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Exim India web site
JUNE 13, 2024
  • HMM relocates & expands Global Service Center in Mumbai
  • World Bank ups India's GDP growth projection for FY25 & FY26
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  • Visakhapatnam Port in top 20 of Container Port Performance Index 2023
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  • Ajit Shah's Gujarati book on 'Understanding International Business' released
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  • India's wheat output seen at record level
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International Transport Journal web site
JUNE 13, 2024
  • Satellite delivered by An-124-100
  • More routes, more integration of transport data
  • Pharma network says "kalimera" to newest member
  • Cargo trains switch from diesel to HVO
  • Driving for excellence in sustainability
  • Second phase of Bilbao pier project out to tender
  • Manchester hub now open
  • Multimodality wins the prize
  • TGE moves to electrify Australia's truck fleet
  • An eventful spring congress
  • High container demand raises Singapore prices
  • Additional space for Milan Bergamo Airport
  • Abu Dhabi to become next pharma hub
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The Loadstar web site
JUNE 12, 2024
  • Container trades back in 'pandemic-level territory' - with rates still rising
  • SNAFU at TOC Europe, but what's this? Positivity sighted!
  • Carriers launch new transpac shuttle services as Chinese exports surge
  • No let-up in cargo crime wave as thefts become even more sophisticated
  • China boosts new-energy vehicle exports, sending them in boxes as tariffs loom
  • Opportunity knocks for rail operators to boost volumes with combi services

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Marine Log web site
JUNE 12, 2024
  • Commandant testifies on USCG efforts to address sexual assault and harassment
    Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Linda Fagan is not getting wholly rave reviews following her testimony at a hearing entitled "Coast Guard Oversight: Sexual Assault and Harassment," held Tuesday before the Permanent Subcommittee
  • LDA Airbus ships will feature Berg hybrid propulsion system
    Berg Propulsion has won a contract covering the hybrid propulsion solution that will ensure that three wind-assisted Louis Dreyfus Armateurs (LDA) RO/RO vessels maximize efficiency regardless of their mode of operation. The
  • California LNG plant that fuels Pasha Hawaii ships gets capacity boost
    Newport Beach, Calif., based Clean Energy Fuels Corp. (NASDAQ: CLNE) has completed construction of a third production train at its Boron, Calif., LNG plant, increasing its volume capacity by 50%. Already the
  • Seaspan awards Gastops contract to support Multi-Purpose Vessel (MPV) project
    Seaspan's Vancouver Shipyards has awarded Ottawa-headquartered condition monitoring specialist Gastops a contract to support the Canadian Coast Guard's Multi-Purpose Vessel (MPV) project. Gastops is a long-standing provider of specialized propulsion system integration

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Container News web site
JUNE 12, 2024
  • Baltimore port entirely open to shipping again
    Baltimore Port's shipping channel fully reopened on 10 June, more than two months after Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed following an allision with box ship Dali. The channel restarted operations after the US Army Corps and US Navy Supervisor of Salvage and Diving removed 50,000 tonnes of debris from the 26 March incident that claimed the lives of six construction workers on the bridge. The US
  • Malaysia's anti-graft body eyes containers for possible tax evasion
    Malaysia Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is launching a large-scale investigation into non-declaration of containerized imports, and is targeting all states with container ports. MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said on 10 June that often, goods are declared as other items of lower tax value, resulting in a loss of government revenue. He was speaking after MACC uncovered a tax evasion
  • Freight that can cost lives
    A group of industry bodies have banded together to produce guidance on some surprising, and some less surprising, hazardous cargoes that could save lives, the environment and unnecessary cost. The Cargo Integrity Group (CIG) brings together seven maritime, port, cargo and insurance interests in an effort to reduce the number of incidents that can occur due to badly packed or handled freight, eith
  • LNG newbuilding values at record high
    The number of LNG newbuilding orders have more than doubled from the same period last year where 34 orders were placed, compared to 78 in the first five months of 2024, an increase of c.129%. Newbuilding prices for the Large LNG sector of 174,000 CBM are currently at an all-time high of US$269 million, up by c. 6.1%. Values for LNG vessels have increased across all sub-sectors and age categories
  • Innovate BC tests zero and low-emission trucks at Port of Prince Rupert
    Through an Integrated Marketplace project led by Innovate BC, new zero and low-emission heavy-duty (HDZEV) trucks will be integrated into operations at the Port of Prince Rupert. This initiative aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote sustainability in British Columbia's transportation sector. The HDZEV project will introduce four new trucks: two hydrogen-powered, one battery-electric
  • Longshoremen reject further talks with US Maritime Alliance amid automation concerns
    The International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) announced plans to suspend labor negotiations with the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) amid union concerns over the use of automation. Both parties had been negotiating local agreements related to a coast-wide master contract set to expire on 30 September 2024. However, ILA said it is opting to cancel talks with USMX after learning that AP
  • Port of Long Beach appoints new environmental planning leader
    The Long Beach Board of Harbor Commissioners has approved the appointment of Renee Moilanen as the new director of Environmental Planning for the Port of Long Beach's sustainability initiatives. Moilanen will oversee the Environmental Planning division, which is responsible for key environmental policies and programs such as the Green Port Policy and the San Pedro Bay Ports Clean Air Action Plan
  • Hiab introduces mobile app for operators
    Hiab, a division of Cargotec, has introduced the MyHiab mobile app to boost operator productivity and safety. This digital tool offers a range of features and resources related to Hiab equipment throughout its lifespan, serving as a valuable companion for users. It also establishes a direct line of communication between Hiab and end-users. "Hiab operators are our biggest fans and the most influen
  • ARC equips entire U.S.-flag fleet with Starlink internet
    American Roll-On Roll-Off Carrier Group (ARC), the leading provider of U.S.-flag roll-on roll-off shipping, has equipped its entire American-flagged fleet with Starlink satellite internet technology to help mariners stay connected with their loved ones while at sea. Operated by SpaceX, Starlink utilizes low-Earth orbit satellites to provide high-speed internet access in remote areas, including ma
  • Konecranes unveils new heavy-duty E-VER electric forklift
    Konecranes has introduced a heavy-duty version of its flagship E-VER electric forklift, designed for lifting capacities of 18-25 tons. Responding to increasing industry demand for low-carbon solutions, this new range reflects Konecranes' commitment to electrify their entire lift truck fleet by the end of 2026. The premium Konecranes E-VER electric forklift has already garnered significant attenti

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Splash web site
JUNE 12, 2024
  • Greek bulker struck by sea drone in Red Sea
    A Greek-owned bulk carrier has suffered significant damage after being struck by an uncrewed surface vessel in the Red Sea off Yemen. Multiple sources in Greece have identified the vessel as the Liberian-flagged Tutor. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said in an update that the vessel had been hit on the stern by ...
  • Solstad wins multiple vessel contracts in Brazil
    Norwegian vessel owner Solstad Maritime has secured multiple contracts from Brazil's Petrobras, worth a total of around NOK2.6bn ($243m). The contracts, announced by Solstad Offshore which holds a 31.6% stake in Solstad Maritime, are set to start in the second half of 2024 and the first half of 2025. Specifically, Petrobras has contracted the construction ...
  • Gulf Marine Services gets more Middle East work
    London-listed liftboat operator Gulf Marine Services (GMS) has signed the second part of a two-phase contract for one of its vessels operating in the Middle East. The first part of the two-phase deal was signed in March this year. On both occasions, the vessel and the client were left undisclosed. The two parts combined will ...
  • Wan Hai in for Chinese boxship resales
    Taiwan's Wan Hai Lines has bought a couple of resale containerships from China United Lines (CU Lines). The 7,000 teu scrubber-fitted ships are due for delivery in late 2024 and early 2025 from Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding and are costing around $91m each, giving CU Lines a tidy profit. CU Lines originally contracted the ships two ...
  • Eni sells 10% of Saipem
    Italian oil and gas company Eni has offloaded a 10% stake it owns in compatriot offshore engineering and construction giant Saipem. The shares sale resulted in Eni banking about €393m ($422.5m) from the Milan-listed Saipem at a price of €1.97 per share. Before the sale Eni held approximately 31.19% of the ordinary shares of the ...
  • Kasuga Kaiun adds to bulker orderbook in China
    Japanese owner Kasuga Kaiun has added more bulker newbuilds to its orderbook in China. The Imabari-based tonnage provider has contracted two handysize vessels at Jiangmen Nanyang Ship Engineering for delivery in 2026. The 41,000 dwt units are costing $30m each, according to shipbuilding sources. Kasuga is listed with 13 owned ships, predominantly bulkers. The company ...
  • Trafigura signs for more VLCC newbuilds
    Trafigura has returned to China for more very large crude carrier newbuilds. Multiple brokers report the global commodities trader has signed up for three additional 319,000 dwt VLCCs at Jiangsu New Hantong Ship Heavy Industry. No price has been revealed for the latest series, which will be fitted with scrubbers and ammonia-ready. Trafigura inked its ...
  • Argeo bags site survey for RWE's floating wind project in California
    Norwegian surveyor Argeo has won a contract for an initial site investigation survey on RWE's Canopy floating wind project in Northern California. The contract includes a 40-day initial site investigation survey, with an option for an additional 30 days. The project's first activities will commence in June, with Argeo utilising its Hugin 6000 AUV and ...
  • SSE-led consortium, Vattenfall-CIP JV win permits for two Dutch offshore wind farms
    An SSE Renewables-led consortium and a Vattenfall-Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) joint venture have been awarded permits for constructing and operating two new offshore wind farms off the Netherlands. Noordzeker, a consortium consisting of SSE Renewables, Dutch pension fund ABP and its asset manager AGP, received the permit for the IJmuiden Ver Wind Farm Site Alpha ...
  • Containers lost at sea drop to lowest level on record
    The World Shipping Council (WSC) has released its annual report on containers lost at sea, showing a significant decrease to 221 containers lost in 2023, the lowest number recorded since the survey began in 2008. The Marin TopTier joint industry project, launched three years ago, has contributed concrete outcomes on the causes of containers overboard ...
  • BW Group looks to raise $93m from sale of Navigator Holdings shares
    BW Group is relinquishing its position as lead shareholder in New York-listed LNG shipping giant Navigator Holdings, putting shares worth $93m on the market. Chilean shipowner Ultranav is set to become the single largest shareholder once the sale of BW's 6m shares go through. BW became a shareholder in Navigator four years ago, acquiring stock ...
  • LNG newbuilding values at record high
    The number of LNG newbuilding orders have more than doubled from the same period last year where 34 orders were placed, compared to 78 in the first five months of 2024, an increase of 129%, according to new analysis from VesselsValue. Newbuilding prices for 174,000 cu m ship types are currently at an all-time high ...
  • Panama Canal announces new increase in draft and daily transits
    The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) will increase the current number of daily transits from 32 to 33, effective July 11. Furthermore, this number will increase to 34 as of July 22, following the current and projected level of Gatun Lake for the coming weeks, and due to the arrival of the rainy season in the ...
  • Geneva Dry 2025 set to cement position as world's premier commodities shipping conference
    Marketing officially gets underway today for the 2025 edition of Geneva Dry, the world's premier commodities shipping conference. Due to take place at the Hotel President Wilson on the shore of Lake Geneva on April 28 and 29 next year, a new line-up of sessions has been unveiled today, with interested delegates also able to ...

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Lloyd's List web site
JUNE 12, 2024
  • K Line teams up with Belgian green energy firm TES for e-natural gas supply
    TES seeks to establish a self-sustaining CO2 closed loop with zero emissions Related Stories Regional co-operation key to shipping's green fuel future Secondhand containership demand drive values 30% Djibouti denounces drastic port efficiency ranking drop in World Bank report
  • Secondhand containership demand drive values 30%
    Containership values have risen by up to 30% since the beginning of the year as Red Sea diversions created a... Related Stories Regional co-operation key to shipping's green fuel future Djibouti denounces drastic port efficiency ranking drop in World Bank report Can artificial intelligence fix real supply chain problems
  • Regional co-operation key to shipping's green fuel future
    The roundtable featured energy and shipping ministries from several African and Asian states held at Singapore Maritime Week Related Stories K Line teams up with Belgian green energy firm TES for e-natural gas supply Secondhand containership demand drive values 30% Djibouti denounces drastic port efficiency ranking drop in World Bank report
  • Djibouti denounces drastic port efficiency ranking drop in World Bank report
    The port authority labelled the ranking as 'unjustified' and a misrepresentation. It is now in discussions with the publisher to... Related Stories K Line teams up with Belgian green energy firm TES for e-natural gas supply Regional co-operation key to shipping's green fuel future Secondhand containership demand drive values 30%
  • Can artificial intelligence fix real supply chain problems?
    There is a non-negligible risk that AI becomes just another buzzword in the lexicon of failed IT projects. But DP... Related Stories K Line teams up with Belgian green energy firm TES for e-natural gas supply Regional co-operation key to shipping's green fuel future Secondhand containership demand drive values 30%
  • Volatility in box sector here to stay
    The recent surge in freight rates should not come as a surprise in such a cyclical sector, analysts say Related Stories Panama Canal ups transit slots and draft again ahead of rainy season BW Group seeks to unload Navigator shares worth over $90m Daily Briefing June 12 2024
  • Panama Canal ups transit slots and draft again ahead of rainy season
    Two transits will be added to the current schedule - one to the panamax locks, lifting those to 25 daily... Related Stories Volatility in box sector here to stay BW Group seeks to unload Navigator shares worth over $90m Daily Briefing June 12 2024
  • BW Group seeks to unload Navigator shares worth over $90m
    BW acquired its stock in Navigator from WL Ross in 2020 at $9 per share, and the current price is... Related Stories Volatility in box sector here to stay Panama Canal ups transit slots and draft again ahead of rainy season Daily Briefing June 12 2024

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JUNE 12, 2024
  • ILA links contract wage proposal to ocean carriers' financial results
    The International Longshoremen's Association cited the "massive profits" ocean carriers have booked in recent years to highlight the wage proposal it plans to push in contract talks with employers.
  • New trans-Pac services point to peak season rebound for 'under-utilized' NWSA
    With two new services starting up in the past month, the Northwest Seaport Alliance of Seattle and Tacoma anticipates a rebound in imports from Asia this peak season.
  • Stakeholders sorting out per diem bills under new FMC rules
    The agency's detention and demurrage rules are still unclear as to billing those charges to truckers, according to challenges put forth by ocean carriers.
  • New inland Port of Nevada provides alternative to draying ocean boxes
    The port is the latest inland location in the western US looking to capitalize on strict regulations in California that are driving up costs for trucking companies.
  • Robust demand has Asia-Europe carriers pulling capacity, charter levers
    CMA CGM will deploy an additional seven, 7,000-TEU ships on the Asia-North Europe and Mediterranean trades from June 30 to early September. Photo credit: CMA CGM.
  • Truckers, terminals and forwarders sorting out per-diem bills under new FMC rules
    The agency's detention and demurrage rules are still unclear as to billing those charges to truckers, according to challenges put forth by ocean carriers.

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TradeWinds web site
JUNE 12, 2024
  • Houthis confirm using sea drone in strike against Evalend ship
    Greek shipowner's bulker is 'vulnerable' to sinking, Yemeni militant group claims
  • Wan Hai splashes up to $188m as it bags newbuilding duo
    Taiwanese liner is forking out to take boxship newbuildings from China United Lines
  • Court issues arrest warrant against MSC ship that lost control
    Lawsuit claims SMT Shipping vessel slammed into Charleston pier as a result of large wake
  • Six-digit charter rates are back as CMA CGM pays over $100,000 per day
    Liner operators are again paying astronomical rates for short periods
  • US East Coast port dispute risks inflating container shipping markets further
    Row over automation could drive freight rates up
  • Stricken Evalend bulker needs assistance after Houthi strike in Red Sea
    Evalend's 82,000-dwt Tutor (built 2022) takes on water after being hit twice, from the sea and from the air
  • EU mulls sanctions against Russian tanker owner Sovcomflot
    Document seen by Bloomberg contains proposal to designate state shipping company over Ukraine war
  • Idan Ofer sells $110m of Zim shares as he hedges another chunk
    Deal sees Israeli billionaire's stake cut to 16.5%
  • Stricken Greek bulker needs assistance after Houthi strike in Red Sea
    Evalend's 82,000-dwt Tutor (built 2022) was hit twice, from the sea and from the air
  • Idan Ofer-led Eastern Pacific inks near-billion-dollar car carrier newbuilding deals
    Singapore-based company gets 'ahead of the newbuilding curve' as it makes a splash in feeder niche
  • US LNG permit pause set to delay projects by two years, Poten says
    Hold-up set to 'open door' for other global liquefaction developments
  • Suspected sea drone strike leaves bulker 'taking on water' in the Red Sea
    Maritime security firm Diaplous reports incident 70 miles south-west of Hodeidah, Yemen
  • Bulker 'taking on water' after suspected Red Sea Houthi missile strike
    Maritime security firm Diaplous reports incident 70 miles southwest of Hodeidah, Yemen
  • End to Gaza fighting will not bring about quick Red Sea return, warns Frontline boss Lars Barstad
    Any pause of hostilities between Israel and Hamas is likely to be 'vulnerable', chief executive argues
  • Record chemical tanker rates to go even higher, Stolt Tankers says
    World's largest specialist operator increases rate guidance for second quarter
  • Pressure mounts as two Sovcomflot shuttle tankers fail to lift Sakhalin-2 cargoes
    The Zaliv Vostok and Zaliv Baikal have not exported crude since 21 May, tracking data shows
  • Turkish tanker master faces jail after admitting deliberate oil dumping in US
    Abdurrahman Korkmaz pleads guilty to pollution offences on the PS Dream
  • Trader Trammo inks LPG newbuilding charter deals in China
    Ammonia trader fixes five dual-fuel ships on long-term deals
  • SSY hires new Middle East capesize head from rival Braemar
    Katzler returns to the shipbroking group where he began his career
  • Avic Leasing linked to Seanergy capesize sale-and-leaseback deal
    US-listed bulker player taps Chinese leasing company to help fund latest purchase
  • BlackRock explores exit routes for its stake in GasLog
    Have LNG shipowner and private equity main shareholder run their course?
  • Greece's Interunity brings cycle of success to Posidonia
    Day of riding and relaxing in the Greek mountains brings cyclists together before week of activities in Athens
  • Kumiai Navigation extends dual-fuel VLGC series against charter from Canadian energy player
    Kawasaki Heavy Industries has been contracted to build gas carrier
  • Former Sovcomflot aframax heads for demolition in Bangladesh
    Shadow fleet reported to be losing tanker

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CMA CGM closed the first quarter of 2025 with a net profit of 1.12 billion dollars (+42.8%)
Marseille
Revenues up +12.1%
ECSA and SEA Europe explain how to ensure and increase the competitiveness of the EU maritime industry
Szczecin/Brussels
In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado grew by +1.4%
In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado grew by +1.4%
Genoa
In the container sector, a sharp increase in transhipments (+107.3%) and a slight decrease in import-export (-0.7%)
The ports of Bremen and Hamburg close the first quarter with a +3% growth in traffic
The ports of Bremen and Hamburg close the first quarter with a +3% growth in traffic
Bremen/Hamburg
Terminal operator HHLA posts record quarterly revenue
In the first quarter of 2025, cargo traffic in the port of Koper grew by +9.9%
Coper
Containerized cargo volumes continue to grow
Paul Pathy elected BIMCO President
Copenhagen
He is the president and CEO of the Canadian Fednav
The project to resection the western dock of the port of Gioia Tauro is about to start
Joy Taurus
It is not subject to the VIA procedure
HMM closed the first quarter with a net profit growth of +52.5%
HMM closed the first quarter with a net profit growth of +52.5%
Seoul
The South Korean company's fleet transported 930,629 containers (+4.2%)
In the first quarter, Hapag-Lloyd's revenues increased by +18.6% and net profit by +49.6%.
In the first quarter, Hapag-Lloyd's revenues increased by +18.6% and net profit by +49.6%.
Hamburg
The company's fleet transported 3.3 million containers (+8.8%)
Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL's quarterly earnings growth eases
Keelung/Taipei
The second company recorded a decline in profits
In the first three months of 2025, cruise traffic at GPH terminals increased by +30%
Istanbul
In the period, 1,568 ships (+53%) called at them
In the first quarter of 2025, ship traffic in the Suez Canal decreased by -17.1%
In the first quarter of 2025, ship traffic in the Suez Canal decreased by -17.1%
Cairo
Growth of +16.4% in the value of transit rights paid by ships
This morning the ceremony of laying the first stone of the Darsena Europa in the port of Livorno
This morning the ceremony of laying the first stone of the Darsena Europa in the port of Livorno
Leghorn
Five years of work and an investment of 550 million euros are expected
Russia to invest $6 billion over the next six years to develop shipbuilding
Fly
Over 1,600 Civilian Ships Planned to Be Built by 2036
US, China agree to suspend tariffs for 90 days, cut by 115 percentage points
Beijing/Washington
They will drop to 30% and 10% respectively from the current 145% and 125%
In the first quarter, cargo traffic in Tunisian ports decreased by -2.6%
In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna increased by +8.9%
Ravenna
Increase in dry bulk, containerized and conventional cargo
The port of Ancona closed the first quarter with a traffic of 2.1 million tons of goods (+4%)
Ancona
At the Ortona airport a decrease of -9% was recorded and at the Vasto airport a growth of +14%
In the first quarter, Costamare's revenues decreased by -6.1%
Monk
Costamare Bulkers Spin-Off Completed
The western dock of the port of Gioia Tauro has become operational
Joy Taurus
Container ship "MSC Bridge" docks
Maersk Group posts positive quarterly financial results
Maersk Group posts positive quarterly financial results
Copenhagen
Container volumes transported by the fleet remain stable. Traffic growth of +8.4% in port terminals
European Commission approves Italy's request to reintroduce the International Registry
Brussels
It will be in force until the end of 2033
In the port of Trieste, bulk cargo decreases and miscellaneous goods increase
Trieste
In the first quarter, a decrease of -4.3% was recorded. In Monfalcone, traffic increased by +54.9%
In the first quarter, goods handled by the port of Venice increased by +4.3%
Venice
Solid bulk and containerized cargoes on the rise. Liquid bulk drops by -6.1%
GNV orders four more ro-pax vessels from Guangzhou Shipyard International
Genoa
Deliveries of the 71,300 GRT units will begin in early 2028
The agreement between the Region and the extraordinary commissioner gives the go-ahead to the construction of the Darsena Europa in the port of Livorno
Florence
Giani: work can finally start
Filt, Fit and Uilt support Ciane's activity in Genoa and Savona, which would be put in danger by Petromar's competition
Genoa
Hupac will focus on combined transport on the North-South axis, focusing on high-volume connections
Zurich
DFDS Quarterly Revenues Up 7.5% With Ekol Acquisition
Copenhagen
The volumes of goods transported by the fleet are stable. Passengers drop by -27.5%
At the end of 2025, RAlpin will suspend the rolling highway rail service between Fribourg and Novara
Olten
The company denounces the numerous and unexpected restrictions on the railway network
Terminal operator ICTSI closes a record first quarter
Manila
Historic peak in financial results and container freight volumes handled
Premuda, management buy-out operation on the entire share capital of the company
Genoa
It was implemented with the strategic and financial support of Pillarstone
In the first quarter of this year, ship transits through the Panama Canal increased by +35.9%
In the first quarter of this year, ship transits through the Panama Canal increased by +35.9%
Panama
Ships carried 60.0 million tons of cargo (+40.1%)
In the first quarter of 2025, maritime traffic in the Bosphorus Strait decreased by -7.5%
In the first quarter of 2025, maritime traffic in the Bosphorus Strait decreased by -7.5%
Ankara
A total of 9,351 ships passed through
Tender for the expansion and technological modernization of Gate IV of the Port of Trieste
Trieste
It is related to the technical and economic feasibility design of the project
Mediterranean Emission Control Area for Sulphur Oxides Comes Into Force Tomorrow
Brussels
Vessels will have to use fuel with a maximum sulphur content of 0.1%.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Reports Quarterly Net Loss of -$40.3 Million
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Reports Quarterly Net Loss of -$40.3 Million
Miami
In the first three months of this year, revenues fell by -2.9%
DSV Completes Acquisition of Schenker
Hedehouse
In the first three months of this year, the Danish logistics group's operating result increased by +17.5%
Hapag-Lloyd expects to close the first quarter with very positive performance
Hamburg
ONE closed fiscal year 2024 with net income of $4.2 billion (+336%)
ONE closed fiscal year 2024 with net income of $4.2 billion (+336%)
Singapore
In the period the container fleet transported 3.1 million TEU (+2.3%)
In the first quarter, the revenues of the Chinese shipping group COSCO grew by +20.1%
In the first quarter, the revenues of the Chinese shipping group COSCO grew by +20.1%
Shanghai
The fleet transported 6.5 million containers (+7.5%)
In the last quarter of 2024, Eurokai port terminals handled over 3.2 million containers (+9.4%)
Hamburg
In Germany, traffic was 1.9 million TEU (+14.0%) and in Italy 443 thousand TEU (+7.9%)
OOIL orders 14 new 18,500 teu containerships
Hong Kong
Dalian, Nantong shipyards win $3.1 billion contract
Orient Overseas (International) Limited (OOIL), the subsidiary of the Chinese shipping group COSCO Shipping Holdings that operates containerized maritime transport services with ...
Chinese ports set new cargo throughput record for January-March quarter
Chinese ports set new cargo throughput record for January-March quarter
Beijing
In the period, seaports handled 73.1 million containers (+8.3%)
Passenger terminal completed at Rizzo dock in Messina port
Messina
Work begins on remodeling the seabed of the port of Reggio Calabria
Le Aziende informano
Il retrofit ibrido-elettrico di ABB guida i traghetti dei laghi italiani verso un futuro più sostenibile
UPS closed the first quarter with a net profit of 1.2 billion dollars (+6.6%)
Atlanta
Revenues down slightly following sale of Coyote Logistics
Second Large Cruise Ship Built in China Launched
Shanghai
It will join the Adora Cruises fleet at the end of 2026
Uiltrasporti underlines the need to keep Italian ports under public control
Rome
The liner shipping industry contributes substantially to the U.S. economy.
Washington
This is highlighted by an analysis carried out by S&P Global Market Intelligence on behalf of WSC and PMSA
Toll worsens from explosion in Iranian port of Shahid Rajaee
Tehran
It caused 46 deaths and injured over 1,200 people
Tender for concession of container terminal at Ukrainian port of Chornomorsk to be announced by mid-year
Kiev
The management will include the general cargo terminal
Wärtsilä's first quarter is positive
Helsinki
New orders value growth slows
CEVA Logistics (CMA CGM group) will buy the Turkish Borusan Lojistik
ESPO: The EU Parliament's Budget Committee's request for more funding for transport, energy and infrastructure is welcome
Brussels
The importance of financing TEN-T networks to enable their adaptation for both military and civilian dual-use purposes was highlighted
Solidarity contribution for the families of port workers who are victims of accidents at work
Rome
It was established by the National Bilateral Port Authority
Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore Division Reports Record Quarterly Revenue
Neuilly-sur-Seine
New historical peak also for the classified fleet
PSA reportedly considering selling its 20% stake in Hutchison Ports
Singapore
This is according to "Reuters", which had already floated this hypothesis at the end of 2022
DP World to operate multipurpose terminal at Syrian port of Tartous
Damascus
An investment of 800 million dollars is planned
Mercitalia Logistics - Logtainer Agreement
Rome
The aim is to develop intermodal maritime transport services in Italy and Europe.
Port of Long Beach Sets New Container Traffic Record for April
Long Beach/Hong Kong
Hong Kong port handled 1.2 million containers (+6.0%)
RINA closes 2024 with revenues once again at a record level
Genoa
In the first quarter, turnover increased by +12% and new orders by +16%
The fourth edition of the national conference "Interporti al centro" will be held on May 23rd
Rome
Organized by UIR, it is scheduled at the Interporto Rivers in Venice
In the UK, express delivery company Evri and DHL's e-commerce division merge
London
Another 20 tractors coming for Contship Group's Hannibal
The Spice
They will be taken into delivery between the end of this year and the first months of 2026.
In April, the port of Singapore handled over 3.6 million containers (+7.1%)
Singapore
In terms of weight, containerized traffic decreased by -2.5%
Assagenti suggests the priorities that will have to be addressed by the next president of the port of Genoa
Genoa
Danaos Corporation's Quarterly Revenues Steady
Athens
Net profit down -23.5%
Cargo traffic in Montenegro ports stable in first quarter
Podgorica
Growth of +73.9% in volumes to and from Italy
Prysmian inaugurates the new cable-laying vessel Prysmian Monna Lisa
Milan
Finnish plant producing high-voltage submarine cables expanded
Second container terminal inaugurated at Cameroonian port of Kribi
Yaounde
It has a quay of 715 linear meters and a seabed depth of -16 meters
Eurogate Intermodal has bought the Deisser trucking company
Hamburg/Stuttgart
The Stuttgart-based company specializes in the container segment
Discount announced on transit fee for large container ships in Suez Canal
Ismailia
15% reduction for ships of at least 130,000 SCNT tons
The Simplified Logistics Zone of the Port and hinterland of La Spezia is ready to be made operational
Genoa/La Spezia
Regional councilor Piana made this known
Port of Genoa, the TAR for Lazio has annulled the Ignazio Messina-Terminal San Giorgio merger
Rome
Grimaldi Euromed's appeal accepted
Fincantieri closes first quarter with record new orders
Trieste
Strong growth in revenue and EBITDA
Stop, other Regions should follow Abruzzo's example by introducing the regional ferrobonus
Rome
The laying of the first pillar of the logistics park under construction in Tortona was celebrated
Tortona
The project is scheduled for completion in May 2026.
The Customs Free Zone enclosed in Genoa as an opportunity to mitigate the impact of duties
Genoa
Spediporto highlights it
Taiwan's Evergreen and Yang Ming saw revenue decline in April
Keelung/Taipei
Compatriot Wan Hai Lines' turnover grows
In the first three months of 2025, RCL containerships transported 658,000 TEU (+8.9%)
Bangkok
Revenues up +37.6%
The preparation process for the Port Regulatory Plan of Ancona has begun
Ancona
Preliminary verification of the Strategic Environmental Assessment has begun
d'Amico International Shipping reports quarterly revenue and earnings decline
Luxembourg
Balestra di Mottola: We do not expect any impact on us from any port tariffs applied in the US for ships built in China
Towards the final approval of the nomination of Francesco Benevolo as president of the port of Ravenna
Rome
The MIT has forwarded the proposal to the Transport Commission of the Chamber
The decline in vehicle volumes transported by the Wallenius Wilhelmsen fleet continues
Lysaker
The first three months of 2025 were closed with revenues of 1.3 billion dollars (+3.4%)
Shipping agents, customs agents and freight forwarders of La Spezia applaud Pisano's appointment
The Spice
For the presidency of the AdSP - they rejoice - "one of us" has been chosen
MIT appoints Bruno Pisano as president of the AdSP of the Eastern Ligurian Sea
Rome
DHL Buys IDS Fulfillment
Westerville/Indianapolis
Strengthening the e-commerce segment
V.Ships created V.Yachts to provide its services to large yachts
London
It will be based in Monaco
Mercitalia Rail transports scrap iron from Pomezia to steel mills in Northern Italy
Milan
Finnlines revenues increased by +2.3% in the first quarter
Helsinki
The volumes transported by the fleet are increasing, with the exception of cars
NYK to build third car terminal at Barcelona port
Barcelona
Work begins on the electrification of the MSC Crociere terminal
SAILING LIST
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Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
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The Verdane investment fund sells Danelec to the GTT group
Paris
Danish company develops technologies for digitalization of maritime transport
Israeli forces attacked the port of Hodeyda
Jerusalem
IDF, measures taken to limit damage to ships
Vard signs new contract with Dong Fang Offshore for OSCV vessel
Trieste
It will be delivered in the first quarter of 2028
Collaboration protocol between the Federation of the Sea and WSense
Rome
Among the aims, to promote intelligent and sustainable management of marine resources
A conference on maritime engineering works and climate change in Rome on Wednesday
Rome
It will be held at the Auditorium Fondazione MAXXI
The 2024 general financial statement of the Eastern Adriatic Sea Port Authority has been approved
Trieste
It records a general administrative surplus of almost 283 million euros
Accelleron Industries Announces Further Investments in Italy
Baden
The aim is to strengthen technological leadership in fuel injection systems for the decarbonisation of the maritime sector.
UAE's AD Ports continues to invest in Egypt
Cairo/Abu Dhabi
Usufruct contract to develop and manage a logistics and industrial park near the port of Port Said
The 2024 final budget of the Central Adriatic Sea Port System Authority has been approved
Ancona
Green light from the Management Committee
RFI, tender awarded for maintenance and telecommunications enhancement works
Rome
Program worth approximately 180 million euros
Contract signed assigning CMA CGM the management of the container terminal at the port of Latakia
Damascus
Investments of 230 million euros expected in the first four years
Rizzo appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Strait Port System Authority
Messina
DHL Group revenues increased by +2.8% in the first three months of 2025
Bonn
Net profit of 830 million euros (+3.9%)
Purchase of area for new cruise terminal in Marghera completed
Venice
It is expected to become operational in the 2028 cruise season.
CMA CGM Completes Acquisition of Air Belgium
Marseille/Mont-Saint-Guibert
Mazaudier: Strengthen our air capacity with immediate effect
In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in Albanian ports decreased by -1.8%
Tirana
Passengers also decreasing (-1.6%)
In 2024, 94.4 million tonnes of goods were transported on the Austrian rail network (+2.2%)
Vienna
31.8% of the total volume was achieved on routes longer than 300 kilometres
The final budget and the annual report 2024 of the AdSP of Sardinia have been approved
Cagliari
Pilot project for the unified issuing of port access permits for haulers
Interporto Padova's 2024 financial statements unanimously approved
Padua
Revenues up +7.3%
Redevelopment works underway at the agri-food hub of the port of Livorno
Leghorn
Works worth six million euros
Bluferries is ready to put the new ro-pax Athena into service in the Strait of Messina
Messina
It can carry up to 22 trucks or 125 cars and 393 people
Approved the financial statement for the financial year 2024 of the AdSP of the Ionian Sea
Taranto
424.8 million port works completed in the last decade
Kalmar reports lower quarterly revenue, higher new orders
Helsinki
In the first three months of 2025, net profit was 34.1 million euros (+2%)
Antonio Ranieri is the new maritime director of Liguria
Genoa
He takes over from Admiral Piero Pellizzari who was discharged from the service upon reaching the age limit
In the first quarter of 2025, China's CIMC recorded a 12.7% increase in container sales
Hong Kong
Revenues grew by +11.0%
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
The fourth edition of the national conference "Interporti al centro" will be held on May 23rd
Rome
Organized by UIR, it is scheduled at the Interporto Rivers in Venice
A conference on maritime engineering works and climate change in Rome on Wednesday
Rome
It will be held at the Auditorium Fondazione MAXXI
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Proposed 30% increase for port tariffs to be in phases, says Loke
(Free Malaysia Today)
Damen Mangalia Unionists Protest Friday Against Possible Closure
(The Romania Journal)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo
Roma, 18 settembre 2024
››› File
Last year, the revenues of the Chinese group CMPort increased by +3.1%
Hong Kong
In the first three months of 2025, port terminals handled 36.4 million containers (+5.6%)
The financial statements of the AdSP of Western Liguria and the Central-Northern Tyrrhenian Sea have been approved
Genoa/Civitavecchia
Konecranes revenues increased by +7.7% in the first three months of 2025
Helsinki
343 million euros of new orders for port vehicles (+37.5%)
Kuehne+Nagel posts first quarter of growth
Schindellegi
The logistics group's net sales amounted to 6.33 billion Swiss francs (+14.9%)
Application by TDT (Grimaldi group) for the construction and management of 50% of the Terminal Darsena Europa in Livorno
Leghorn
The company has requested an extension of the duration of the current concession
In 2024, 58 million invested in the modernization of the ports of Livorno, Piombino and the island of Elba
Leghorn
The final budget and the annual report of the AdSP have been approved
EIB advice to strengthen climate resilience of the ports of Volos, Alexandroupolis and Patras
Luxembourg
It will assist port authorities in identifying and managing climate risks
In the first quarter the port of Valencia handled 1.3 million containers (+3.4%)
Valencia
Transhipment traffic decline
The Management Committee of the Central Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has unanimously approved the 2024 financial statement
Naples
SOS LOGistica will acquire the qualification of Third Sector Entity
Milan
The association currently has 74 members
In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in the ports of Barcelona and Algeciras decreased
Barcelona/Algeciras
Hupac transfers intermodal service with Padua to Novara
Noise
Until now the other terminal was the one in Busto Arsizio
PSA SECH has operated the first 400-meter train at Parco Ferroviario Rugna
Genoa
Capacity up to 20 pairs of trains per day
The 2024 financial statement of the Eastern Liguria Port Authority was unanimously approved
The Spice
The war clearance preparatory to the expansion of the Ravano Terminal in La Spezia is nearing completion
The Spice
The AdSP has invested over 600 thousand euros in it
Francesco Rizzo appointed president of the AdSP of the Strait
Rome
He has repeatedly denounced the uselessness of the construction of the bridge over the Strait
US aircraft attack Yemeni port of Ras Isa
Tampa/Beirut
38 dead and over a hundred injured
In 2025 Stazioni Marittime predicts an increase in ferry and cruise traffic in the port of Genoa
MIT Mobility Report Highlights Rising Demand for Both Passengers and Freight
Rome
In the first quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports decreased by -5.6%
St. Petersburg
Both dry goods (-5.3%) and liquid bulk (-5.8%) are decreasing
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