shows love for Scorpio Tankers
    Analysts were too optimistic about third-quarter performance by Euronav, Frontline and International Seaways
  • TV screenwriter looks at infamous Brillante Virtuoso fraud case
    Insurers remain frustrated despite winning high-profile court case
  • Delivery of MSC Group's hydrogen fuel cell cruise newbuilds slides by another year
    Swiss giant and Italian yard Fincantieri announce firm order
  • Will Economou and Galloway's activist stances spread to other Maxim shipowners?
    Criticism of US investment bank mounts amid share deal spats at Performance Shipping and Imperial Petroleum
  • Can the first commercial hydrogen carriers meet 2030 project target?
    Optimism abounds that elements can be designed but high hurdles remain if they are to be brought together
  • Just say 'no' to newbuildings, Pareto research head tells public tanker owners
    Leave ordering to private owners and focus on dividends, Eirik Haavaldsen says
  • Euronav's Barstad warns shadow fleet set to swell as Russian exports dip
    Meanwhile, tanker giant blames inefficient scrapping market for dark tonnage
  • Frontline's Barstad warns shadow fleet set to swell as Russian exports dip
    Meanwhile, Euronav blames inefficient scrapping market for dark tonnage
  • Russia cuts diesel exports to tackle domestic price rises
    1.5m barrels per day of refined products exported to new markets after European embargo
  • Fearnleys seals deal to buy Ocean Shipbrokers as it boosts tanker presence
    Combination has been 'a long time coming', Fearnleys CEO says
  • VLCC rates nearly double in a day as charterers 'jump off the fence' for cargoes
    New October lifting dates prove a boon for shipowners as tanker list limited
  • Netflix to dramatise infamous Brillante Virtuoso fraud case in upcoming docuseries
    Insurers remain frustrated despite winning high-profile court case
  • Standard Supply flips another PSV for multi-million profit
    Norwegian owner acquired its ownership in FS Balmoral in 2022
  • Iran threat leaves shipowners caught 'between a rock and a hard place' on US sanctions rules
    Concerns over Iranian retaliation mount as Tehran looks to keep oil revenues flowing
  • Shipping still has a female recruitment problem
    The industry has changed, but not yet enough, Columbia's Claudia Paschkewitz tells TradeWinds
  • Norway's JL Mowinckels marketing its last two tankers for sale
    Chemical carriers were acquired in 2021 from compatriot Hansa Tankers
  • Alex Saverys 'brave' on new fuels, but solutions not there for smaller bulkers, says TMI
    Ed Buttery says bigger owners like CMB will pave the way for 'mere mortals' on alternative bunkers
  • Loss-making bulker owner Atlantska eyeing share sale worth up to $30m
    Croatian company says financial watchdog approves issue of new stock
  • Navigation organisation IFAN raises funds by selling only ship
    Not-for-profit body says Relume was not part of its core activities
  • Greece's Latsco Shipping makes bulker newbuilding debut in Japan
    Owner adds a trio of ultramaxes to its versatile fleet
  • Data sharing initiative helps OSV owners slash 10,000 tonnes of C02 emissions
    Some vessels saw improvements of up to 20% in certain parts of their operation during the trial
  • New Evergreen container ship towed after losing power off Vietnam
    Ever Oath broke down as it approached Vung Tao
  • Inaction not an option: Columbia launches mentor scheme for female cadets
    Experienced office staff to guide and nurture young talent at Schoeller-owned maritime group
  • 'Are you calling for your boyfriend?' Shipping still has a female recruitment problem
    The industry has changed, but not yet enough, Columbia's Claudia Paschkewitz tells TradeWinds
  • Turning point coming for bulkers as 2024 looking 'half-decent', TMI's Ed Buttery says
    London-listed owner increasing charter cover after spot market rises
  • Eyal Ofer's Zodiac Maritime turns to Japan for tanker newbuildings with Imabari debut
    Shipowner inks first crude tanker order at Japan Marine United
  • Bimco tips struggling crude tankers to pick up in 2024
    Chief analyst Niels Rasmussen says market is feeling the strain from Saudi and Russian production cuts but fundamentals remain strong
  • Latest tanker sales serve up more juicy profits for Toro Corp
    Petros Panagiotidis-led shipowner continues to offload tonnage in the face of strong markets
  • More juicy profits for Toro Corp from latest tanker sales
    Petros Panagiotidis-led shipowner continues to offload tonnage in the face of strong markets

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American Shipper web site
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
  • Trouble ahead: Container shipping rates sinking further into the red
    The recent rate rebound turned out to be fleeting. As rates deteriorate yet again, shipping lines face mounting losses.

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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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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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