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Exim India web site
JUNE 21, 2024
  • Cabinet approves development of all-weather greenfield deep-draft Major Port at Vadhvan in Maharashtra
  • Höegh Autoliners celebrates 15 years of pioneering success in India
  • Allcargo's ECU Worldwide appoints Rajneesh Garg as Chief Information Officer
  • Cotton exports seen soaring by 67 pc
  • Minister discusses 100-day action plan with Major Port Chairpersons, other key officials
  • NHAI signs MoU with IIIT Delhi to enhance road safety by deploying Artificial Intelligence
  • Three-wheeler exports dip in May
  • APSEZ shines in World Bank's global container port rankings
  • India fastest growing Asia-Pacific economy: Moody's
  • CMA CGM PSS from Asia to the Middle East Gulf, Red Sea & Indian Subcontinent
  • Russia mulls shipping coal to India via INSTC
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International Transport Journal web site
JUNE 21, 2024
  • Panoramic view at Lake Geneva
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  • Milestone birthday for Korean Air Cargo in Vienna
  • Etihad Cargo boosts direct e-booking connectivity
  • Pushing ahead with electrification
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  • DP World's UK expansion
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The Loadstar web site
JUNE 20, 2024
  • APMT eyes partnership in India's 'global top 10 port' project at Vadhavan
  • The government of India has given the final nod for a high-stakes port project on the west coast: a greenfield harbour at Vadhavan, some 120 miles north of Mumbai. The investment ...
  • Mærsk CEO Clerc by the book - 'to each their own'
  • Felixstowe intermodal services partially blocked by train derailment
  • Airline connectivity still lacking, claim, as Etihad and K+N unveil direct ebooking
  • Struggling Forward Air sharpens its job axe again in bid to cut costs
  • South Korean ferry operator Panstar ventures into 'cut-throat' liner sector
  • Port of Antwerp-Bruges can help shippers 'get your boxes off the roads'
  • With the US and EU putting up barriers, Chinese EVs could divert to SE Asia
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Marine Log web site
JUNE 20, 2024
  • Bollinger launches inaugural Shipfitter Bootcamp
    This week, Bollinger Shipyards kicked off the inaugural Shipfitter Bootcamp. The innovative workforce development initiative is being launched in cooperation with Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College (MGCCC), the Southern Mississippi Planning &
  • Hanwha to acquire Philly Shipyard
    In deal that was first reported as in the works last October, Philly Shipyard is to be acquired by Korea's Hanwha Group, whose Hanwha Ocean is the former the former Daewoo Shipbuilding
  • VIDEO: Shipping industry appalled as Houthi attacks continue
    Video has emerged showing the Houthi attack on the MV Tutor with an explosive laden drone boat. That attack eventually led to the sinking of the vessel, which has now been confirmed

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Container News web site
JUNE 20, 2024
  • Are You Eligible for Benefits Under The Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act?
    A career in the maritime industry can be rewarding, but it's also physically demanding and potentially dangerous. The hours are long, and you're often working in adverse weather conditions, and you're also dealing with heavy machinery, hazardous substances, and slippery surfaces. To help ensure maritime workers receive compensation for job-related injuries and illnesses, federal law provides bene
  • Sea-Intelligence discusses costs for carriers of maintaining loyalty
    One of the key challenges in container shipping is the lack of enforceability in shipper/carrier contracts, according to Sea-Intelligence. With the recent sharp increase in freight rates, there have been calls for carriers to adhere to contracts and moderate their revenue pursuits, noted the data analysis firm. This implies that shippers would, in turn, honour contracts when the market declines.
  • Maher Terminals installs Kalmar Collision Warning System on straddle carriers
    Maher Terminals LLC, a multi-user container terminal operator running North America's largest marine container terminal in the Port of New York and New Jersey, has recently installed the Kalmar Collision Warning System on 36 of its straddle carriers, with a further 68 machines to follow in 2024 and 2025. Maher Terminals aims to install the system on all machines in the fleet, comprising over 270
  • MSC strengthens Asia-Mexico service network
    Swiss/Italian container line MSC is launching a new shuttle service, Dhalia, to provide additional capacity for Asia to Mexico West Coast routes. According to the company's statement, this new service will provide customers with a premium loop rotation serving South China to Mexico trade as well as additional network coverage and frequency between Asia and Mexico. Dhalia joins MSC's existing Ande
  • Baltic Hub commences construction of third deep-water quay
    Baltic Hub, a member of PSA Group, announced a significant milestone in its expansion efforts by laying the cornerstone for the new T3 terminal in Poland on 5 June. This development marks an important step toward enhancing its position as the leading container hub in the Baltic Sea region. The addition of a third deep-water quay and expanded storage yards signifies a strategic advancement aimed a
  • SAAM Terminals invests US$500,000 in simulator for crane operator training
    SAAM Terminals aims to train new crane operators and enhance the skills of current ones with advanced exercises. The company has invested US$500,000 in a state-of-the-art simulator from Canadian firm CM Labs Simulators. "This equipment is pioneering in the Chilean port industry. It offers ground-breaking graphic realism and accurately emulates the movements and forces applied during crane operati
  • MPC Container Ships secures ship acquisitions and new charter package deal
    MPC Container Ships ASA (MPCC) has announced the acquisition of two 3,500 TEU vessels and a charter agreement package for 10 vessels, including the new acquisitions. The Norwegian ship owner bought two 3,500 TEU vessels for US$47.25 million. The vessels are expected to be handed over from their current owner in the third quarter of 2024 and will be delivered into pre-agreed firm 36-month time cha
  • More berths to open early in new Singapore port to alleviate logjams
    Singapore plans to speed up the opening of berths in the new megaport in the city-state's Tuas industrial estate to cater to the growing number of boxship calls. Besides the eight existing berths on the north side of Tuas Port, terminal operator PSA will expedite the opening of three new berths later this year to increase overall port handling capacity. Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (M
  • Singapore oil spill: Minister says most oil removed
    Singapore's Transport Minister said today (20 June) that much progress has been made in cleaning up the oil spill that happened six days ago. Chee Hong Tat said in a Facebook post, "We have made progress in the clean-up, but it will still take some time before the oil will be completely removed. Currently, we are focused on cleaning up the oil slicks and sheens from water and land which are visib
  • KEZAD Group, Astha Biotech ink US$12 million deal for microalgae plant in Abu Dhabi
    Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD) Group, the largest operator of integrated and purpose-built economic zones, has partnered with Astha Biotech, a UAE-based investment and development company, to establish a new facility in KEZAD Al Ain. The lease agreement was signed at the Make It In The Emirates Forum 2024. "We are more than happy to welcome Astha Biotech, an infrastructure company with
  • DP World opens largest-ever warehouse in UK
    DP World has announced the opening of the largest-ever warehouse in the United Kingdom, with the 55,550 m² facility in Coventry being part of a US$63.5 million investment. The new warehouse, internally fitted out for US$43.2 million and completed last month following a two-year construction period alongside developer SEGRO PLC, includes a new fully Automated Case Retrieval (ACR) system expected t
  • MSC launches new service linking major Asian and European ports
    MSC announced the launch of its new service, Britannia, which will enhance port connections through a corridor from China and Vietnam to the port of Liverpool in the United Kingdom. This new loop provides access to the port of Vung Tau, establishing a direct link to Liverpool and MSC hubs in Rotterdam, Antwerp, and Hamburg, while also connecting to destinations in Scandinavia and the Baltic regio
  • Emirates Shipping Line debuts reefer container order
    Emirates Shipping Line (ESL) has acquired 300 Carrier Transicold PrimeLINE ® container refrigeration units aiming to expand its reefer capabilities. "We are excited about this in-fleeting and are confident that Carrier Transicold's PrimeLINE units will help us create optimal solutions for our customers who ship temperature-sensitive cargo," said Caesar Yiu, Head of Container Management at ESL. "I
  • CMA CGM announces PSS from Med to US, Mexico, Canada East Coast & US Gulf
    CMA CGM has announced the implementation of a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS), starting from 15 July 2024 (loading date) until further notice. The surcharge will apply to cargo originating from the West Mediterranean, Adriatic, Black Sea, and East Med (excluding Egypt) and destined for the US East Coast, US Gulf, Mexico East Coast, and Canada East Coast. The PSS will be US$350 per 20' container and U

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Splash web site
JUNE 20, 2024
  • Tsakos Energy Navigation makes LR1 newbuild move
    Greek owner Tsakos Energy Navigation (TEN) has set out to expand its tanker fleet with five additional newbuilds. The New York-listed firm, which earlier this year booked a 154,400 dwt shuttle tanker at Samsung Heavy Industries in South Korea, has revealed "firm discussions" with a Far Eastern yard for the construction of five LR1 vessels. ...
  • Heidmar in second try to go public via new merger deal
    Athens-based pool operator and shipmanager Heidmar has lined up a merger deal with lifestyle brand portfolio company MGO Global, marking the company's second attempt at a stock market listing. Pankaj Khanna-led Heidmar, with more than 60 tankers and bulkers under commercial management, first tried to go public via a merger with Home Plate Acquisition Corporation ...
  • Hanwha strikes $100m deal for Philly Shipyard
    South Korean conglomerate Hanwha has sealed a deal to take over Aker-controlled US shipbuilder Philly Shipyard. Oslo-listed yard said it is selling the business to defence specialist Hanwha Systems and shipbuilder Hanwha Ocean for $100m in cash. The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter of this year, and the closing price could ...
  • Genting awards FLNG construction deal worth over $1bn to Wison New Energies
    Malaysia's Genting has contracted Chinese company Wison New Energies for the construction of a 1.2m tonnes per annum FLNG facility in West Papua, Indonesia, in a deal valued over $1bn. The contract executed by Genting subsidiaries, Genting Oil & Gas Sdn Bhd and PT Layar Nusantara Gas (PTLNG), for the FLNG facility is 962.8m but ...
  • RightShip and Windward create risk management solution for chartering operations
    London-listed predictive maritime intelligence firm Windward and ESG-focused digital maritime platform RightShip have teamed up to enable cross-platform data sharing. The partnership will see Windward's sanctions insights integrated into RightShip's platform and vetting workflow. The partnership aims to address the growing challenges the maritime industry faces, including regulatory compliance, s
  • Danish shipping companies retain special tax relief
    Shipowners' organisation Danish Shipping has welcomed the country's decision to maintain seafarer tax exemptions under the Danish International Ship Register (DIS) scheme. Earlier this year, an expert group led by businessman Christian Frigast proposed to scrap the DIS scheme, claiming it could save over a billion DKK but that it would also result in significantly ...
  • New Houthi tactics put seafarers on edge
    The Houthis have ratcheted up the fear factor for seafarers heading to the Middle East - as well as families at home - with their latest video showcasing how they managed to deploy boats packed with explosives to take out the Greek-controlled Tutor kamsarmax last week, a first-of-its-kind attack in the Houthis' seven-month campaign against ...
  • Sirius Shipping secures employment for methanol-ready tanker newbuilds
    Swedish tanker owner Sirius Shipping has sealed a charter deal with compatriot refiner Preem for two methanol-ready oil and chemical carriers under construction in China. Donsö-based Sirius has two 15,000 dwt ships booked at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard in Yangzhou, with the first delivery expected in the second half of 2026. Once delivered, the two ...
  • Cyan Renewables sends improved takeover offer for MMA Offshore
    Singapore-based offshore wind vessel pure-play Cyan Renewables has sent an improved offer to buy 100% of shares in Perth-based OSV operator MMA Offshore. Cyan, a subsidiary of Cyan Renewables, sent an initial offer to buy shares in the Australian company in March for AUD 2.60 ($1.73) per share. The takeover scheme values MMA's equity at ...
  • ShipServ CEO steps up to lead Marcura
    Maritime tech firm Marcura Group has promoted the head of ShipServ as it plots a leadership transition. Henrik Hyldahn has taken over as group CEO from Marcura co-founder Jens Lorens Poulsen, who has moved to become chair of the board. Christian Siemers Haunso, co-founder and former chair of the board, has stepped aside from his ...
  • CDB Leasing picks up four ships from Dynagas LNG Partners
    CDB Leasing has purchased four liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers from entities linked to George Procopiou-backed Dynagas LNG Partners. The Hong Kong-listed leasing unit of China Development Bank said it is paying up to $477.5m for the 149,700 cu m vessels Clean Energy, Ob River and Amur River, built between 2007 and 2008, and the ...
  • India allocates over $890m in funding for offshore wind
    India's Union Cabinet has approved the viability gap funding scheme for offshore wind energy projects totalling $892.3m. This includes $820.5m for the installation and commissioning of 1GW of offshore wind energy projects - 500MW each off the coast of Gujarat and Tamil Nadu - and a grant of $71.8m for upgrading two ports to meet ...
  • Authorities advance plan for offshore wind near US territories
    The US Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) is requesting ideas for baseline environmental and socioeconomic studies regarding potential offshore wind energy activities in the US territories. BOEM is also inviting entities in the US territories that have the capabilities, expertise, and interest in carrying out environmental monitoring and conducting studies. To formally request ideas ...
  • MPC Container Ships adds to fleet as it lands 10-ship charter deal
    MPC Container Ships (MPCC) has strengthened its fleet with two secondhand units and secured long-term employment for 10 vessels, including the latest purchases. The Oslo-listed tonnage provider will be adding a brace of 2009-built 3,500 teu vessels in the third quarter of 2024 for $47.25m. The duo has already been fixed for 36 months with ...
  • Seatrium pays $57m arbitration settlement over newbuild Awilco rig
    Seatrium's wholly owned subsidiary, Seatrium New Energy and RigCo Holding, have entered into a settlement agreement with Awilco Drilling. Seatrium said one of the Awilco units - Awilco Rig 2 (AR2) - will receive a $57m settlement related to an arbitration with Seatrium New Energy, formerly Keppel Fels. AR2 won an arbitration award in November ...
  • New Delhi approves giant west coast port development
    A long-planned mega port has got the green light from New Delhi. The giant Vadhavan port, located some 125 km north of Mumbai on India's west coast, has been discussed for more than a decade, but finally, the Narendra Modi administration has approved the huge $9.1bn development. The first of two construction phases is expected ...
  • Clearing the air on shipping pollution and climate change
    Dr Sian Prior, lead advisor to the Clean Arctic Alliance, reacts to recent news headlines that cutting shipping pollution contributes to a more extreme global temperature rise. She provides scientific context for these reports, and argues that more regulation of shipping is needed to combat the industry's climate impacts. News of a study made recent climate headlines ...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JUNE 20, 2024
  • US truckload spot rate metric turns positive for first time in 27 months
    The average US transactional dry-van truckload rate rose "a fraction" above its year-ago level Wednesday, following strong year-over-year gains in spot market volumes, according to DAT Freight & Analytics.
  • HMM deploying more extra loaders to aid South Korean exporters
    With backing from the South Korea government, HMM is deploying more ships to help the country's exporters weather soaring container rates amid heightened demand for their goods.
  • MSC adds to growing Asia-Mexico service launches
    Mediterranean Shipping Co. increasing capacity between Asia and the West Coast of Mexico amid surging foreign direct investment by China into Mexico.
  • Global disruption further complicates ocean carrier network building
    How do you build a robust, resilient system in the face of operational and geopolitical disruptions that throw conventional container shipping networks into disarray?
  • Charleston pausing berth project to ease vessel backlog
    Suspending construction work will allow the Port of Charleston to reopen all three berths in the Wando Welch terminal for two weeks and reduce a backlog of anchored vessels, but ocean carriers should anticipate at least two days of waiting to get a berth once work resumes.
  • Brazil north-south, Asia-ECSA rates hit recent highs on strong demand, congestion
    Local forwarders say the rate hikes are partly due to worsening delays at key ports in Brazil, with ongoing construction work closing part of Navegantes and vessel diversions from that port overwhelming other gateways.

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TradeWinds web site
JUNE 20, 2024
  • Synergy strikes deal with Baltimore to allow some Dali crew to head home
    Others will remain as Department of Justice continues investigation
  • Jefferies upgrades liner companies with Houthi attacks likely to persist into 2025
    Operators already covering with longer charters, but talk of further newbuildings could be long-term damper
  • GreenSeas bin goes international as IMO chief unveils latest London landmark
    IMO visitors will be able to gaze on BinForGreenSeas No 18 from terrace of headquarters
  • Tsakos Energy Navigation hikes newbuilding plan by five tankers
    Oil majors are grabbing modern ships as soon as his company buys them or orders them, Nikolas Tsakos says
  • Heidmar tries again for Nasdaq listing in $300m merger with lifestyle brand
    Tanker and bulker manager will debut on New York exchange in the third quarter
  • Hanwha buys Rokke's Philly Shipyard for $100m cash
    Parties see transaction closing in fourth quarter
  • 'Huge escalation': Shipowners fear spike in Houthi hostility after rebels finish off Evalend ship
    'What's coming is greater', Yemeni rebels warn after double strike sending Greek bulker to the bottom of the Red Sea
  • Results of AP Moller-Maersk transformation have to be seen right now, boss Vincent Clerc says
    CEO of liner giant promises results of strategic streamlining will be evident in next earnings statement
  • Ukrainian ship abandoned after Houthi strike is afloat and receiving help
    Despite a blaze on board, there is still hope for the 11,400-dwt Verbena (built 2008)
  • Greek owner DryDel makes rare bulker sale as it takes first Namura newbuilding
    Costas Delaportas-led outfit shakes out modern, scrubber-fitted ultramax to Chinese buyers
  • 'Unprecedented conditions': Chemical tanker consolidation set to surge in booming market
    Analysts argue that merger-and-acquisition landscape has changed since big-ticket deals in previous decade
  • New sanctions targeting LNG and shadow fleet backed by EU
    Reports suggest new deal includes measures aimed at Russian gas and new designations for oil tankers
  • John Fredriksen's offshore firm Paratus Energy valued at $755m in Oslo listing
    Trading of shares on Euronext Growth Oslo to start about 28 June
  • 'Competition was fierce': Norway opens wallet for ammonia and hydrogen shipping
    Norwegian climate fund manager spends more than $100m in its largest outlay in the maritime transport sector
  • Britannia braces for Baltimore bridge claims with robust balance sheet
    London-based protection and indemnity provider bounces back to report strong investment returns in 2023/24
  • Cash piles, canal chaos and compliance: Why big guns are mulling orders for 100-plus container ships
    Competition for shipyard space is running hot as leading players jostle to place orders
  • John Fredriksen's Seatankers linked to mystery Wuchang Shipbuilding order
    Series of construction ships boosted to four units, according to Norwegian designer Salt
  • Videos show multiple Houthi attacks and explosions that sunk Evalend ship
    Houthi footage appears to show second blast that may have taken place after crew was evacuated
  • International Seaways shreds boring tag with dividend racing to $472m in 18 months
    New York tanker owner tells how 'disciplined' strategy to capital allocations is paying off
  • Amon Maritime breaks into gas market with ammonia-fuelled ships backed by Norwegian state cash
    Amon Maritime spin-off wins $17m from energy transition agency Enova
  • Mystery shrouds fate of Ukrainian ship hit by uncontrollable fire after Houthi strike
    Ukrainian owner stays mum and western navies profess to have no information
  • New York, Oslo or both? Why marrying Norwegian nous with US scale makes sense for shipping companies
    As rival shipping stock capitals compete, dual listings appear to be catching on
  • First tanker opens eastbound sailings season on Northern Sea Route
    But industry waits and watches for start of LNG transits
  • Marcura shakes up top management after ShipServ takeover
    Dubai shipping platform says move underlines commitment to innovation and growth
  • Methanol pioneer Maersk spreads future fuel bet with latest newbuilding play
    Tonnage providers and Chinese yards in mix for what could be a change of tack for liner giant
  • Nordic American Tankers to see big spike in rates despite 'dangerous' peak oil forecast
    Clarksons Securities bullish on suezmax prospects as debate rages over demand
  • John Fredriksen's offshore firm Paratus Energy valued at $755m in Oslo listing
    Trading of shares on Euronext Growth Oslo to start on 28 June
  • MPC Container Ships buys first vessels in a year as it seals 10 charters with major line
    German owner splashes $47.25m on boxship pair with new charters in place
  • New York, Oslo or both? Why marrying Norwegian nouse with US scale makes sense for shipping companies
    As rival shipping stock capitals compete, dual listings appear to be catching on
  • Video shows exploding Houthi drone zeroing in on Evalend ship it would sink
    Houthi footage appears to show second blast that may have taken place after crew was evacuated from ship
  • CDB Leasing adds more LNG carriers to fleet after deal with Dynagas
    Hong Kong company has done LNG carrier deals with Awilco LNG, GasLog and now George Procopiou
  • Agricore Shipping expands fleet with ultramax bulk carrier orders in China
    Chinese-owned company orders quartet at Jiangsu Hantong
  • Singapore's Cyan forced to cough up more cash for MMA takeover
    Suitor offers $267m more to shareholders in bid to win control of offshore energy company

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American Shipper web site
JUNE 20, 2024
  • PayCargo collects $16M from CargoSprint in FreightTech trademark case
    A long-standing dispute between logistics technology providers ended with a $16 million payment from CargoSprint to PayCargo.
  • Amazon transferring Boeing 737-800 cargo jets to Sun Country Airlines
    Sun Country Airlines will operate 20 freighter aircraft for Amazon by late 2025 after the retailer agreed to expand its partnership with the passenger and charter airline.

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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
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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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