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Exim India web site
OCTOBER 28, 2024
  • JNPA issues Standard Operating Procedure for payment at empty container depot
  • Bombay Overseas Freight Brokers Association holds 69th AGM
  • Digitization of Customs Bonded Warehouse procedures relating to obtaining Warehouse Licenses, Bond to Bond Movement of warehoused goods and uploading of Monthly returns
  • APSEZ completes acquisition of 80% stake in marine service provider Astro Offshore Group
  • Mukesh Mangal appointed Joint Secretary in MoPSW; Premjit Lal the new Executive Director of ITPO
  • CWC Regional Manager and DPA Chairman hold discussions on enhancing synergy
  • CONCOR's Varnama terminal to be connected to the DFC soon
  • DGFT lifts curb on non-basmati white rice exports
  • Baltic Exchange Market Report (25 October 2024)
  • JNCH advisory calls for refraining from penalising Customs Brokers in a routine manner in matters involving interpretation of statute
  • Govt notifies policy conditions for sesame seeds export to US
  • Fragmentation of dry bulk freight market seen
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International Transport Journal web site
OCTOBER 28, 2024
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  • Green light for class I-to-class I interchange
  • Vice-chair steps into the shoes of Peter Mollema
  • Five-in-one foldable container launched
  • Yusen's new Charleston hub
  • Two conferences in Vienna
  • Woodside joins pallet network
  • 512,000 t of airfreight
  • Raja picks sales director for France
  • Rotterdam adopts 'Secure Chain' for imports
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
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The Loadstar web site
OCTOBER 25, 2024
  • Carriers may have 'overshot' on capacity and will need to blank more sailings
  • $102m settlement agreed in first case after MV Dali's Baltimore bridge crash
  • The absurdly simple freight rate shipping cycle - except when it's not
  • Surprise meets Virgin Atlantic Cargo's 'bizarre' daily cargo flight to Brussels
  • Starlux Airlines raises $293m in IPO and aims to build freighter fleet
  • Coyote out, USPS in, and yet another dispiriting UPS SCS update
  • Could this five-in-one collapsible container finally be the game-changer?

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Marine Log web site
OCTOBER 25, 2024
  • Bollinger Shipyards lays keel for ULA's new SpaceShip
    Bollinger Shipyards yesterday held a ceremony at its Bollinger Marine Fabricators shipyard in Amelia, La., to lay the keel for the future R/S SpaceShip. SpaceShip is being built for ULA (United Launch

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Container News web site
OCTOBER 25, 2024
  • Container Shipping Weekly Stock Highlights: Market Trends
    The container shipping industry has been experiencing a dynamic shift in market conditions, significantly impacting the stock performance of various key players. Recent stock price movements reveal a mixed landscape, characterized by fluctuations that reflect underlying trends in global trade, operational challenges, and shifting investor sentiment. As companies navigate supply chain disruptions,
  • Hapag-Lloyd applies new surcharge in Gambia
    German ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd has announced a new peak season surcharge (PSS) from Europe, Middle East & Indian Subcontinent, and North & Latin America to Gambia's port of Banjul. A surcharge of US$825/€750 per container will be implemented for all equipment types. This surcharge will take effect on November 15 for ports in Northern Europe, Southern Europe, the Middle East, and the Indian Subc
  • Imminent new strike in Montreal port
    CUPE 375, the union representing longshore workers in Montreal, eastern Canada's largest port, has issued a 24-hour strike notice, running from 7 am local time on 27 October, to 6.59 am (local time) on 28 October. The strike comes amid an ongoing industrial action that started on 10 October. An earlier three-day strike, which disrupted operations at the Viau and Maisonneuve (Termont) terminals, e
  • Vessel orders cause market paradox of falling demand and rates
    Market analytics platform Xeneta has analysed the apparent contradiction in container shipping which has seen rising demand met with falling freight rates. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! Mary Anne Evans Correspondent at Large If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container News .
  • Tighter margins for DSV and K+N in 2024 to date
    DSV and Kuehne + Nagel, the world's two largest freight forwarding groups, saw their profit margins squeezed for the first nine months of 2024. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! Martina Li Asia Correspondent If you liked this post, please consider donating The post appeared first on Container News .
  • Maritime Trade Dynamics: Evaluating resilience and risk across key global routes
    The 2024 Maritime Trade Review by UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) indicates that trade routes linked to emerging markets are anticipated to be the most dynamic in 2024, influenced by trends towards securing dependable supply chains and shaped by trade and industrial policies. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! If you liked this post, please co
  • Toll invests over US$130 million to upgrade its fleet
    Australian logistics company Toll Group plans to invest A$200 million (US$132.6 million) in new vehicles aiming to refresh its fleet. The investment will see 25% of the company's Australian fleet renewed, with the introduction of nearly 400 Euro 6 standard prime movers and 20 rigid vehicles. The fleet renewal investment is in partnership with Penske, Volvo Group Australia, and Isuzu, while the ve
  • Porto Itapoá hits 1 million TEU milestone faster than ever
    Brazil's Porto Itapoá has achieved another container milestone, handling 1 million TEUs in the first 10 months of 2024. This performance is translated to a new box volume record driven mainly by the completion of Phase III of the port's expansion in the first half of the year. The Latin American port has increased the size of its yard to a capacity of 455,000 m², which is the largest in Santa Cat
  • Port of Montreal signs decarbonization agreement with SOFIAC
    In a bid to enhance energy efficiency and reduce its carbon footprint, the Montreal Port Authority (MPA) has entered into a partnership with SOFIAC, an investment fund specializing in decarbonization. SOFIAC will support the Canadian port in a comprehensive energy efficiency project that can potentially reduce greenhouse gas emissions from its operational buildings by over 60%. With a multi-milli
  • Konecranes records improved financial results
    Finnish port equipment manufacturer Konecranes has reported strong results with operating profit of €365 million, order intake of €2.8 billion and sales of €3 billion for the first three quarters of the year. Additionally, the company's comparable EBITA margin reached 13% and comparable EBITA climbed to €392.2 million. Konecranes CEO Anders Svensson commented, "Konecranes delivered another strong
  • Grace Ocean and Synergy to pay over US$100 million for Baltimore bridge collapse
    Grace Ocean, the owner, and Synergy Marine, the operator of the container ship Dali, which destroyed the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore in April, have agreed to pay US$101,980,000 to resolve a civil claim brought by the United States for costs borne from the bridge collapse. The settlement resolves the United States' claims for civil damages for US$103,078,056 under the Rivers and Harbors
  • Miros assumes full ownership of Miros Mocean
    Norway-based maritime technology company Miros AS has acquired full ownership of Miros Mocean AS, enhancing its ability to provide cutting-edge real-time ocean insights, benefiting all relevant market segments, including commercial shipping. As of September 2024, Miros acquired all remaining shares in Miros Mocean from its joint venture partners, BW Group and Copenhagen Commercial Platform (CCP).
  • MSC announces rotation change in US-SAEC service
    To maintain schedule reliability, the world's largest container line MSC has decided to adjust the rotation of its service connecting the United States with the East Coast of South America. Consequently, Florida's Port Everglades will be reintroduced Brazil's port of Itajai will replace the port of Navegantes into the service rotation. The first vessel, which will run on the following updated por
  • DACHSER enhances innovative rolling container for store deliveries
    DACHSER has enhanced its innovative rolling container, the Retail Box, originally designed for transporting both hanging and flat garments to retailers. This container ensures that clothing arrives at retail stores without wrinkles or creases, marking a significant achievement in fashion logistics. Initially launched about five years ago, the Retail Box has now been improved and is available in t

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Splash web site
OCTOBER 25, 2024
  • F. Laeisz buys into Diana Shipping
    German-based Reederei F. Laeisz has placed its bets on the dry bulk sector with an investment in Greek owner Diana Shipping. The Nikolaus Schües-led shipping group has snapped up about 6.3m shares in New York-listed Diana, equal to a 5% stake. The move on the Athens-based Diana, revealed in a filing to the US Securities ...
  • West Africa cape volumes spike
    Guinea's emergence as a source of great cargoes for the cape trades and China's booming electric vehicle manufacturers is increasingly being joined by other West African nations. Led by Guinean stems, capesize and above parcels ex-West Africa have increased by a per annum growth rate of 19.6% since 2018, according to analysts at broker BRS ...
  • Shearwater wins more work with TotalEnergies in Angola
    Norwegian offshore seismic contractor Shearwater GeoServices has secured more work for TotalEnergies in Angola. The Bergen-based company has won a second ocean bottom node (OBN) survey contract in the country on the southwestern coast of Africa this month following the award for a project at block B32. The new project involves a three-month deepwater OBN ...
  • Globus Maritime brings in two bulkers from chairman Feidakis
    Greek dry bulk owner Globus Maritime has picked up a pair of kamsarmaxes in a deal with its chairman Georgios Feidakis. The Nasdaq-listed company is paying $54m for the two unnamed scrubber-fitted ships built in 2014 and 2016. The 2016-built 81,119 dwt unit came at $27.5m, while its two years older 81,817 dwt counterpart cost ...
  • SBM Offshore sells minority stake in FPSO Sepetiba to Chinese firm
    Dutch floater expert SBM Offshore has divested a 13.5% ownership interest in the special purpose companies related to the lease and operation of the FPSO Sepetiba to China Merchants Financial Leasing (CMFL). The two companies agreed back in February 2022 that CMFL would acquire its ownership interest after the FPSO had started operations. The FPSO ...
  • DEME bags cable installation work on Dutch offshore wind farm
    Belgian marine contractor DEME has won a contract to carry out transport and installation works for the inter-array cables and secondary steel for the OranjeWind offshore wind farm in the Netherlands. The wind farm is being developed by a joint venture of leading energy companies RWE and TotalEnergies and will have an installed capacity of ...
  • Indian steel giant JSW eyes container manufacturing
    One of India's largest conglomerates, JSW Group, is looking to enter the container manufacturing space. The Sajjan Jindal-led company, which is involved in steel, ports, energy, infrastructure, cement, automotive and paints, has hired consultants to identify the market potential to enter a sector that is currently heavily dominated by the Chinese. The move is also ...
  • Montreal port braces for another strike
    The union representing Port of Montreal longshore workers has issued a 24-hour strike notice, running from 7 am on Sunday in the latest industrial action to hit the North American east coast. The union already carried out a three-day strike in September and continues their strike action refusing to work overtime. Longshore workers at the Canadian port ...
  • Edwin Lampert: Mealtimes With My Maritime Friends
    Nauryz kozhe is a broth that tends to be consumed in new year celebrations in Kazakhstan, the world's largest landlocked country. Made with meat, kefir, rice, barley and noodles, the soup is meant to usher in good luck because it is considered a symbol of wealth and richness in the coming year. The recipe is ...

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Lloyd's List web site
OCTOBER 25, 2024
  • Daily Briefing
    Are shipping's progressives pushing forward or paused in political purgatory? | Grace Ocean and Synergy settle civil suit with US...
  • Container shipping rates show signs of life after multi-month slide
    The Shanghai Containerized Freight Index increased 6% versus the prior week, its largest weekly gain since late June. However, 'gravity...
  • What electric vehicles mean for oil demand and tanker markets
    The International Energy Agency's recent world energy outlook provided the first detailed forecasts to indicate the impact that electric cars...
  • Marine insurance is there for when the ship hits the span
    Accountants book prepaid premiums as an asset. And there's a reason for that
  • Maritime data specialist CargoMetrics collapses
    US data intelligence provider CargoMetrics had attracted a strong group of high-profile investors, including Google's Eric Schmidt and shipowner Idan...
  • Tug responsible for Trinidad and Tobago oil spill arrested in Angola
    The tug was towing the barge Gulfstream, which leaked 50,000 barrels of oil on to Tobago's coastline, and even spread...
  • Armed pirates sail from Somali port, Eunavfor warns
    Pirates have returned to the Indian Ocean after the monsoon season caused a lull in activity, EOS Risk Group head...
  • Climate change increasingly challenging European ports
    The European Sea Ports Organisation said 64% of ports it surveyed reported climate-related operational challenges in 2024, up from 47%...
  • LNG carriers and offshore projects keep Samsung Heavy profitable
    In the fourth quarter, the company aims to secure orders for environmentally friendly containerships and other projects to meet its...
  • Are shipping's progressives pushing forward or paused in political purgatory?
    Even shipping's green first movers are in wait-and-see mode right now as everyone awaits regulatory clarity. But no decision from...
  • Fortescue posts record first-quarter iron ore shipments
    The results represent a 4% increase on the same period last year and are a welcome good start to the...
  • Chinaland Shipping enters capesize sector with secondhand pair
    The company said the two newly added capesize dry bulkers will serve its efforts to expand its international tramping business
  • Dali's $100m-plus settlement with Department of Justice is fully insured, owners confirm
    No word on whether 'pay to be paid' rule invoked
  • Globus buys two kamsarmaxes from chairman
    Secondhand deal comes amid ongoing fleet expansion with ultramax newbuilds
  • Shipping corporate governance: the good, the bad and the ugly
    Lloyd's List senior US reporter Greg Miller speaks with equity analyst Michael Webber about his newly released ranking of public...
  • Port of Montreal braces for 24-hour strike
    The strike will last from 0700 hrs on Sunday October 27 to 0659 hrs on Monday October 28, affecting Montreal's...
  • Ruby to transfer ammonium nitrate in UK port after diplomatic limbo
    A ship caught in a media scare over fears about the safety of its cargo will transfer its load to...
  • Alternative fuel bunker fleet sees newbuildings and retrofits boost
    Almost half of all bunkering vessels ordered in 2024 have been contracted to serve the burgeoning LNG dual-fuel ship fleet...
  • TS Lines to raise up to $145m for fleet upgrade from Hong Kong IPO
    With a two-decade presence in China, the Taipei-based company acknowledges the risks posed by tensions across the Taiwan Strait
  • Grace Ocean and Synergy settle civil suit with US Justice Department for $102m
    The owners and managers of the containership Dali have settled with the US Department of Justice for $102m, a little...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
OCTOBER 25, 2024
  • ILA, USMX said to resume talks on new master contract in November
    Maritime employers and the longshore union representing dockworkers along the US East and Gulf coasts will restart negotiations in New Jersey next month, with automation the main issue at hand.
  • NY-NJ port veterans recall Maher executive Don McBeth
    McBeth, who passed away last week at age 83, was remembered as instrumental in the development of the Prince Rupert container terminal.
  • US export market navigating 'disruptive' peak season amid ag shipment growth
    Shippers and forwarders are reporting slowdowns at several inland gateways that are linked to seasonality, equipment placement, labor disruption and carrier behavior
  • Asia-Europe air cargo demand jumps while 'de minimis' scrutiny hampers trans-Pac
    The recent rise in volume to Europe contrasts sharply with China-to-US tonnage that in the second half has fallen far below year-over-year levels following greater scrutiny by US authorities on e-commerce imports.
  • Value of Schenker takeover will manifest in expanding services: DSV CEO
    Jens Lund this week emphasized the earnings potential of the takeover, pointing to greater scale and a wider portfolio of services that would increase the combined entity's reach.
  • FMC continues clawing back per diem charges for shippers
    The agency said it has secured more refunds and waivers for shippers in disputes with ocean carriers over detention and demurrage charges, with more investigations pending.
  • Ex-Mobile executive Branch named CEO of Port of New Orleans
    Beth Ann Branch is taking the reins as New Orleans develops the $1.8 billion Louisiana International Terminal, which will allow the port to service ultra-large container ships.

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TradeWinds web site
OCTOBER 25, 2024
  • World Kinect reports bunker profit growth despite volume slip
    Stock sinks after Stifel downgrade despite in-line results
  • Vessel linked to $244m Caribbean oil spill arrested by Trinidad & Tobago
    Tug Solo Creed had already been detained by authorities in Angola
  • Ports have organised crime and human trafficking in their sights
    Port association chair says guide will 'undoubtedly save lives'
  • d'Amico International scores long-term charter to extend deal hot-streak
    Italian owner announces second two-year deal in two months
  • South Korea's state-owned shareholders raise stake in flag-carrier HMM
    Big two investors hold 67% of liner operator after converting $474m of bonds
  • Solstad companies stay active in Brazil with trio of new deals
    Norwegian offshore player grabbing $53m on new contracts
  • Carriers plot rate hikes in anticipation of early Chinese New Year demand
    Longer transits as Houthi attacks continue could mean another early peak season
  • Bullying and sexual harassment at Lloyd's market firms surge after Covid return to work
    Financial regulator urges companies to reflect on how they are tackling workplace misconduct
  • VLCC owners crossing fingers for rate boost as Saudi port stays stretched, Signal says
    Big jump in time spent at key Ras Tanura terminal could mean more congestion lies ahead
  • Hoegh Autoliners share price drop sparks questions about car carrier market confidence
    DNB touts open contracts while Fearnley warns of lagging car sales
  • Green fuel challenges make first movers critical to maritime decarbonisation
    First movers face risks in the energy transition, but they can create significant opportunities, write Peter Jameson and Mette Asmussen
  • Taylor Maritime Investments bullish on bulkers as commodity demand strengthens
    Red Sea disruption will boost traditionally strong winter market, London-listed owner says
  • Olsen family's Bonheur doubles earnings in positive wind shipping market
    Cruise ship earnings also rising for Norwegian owner
  • Expanded Wagenborg fleet logs $91m profit drop as dry cargo rates weaken
    Dutch cargo ship group notes gradual decline from high level in 2022
  • After 36 years at Viking Line, 'true stalwart' Jan Hanses quits as CEO
    Tribute to man who led cruise operator through the pandemic
  • Costamare Bulkers sees two senior staff exit Hamburg office
    Greek owner remains committed to dry bulk following the departure of Kishore Anchan and Tom Hagen
  • Taylor Maritime seizes on 'historically high' prices to offload bulker quartet
    Ed Buttery-led owner says sales are cutting debt fast
  • Owner and manager of Baltimore bridge crash ship agree to pay $102m for clean-up costs
    Settlement is not related to liability in legal battle over bridge disaster, parties say
  • Chinaland Shipping scores capesize bulker debut with two secondhand vessels
    Company is stepping up its presence in the international market
  • NRP fund pays first $6.2m dividend after betting on bulkers, tankers and boxships
    Portfolio consists of holdings in 32 vessels with net asset value of $115m
  • SSY hires Braemar brokers and researcher in Athens
    Dimitris Kyrtsos will head S&P division alongside Toby English
  • Crude exports rise at Saudi VLCC port on Red Sea as pipeline volumes dodge Houthi threat
    Hormuz alternative provides a way to avoid Bab el-Mandeb Strait
  • How big brands can help stamp out the scourge of seafarer recruitment fees
    Shippers that care about their image can lead the fight against illegal practice
  • Samsung Heavy Industries cashes in on LNG carrier and production unit orders
    Shipbuilder is at 57% of its orderbook target as of end-September
  • Globus Maritime buys bulker duo from chairman George Feidakis
    Related-party deal allows New York-listed shipowner to use cash to purchase kamsarmaxes
  • Crude tanker newbuilding deliveries stretch out beyond three years as owners turn to China
    Tight yard space is making companies wait ever longer for new ships just as newbuilding appetite returns

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American Shipper web site
OCTOBER 25, 2024
  • Report says Russia aided Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping
    Russia conveyed Iranian data to help Houthi rebels in Yemen attack commercial shipping in the Red Sea.
  • Container ship companies to pay $102M in bridge collapse costs
    Grace Ocean and Synergy Marine have settled with the U.S. government but still face civil lawsuits resulting from a deadly container ship accident that brought down Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge.
  • East Coast port employers, longshore union to resume contract negotiations
    East Coast ocean carriers and terminal operators will resume bargaining with the International Longshoremen's Association on a new contract in November.
  • Hapag-Lloyd revises earnings forecast on Red Sea disruptions
    German transportation provider Hapag-Lloyd reported preliminary nine-month profits and raised its full-year forecast as vessel diversions pushed up shipping rates.
  • FEMA awards $2.6M security grant to Port of Long Beach
    Funding from FEMA will help protect operations and infrastructure at the second-busiest U.S. container hub.

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In the first half of 2026, freight traffic in the port of La Spezia grew by +2.0%
La Spezia
In decisa crescita il traffico delle merci nei porti tunisini
Nel trimestre aprile-giugno è stato di 7,4 milioni di tonnellate (+8,8%)
The port of Koper reports a 5.6% decrease in quarterly freight traffic
Ljubljana
In June the decline was -18.9%
Strait of Hormuz crisis has severe impact on DP World's financial and operating performance
Dubai
Container traffic at CK Hutchison terminals fell by -1% in the first six months of 2026.
Hong Kong
Excluding operations in Panama, volumes increased by +5%
In the first half of 2026, freight traffic in the port of Hamburg decreased by -3.1%.
Hamburg
Containers amounted to four million TEUs (-3.7%)
HMM's revenues increased by 29.7% in the second quarter
Seoul
Net profit down, weighed down by lower financial income
Evergreen's net profit grew by 43.9% in the April-June quarter.
Taipei
Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd benefit from the recovery of the container shipping market
Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd benefit from the recovery of the container shipping market
Copenhagen/Hamburg
The Danish company reports better quarterly performance than its German partner in Gemini Cooperation
Freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado remained stable in the second quarter
Genoa
Passenger numbers drop at both ports
In the second quarter, Yang Ming recorded a net profit growth of +610.7%.
Keelung
Revenues stable in the first half of 2026
Two ships attacked in the Gulf of Oman and off the coast of Yemen
Southampton
A container ship was reportedly hit by an American helicopter
The Northern Sea Route is not at all competitive with the sea route through Suez
Basel
Study by two researchers from Mokpo National Maritime University
The auction on August 28 is expected to confirm Rheinmetall-MSC's interest in the Romanian Mangalia shipyard.
Bucharest
In the second quarter, vessel traffic in the Panama Canal grew by +9.6%, but decreased significantly in June
In the second quarter, vessel traffic in the Panama Canal grew by +9.6%, but decreased significantly in June
Panama/Balboa
The ACP introduces new limitations on vessel draft and does not exclude reductions in the daily number of transits.
Contract with Fincantieri for the construction of a third cruise ship for Crystal is now in force
Monaco/Miami
Delivery is scheduled for 2034
More explosions in the Strait of Hormuz area
Southampton/Tehran
Iran-Oman negotiations continue, but reopening to ship transit still seems a long way off.
Shipping associations reiterate their opposition to mandatory tolls and tariffs for transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
Two ships attacked in the Red Sea
Southampton/San'a'/New Delhi
Indian vessel "Faize Noore Oliya" sunk, Houthis claim attack on "NCC Wafa"
Prologis makes $18.8 billion offer to buy Segro
San Francisco
The combination will create a European giant in the ownership and management of logistics properties
In the April-June quarter, ONE recorded an improvement in financial performance
Singapore
During the period the fleet transported almost 3.3 million containers (+2.9%)
Global Port Holdings' revenues grew by 27% in the first half of this year.
Istanbul
Gross operating margin up 22%
In the second quarter, naval traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +16.5%
In the second quarter, naval traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +16.5%
Cairo
In the first half of 2026, growth was +14.0%
In the second quarter of 2026, the Bosphorus Strait was crossed by 10,082 ships (+0.5%)
Ankara
In the first half of the year, naval traffic decreased by -0.5%
A report by the French National Assembly notes the competitive decline of the state's port ecosystem.
Paris
In the first half of 2026, FS's freight transport segment recorded a -2.7% drop in operating revenues
Rome
Traffic volumes amounted to approximately 8.8 billion tonne-km (-7.3%)
The EU ETS Observatory confirms that the emissions trading system is having a negative impact on EU ports.
Madrid
The proposed corrections are the broadening of the criteria for the designation of neighbouring container transhipment ports and a percentage reduction factor applied to the volume of CO2 emissions from ships.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings' revenues increased by 4.9% in the second quarter of 2026.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings' revenues increased by 4.9% in the second quarter of 2026.
Miami
New historical record of passengers embarking on the fleet's ships
Fincantieri's half-year revenues remain stable
Trieste
Net profit increased by 191.4%. New orders fell by 58.5%.
In the second quarter, freight traffic in Albanian ports grew by +8.9%
Tirana
The US think tank Open Markets Institute proposes the establishment of a public container shipping company
Washington
Rao: Today the United States depends on a cartel of six foreign shipping companies
Royal Caribbean reports record revenue for the April-June quarter
Miami
New all-time peak in turnover in the first half of 2026
In the second quarter, CMA CGM group revenues increased by +19.2%
Marseille/New York/Los Angeles
United Ports Joint Venture with Stonepeak Completed
PortXchange: To immediately reduce shipping emissions, we need to focus on ports.
Rotterdam
In the port of Trieste, bulk cargo is increasing and miscellaneous goods are decreasing.
Trieste
In the first six months of 2026, traffic in Monfalcone dropped by 24.9%.
Fermerci, freight train transport production in Italy could fall to 2015 levels this year.
Rome
Map: We are faced with data that exceeds all expectations.
Indian government approves $7.2 billion in aid for domestic shipbuilding
New Delhi
Strategy adopted today to revitalize the sector
Two Indian shipyards included in the new EU list of ship recycling facilities proposed by the Commission
Brussels/Washington
Satisfaction of ECSA and World Shipping Council
Hyundai and Siemens sign agreement for AI-powered shipbuilding
Washington
The goal is an autonomous manufacturing system in which all processes, including design, production, logistics, inspection and testing, are digitally connected.
African Union condemns attacks on tankers in Red Sea claimed by Houthis
Addis Ababa
Youssouf: The security of Red Sea shipping lanes is of vital strategic importance for Africa
In Genoa, Fincantieri delivered the new cruise ship Explora III to Explora Journeys.
Genoa
"Explora IV" and "Explora V" will follow in 2027 and "Explora VI" in 2028.
In the second quarter of 2019, bulk cargo volumes increased while general cargo volumes decreased.
Rotterdam
In the first half of 2026, 212.0 million tonnes of goods were moved (+0.4%)
In the second quarter, Spanish ports handled 144.8 million tonnes of goods (+2.9%)
Madrid
Record for conventional goods and containers (in TEU)
The EU Commission opens an in-depth investigation into the Saipem-Subsea7 merger.
Brussels
Brussels considers the effects of the operation to be particularly critical, especially in the SURF market.
Medlog (MSC Group) acquires a stake in Interporto Bologna
Bologna
Caliandro: Industrial development that will allow us to achieve our rail freight traffic objectives
The Barcelona Port Authority will acquire 40% of Terminal Intermodal de Navarra.
Barcelona
The remaining 60% of the capital will remain with Hutchison Ports Best
In the first half of this year, Chinese seaports handled 5.87 billion tons of cargo (+3.0%).
In the first half of this year, Chinese seaports handled 5.87 billion tons of cargo (+3.0%).
Beijing
New historical records for half-yearly and quarterly container traffic
Ports of Italy: The issue of competences divides the reform.
Rome
At the Confitarma conference, Rixi defends the new national control room, while experts and operators ask for clarity on the relationships with the AdSPs and on the resources of the new company.
The maritime sector is divided between cautious support and criticism over the EU ETS review.
Brussels/Washington/
Copenhagen/Piraeus/Rotterdam
Yet another attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
A tanker was hit and abandoned by the crew.
ECSA considers the proposed revision of the EU ETS to be a first step, but many others should follow.
Brussels
Raptis: It's a good idea to allocate system revenues at EU and national levels to support sustainable fuels.
ESPO: No to lowering the EU ETS application threshold from 5,000 to 400 GRT vessels.
Brussels
Appreciation for measures aimed at reducing evasive ship calls
T&E welcomes some new proposals from Brussels for the EU maritime ETS
Brussels
The association is more critical of the measures studied by the EU Commission for the aviation sector
For Assarmatori, the Commission's proposal on the EU ETS is timid, while more courageous measures were expected
Brussels
EU Maritime ETS: The European Commission partially accepts shipowners' requests.
Brussels
A new €110 million fund for clean fuels, non-permanent exemptions extended to 2035, an IMO deduction mechanism, and crackdowns on "evasive" transshipment ports.
Another ship was hit by a shell in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton/Tampa
US Marines conducted an inspection aboard a sanctioned oil tanker
Port of Gioia Tauro: First connection of a large container ship to the cold ironing system
Gioia Tauro
The ship "MSC Mirja" powered with a total power of approximately seven MW
In the second quarter of 2026, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2%.
Antwerp
Dry bulk volumes recovered and rolling stock increased. Other sectors declined.
COSCO Shipping Ports sets new quarterly and half-year container traffic records
Hong Kong
US forces struck the VLCC Belma sailing towards Iran's Kharg Island.
Tampa
It is operated by the Emirati Max Maritime Solutions which is subject to US sanctions
In May, freight traffic in the port of Genoa was stable, while in Savona-Vado it decreased
Genoa
In the first five months of 2026, containers amounted to 1,199,914 TEUs (-2.8%), of which 999,228 (-1.4%) and 200,686 (-9.2%) were handled by the two ports respectively.
Turkey's GIH acquires Royal Caribbean's stakes in Kusadasi and Lisbon cruise terminals
Istanbul
Shareholdings rose to 99.99% and 60% respectively
In the first half of the year, Russian ports handled 451.5 million tons of cargo (+5.8%)
St. Petersburg
Record traffic in the second quarter
Trump backtracks on 20% tax on ships passing through Hormuz under US protection
Trump backtracks on 20% tax on ships passing through Hormuz under US protection
Washington/Southampton/Rotterdam
Meanwhile, another tanker, the "Stolt Magnesium", was hit by a missile near Oman
European shipowners call for permanent derogations from the EU maritime ETS after 2030
Brussels
Exemptions for connections with islands and outermost regions, for polar class vessels, for transnational public service obligations and for search and rescue activities
The rail sector is calling for recognition of its contribution to decarbonisation in the EU ETS review.
Brussels
Two VLCCs operated by the UAE's ADNOC were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz.
Abu Dhabi/Tampa
US Central Command announces reinstatement of blockade on maritime traffic in and out of Iranian ports
Trump announces a tax on goods passing through the Strait of Hormuz protected by the US
Washington/Portsmouth
Expected to be equal to 20% of the value of the transported loads
Six-monthly vessel traffic in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore increased by +3.7%
Port Klang
In the second quarter of this year alone, a decrease of -0.5% was recorded
In May, naval traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +15.0%
Cairo
In the first five months of 2026, 5,696 ships passed through the port (+12.7%)
OOCL records sharp increase in containers carried by its fleet
Hong Kong
In the April-June quarter, revenues generated by this activity grew by +19.8%
Strait of Hormuz, a container ship was attacked near the coast of Oman
Muscat/Portsmouth/New Delhi/Tampa
Fire on board. One crew member missing. 23 other sailors rescued.
Danish DFDS's quarterly financial performance improves
Copenhagen
In the April-June quarter, rolling stock transported by the fleet increased by 1.1%. Passengers decreased by 8.9%.
Container traffic at HHLA terminals decreased by -8.0% in the second quarter
Hamburg
Revenues increased by 2.5%. Operating costs increased by 5.7%.
The Livorno Port Authority creates an internal task force for the Darsena Europa project.
Livorno
The aim is to ensure a unified coordination with the commissioner structure that follows the project
Costa Cruises announces change of management for the Americas region.
Genoa
Jorge Serrano Martín de Vidales will replace Dario Rustico
MSC installs Jotun's proactive hull cleaning system on MSC Daniela
Sandefjord
Combines advanced antifouling technology with robotic inspection and cleaning
Wan Hai Lines reports a 965.6% increase in quarterly profit
Taipei
The company orders six new 11,000 TEU containerships
In the second quarter, cargo traffic in Montenegrin ports decreased by -5.8%
Podgorica
Cargoes to and from Italy dropped by -40.6%
The Grimaldi Group has taken delivery of the Grande Pacifico
Naples
The vessel is the first of five new sister PCTCs with a capacity of 9,800 ceu
In 2025, the Fratelli Cosulich group's revenues amounted to 1.9 billion euros (-11.5%)
Genoa
Net profit of 20.0 million euros (-3.0%)
Maurizio Longo, Secretary General of Trasportounito, has passed away.
Rome
He passed away in Rome after a long illness.
Terminal Investment Limited abandons Tercat acquisition
Brussels
It provided for joint control of the Barcelona terminal with Hutchison Ports
Work has been completed to activate cold ironing at the Porto Corsini cruise terminal in Ravenna.
Ravenna
Acceleration of the redevelopment process for the former CIVAM area in the port of Vibo Valentia Marina
Vibo Valentia
The area will be transformed into new yards for commercial logistics
Maersk Group sells Maersk Training and Maersk H2S Safety Services
Copenhagen
They will be sold to the US Open Gate Capital, specialized in industrial carve-out operations
In the April-June quarter, the port of Venice handled 6.3 million tons of goods (-1.2%)
Venice
Cruise passengers down by -15.3%
In the second quarter, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna recorded a sharp increase of +10.9%
Ravenna
In the first six months of 2026 the increase was +5.9%
DP World acquires six GXO logistics sites in the UK
Dubai
186,000 square meters and 2,000 employees change hands: this is the transfer imposed by the British Antitrust for the acquisition of Wincanton
DHL soars in the second quarter, but not everywhere
Bonn
Revenue and EBIT in double digits. Express performed well, while Supply Chain and Post & Parcel Germany fared less well.
Global Ship Lease reports record quarterly and half-year revenues
Athens
Rising costs impact profits
DP World to build temperature-controlled logistics hub in the port of Antwerp
Dubai/Kallo
GNV will activate a third maritime service to Algeria on Saturday
Genoa
The Civitavecchia-Annaba line will complement the existing routes from Sète to Algiers and Bejaia.
Danaos Corporation reports quarterly revenue growth of 4.7%.
Athens
The containership segment remains stable. Bulk carriers continue to contribute.
A bulk carrier hit by a shell in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton/London
One crew member is reportedly missing.
This year, 800,000 cruise passengers are expected in Messina.
Messina
Passengers make a direct expenditure of almost 16 million euros in the city
Container traffic at the Port of New York grew by 1.6% in the second quarter
New York
In the first six months of 2026, 4.43 million TEUs were handled (+0.2%)
HZ Cargo and Railtrans form joint venture for intermodal transport
Zagreb
The aim is to activate a traffic of over 500 thousand tons between the ports of Croatia and the markets of Central Europe.
ICTSI posts record net income of $363 million (+24.2%) in the second quarter
Manila
Another GasLog vessel hit while leaving the Persian Gulf
Piraeus/Southampton
Damage to the engine room
Finnlines reports record quarterly revenues
Helsinki
In the April-June period, net profit was 42.9 million euros (+64.7%)
Spinelli Group approves 2025 sustainability report
Genoa
Production value grew by 5%. New hires increased by 48%.
Fabrizio Marilli will be the new secretary general of the Central Adriatic Sea Port Authority.
Ancona
The Management Committee has approved the institution's budget adjustment
The Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has adopted the 2026-2028 Port Plan.
Genoa
Projections for 2028 indicate an increase of approximately 150 employees in the ports of the system
The Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority has approved the budget adjustment change.
Gioia Tauro
It records higher revenues and higher expenses of 1.69 million euros
One and a half million euros for training in Tuscan ports
Livorno
The Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority has presented its 2026-2028 training plan.
Terminali Italia will manage the Orte intermodal terminal starting next year.
Rome
It has approximately 96,000 square meters of yards and three tracks
Italy and Tunisia sign a collaboration agreement in the transport and logistics sector
Rome
Another Saudi-owned Bahri ship attacked by Houthis in the Red Sea
Southampton/Sana'a/Riyadh
Yemeni militants' spokesman claimed responsibility for the attack on the chemical tanker "NCC Ghazal"
The final breakthrough of the two main tunnels of the Brenner Base Tunnel was achieved today.
Bolzano
The two construction sites are connected approximately 1,400 meters below the Brenner Pass
UPS revenues increased 7.6% in the second quarter
Atlanta
Net profit amounted to $604 million (-52.9%)
In 2025, the revenues of the Italian logistics company Nord Ovest grew by +13.6%
Wedge
Net profit down 8.3%
Quarterly freight traffic increased at the ports of Algeciras and Barcelona. Valencia saw a decline.
Algeciras/Barcelona/
Valencia
Increase in containers at the Catalan port
Fincantieri signs agreement with NextGeo's reinvesting partners
Trieste
The operation is part of the development strategy in the diving segment
The update to the DPSS of the ports of Sardinia has been adopted.
Cagliari
Resolution of the Management Committee of the Port System Authority
ICTSI acquires the ATU12 and ATU18 bulk terminals at the Brazilian port of Aratu.
Sao Paulo/Manila
They will be sold by SIMPAR for approximately 355 million dollars
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Konecranes reports decline in quarterly financial performance as orders increase
Helsinki
The value of orders relating to port equipment grew by +17%
Fourteen regions are in favor and five are against the bill on port governance reform.
Rome
Rixi: Let's now continue the institutional process with the aim of achieving a balanced reform.
Kuehne+Nagel's net sales increased by 8% in the second quarter.
Schindellegi
Performance improved markedly in the air freight segment
Assagenti's management team has been renewed.
Genoa
The composition of the executive committee and the chairmen of the commissions
DP World signs preliminary agreement to build two terminals at Fujairah Port
Dubai
VIO - Vado Ligure Interport Board of Directors Renewed
Genoa
Pierangelo Olivieri has been appointed president
Kalmar's turnover increased by 14% in the second quarter
Helsinki
New orders value stable
Saipem wins new offshore drilling contract off Ivory Coast
Milan
It was awarded by Eni Côte d'Ivoire
DSV's quarterly performance continues to grow, boosted by the Schenker acquisition.
Hedehusene
Net profit of DKK 2.6 billion (+11.5%) was recorded in the April-June period of 2026.
Falteri (Federlogistica) has been co-opted into the Board of the European Logistics Association
Genoa
International collaboration protocol on integrated logistics with ACLI Terra
GCC urges international community to protect maritime transport against Houthi threats
Riyadh
Reaction to the announcement of a maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia
Fincantieri signs agreement in Qatar for operational management of the Training and Simulation Centre.
Trieste
The center is intended for the training of naval personnel of the Qatari Navy.
Wärtsilä records sharp increase in new order value in second quarter
Helsinki
Net turnover decreased by -2%
Over 770 kilos of cocaine seized at the port of Vado Ligure
Savona
Once released on the market, the drug would have ensured criminal organizations profits of 250 million euros.
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean to build six 13,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships
Keelung
Contract valued at over $1.2 billion
The toll of attacks on ships in the Black Sea worsens
Odessa
Ten dead on board a ship leaving the port of Odessa
Today a new attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
The product tanker Kavomaleas of the Greek company Dynacom Tankers Management caught fire
Confitarma disappointed by the Commission's proposal to revise the EU ETS
Rome
Zanetti: The notable absentee is the competitiveness of the Italian and European shipping industry.
ALIS: Commission's proposals on the EU ETS are positive, but serious issues remain.
Rome
MIT adopts cold ironing guidelines
Rome
The aim is to ensure clear, uniform and transparent criteria for all Port System Authorities.
In the first half of the year, cruise traffic at GPH port terminals grew by +10.1%
Istanbul
In the second quarter alone the increase was +2.8%
Western Liguria Port Authority approves 2026 budget update
Genoa
Assiterminal clarifies its doubts about the responsibilities assigned to Porti d'Italia Spa.
Genoa
ABB buys British Rotork
Zurich/London
The Bath-based company specializes in flow control and industrial automation.
Central Adriatic Port Authority refinances €100 million from the Infrastructure Decree
Ancona
The funds concern seven strategic interventions of the port system
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles increased by 3.4% in the first half of 2026.
Los Angeles
In the second quarter, growth was +11.5%
IMO and ITF call for an end to attacks on seafarers and transport workers
London
Resurgence of incidents in the Black Sea, Sea of Azov and the Strait of Hormuz region
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong grew by 0.2% in the second quarter of 2026.
Hong Kong
An increase of +6.5% was recorded in June
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 conference "EU-Mercosur Agreement: The Role of the Maritime Economy" will be held in Genoa on July 1st.
Genoa
It is organized by the Casa America ETS Foundation and the Western Liguria Port Authority
The Federagenti assembly will be held in Civitavecchia on July 3rd.
Rome
Pessina: We will not discuss regulations, community relations, or the pursuit of theories and bureaucracy, but rather the challenges of Italian port infrastructure.
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Empire buys back: After Tata, Adani can rewrite India's colonial past
(The Economic Times)
Govt does not interfere in port management appointments - Loke
(Bernama)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Uiltrasporti is strongly opposed to the establishment of Porti d'Italia Spa
Rome
Verzari and Gulli: the AdSPs must be coordinated by a public body that can protect port workers
CMPort sets new monthly, quarterly and half-yearly container traffic records
Hong Kong
In the first half of 2026, 78.3 million were moved (+4.6%)
In the first half of this year, the port of Singapore handled 22.7 million containers (+4.7%)
Singapore
Historic record for half-year bunker sales
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 10.3% in the second quarter.
Long Beach
Growth of +1.7% was recorded in the first half of 2026
The new board of directors of Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane has been appointed.
Rome
Tommaso Tanzilli confirmed as president. Gianpiero Strisciuglio is the new CEO.
Port of Gioia Tauro: tender launched for completion of dredging activities
Gioia Tauro
The expected duration of the contract is 60 days
In the first half of 2026, cargo traffic in Turkish ports was 279.1 million tonnes (+1.5%)
Ankara
Cargoes with Italy alone amounted to 23.4 million tons (-2.5%)
The first steel cutting of the Carnival Destiny cruise ship.
Monfalcone
Fincantieri and Carnival celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of their collaboration
NatPower Marine acquires Aqua superPower to accelerate the electrification of ports and marinas
Monk
It operates the largest international network of electric charging points in Europe.
European Logistics Observatory established
Brussels
The aim is to strengthen the competitiveness, resilience and sustainability of European logistics.
Agreement reached at Mimit with JSW to relaunch the Piombino steelworks
Rome/Livorno
Gariglio: Strengthening integration between port docks and industrial areas
Agreement between Fincantieri and the Croatian shipyards Brodotrogir Cruise and Iskra Shipyard
Trieste
Initiative within the framework of the two-corvette program promoted by the Croatian Ministry of Defence
Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL return to quarterly revenue growth
Keelung/Taipei
Four consecutive quarters of decline behind us
Project for a direct rail link between the port of Gioia Tauro and the Interporto D'Abruzzo
Pescara
Tax fraud on labor in the logistics sector
Milan
€28 million seized from four Milanese companies
PSA Genova Pra', the state of agitation has been lifted following the successful completion of the cooling procedure.
Genoa
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