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December 11, 2025

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Exim India web site
DECEMBER 11, 2025
  • Ravish Kumar Singh, IRTS, takes charge as Deputy Chairperson of JNPA
  • Luka Koper and Samsara Group sign Strategic Agreement on Business Cooperation
  • Five trends that will drive quick commerce in 2026
  • JSW Port Logistics to buy JSW group rail units
  • TVS ILP signs MoU for INR 200 crore logistics & industrial park in Telangana a
  • Maltiben K. Maheshwari, Gandhidham MLA, to grace Gujarat Junction 2025 as VIP Guest
  • Dedicated Freight Corridor sees 6x surge in operational throughput in just four years
  • You Ask We Answer
  • DP World launches export-import rail service connecting Madhya Pradesh to Nhava Sheva
  • DP World unifies marine services brands under one global identity

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International Transport Journal web site
DECEMBER 11, 2025
  • End of an era for the rolling highway service
  • Nosta expands year-round transport to southern Europe
  • MSC launches new transatlantic services from Bilbao
  • Supply chain and logistics technology trends for 2026
  • AEI receives DGCA approval
  • SSI Schaefer France appoints new director
  • EVE Energy and Green Whale unite for marine batteries
  • Peterbilt expands electric vehicle offerings
  • AD Ports Group sets Guinness record for AI agents
  • My Freighter expands global connectivity
  • TGP appoints Eddie Talbot

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The Loadstar web site
DECEMBER 10, 2025
  • Forwarders trapped in CargoWise 'monopoly' as new pricing hikes costs
  • Intra-Asia spot rates on the up as Chinese New Year beckons
  • Zim directors hit back as shareholders demand boardroom shake-up
  • CMA CGM's unexpected bond issue to bridge Ceva's funding gap?
  • Airfreight race gets set as the AI data-centre boom gathers pace
  • US railcar shortage sees shippers hit the buffers in search for capacity
  • New UN convention on sale of cargo in transit good news for shippers
  • Overcapacity looms with 'massive' orderbook, but older ships not being laid up
  • Farewell to some familiar names as DP World rebrands marine units

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Marine Log web site
DECEMBER 10, 2025
  • Sabine Surveyors names new leadership after parent company shift
    Houston-based Sabine Surveyors Ltd. announced organizational changes following a parent company transition from Gulf Copper & Manufacturing Corp. to Sabine Marine Group, effective December 1. The shift marks a new phase for
  • Q&A: Caterpillar Marine discusses the shift to cleaner workboat power
    As the maritime industry navigates the push toward decarbonization, vessel operators are weighing a complex mix of technologies, regulations and fuel options. Workboat operators, in particular, face tough choices as they balance performance, safety and cost while
  • Big Beautiful Gulf 1 oil and gas lease sale generates $279.4M in high bids
    The Department of the Interior today announced that the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management successfully conducted Lease Sale Big Beautiful Gulf 1, which is the first mandatory offshore oil and gas lease
  • Ports of Indiana names Kent Ebbing Foreign-Trade Zone director
    Ports of Indiana has hired Kent Ebbing to lead a Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) initiative supporting the growth of global trade in Indiana. Ebbing joins Ports of Indiana as Foreign-Trade Zone director, following
  • RTA breaks ground on Algiers Ferry Terminal renovation
    The New Orleans Regional Transit Authority (RTA) hosted a groundbreaking ceremony December 8 to celebrate the start of construction on the long-awaited Algiers Ferry Terminal Renovation Project, a significant effort to modernize
  • Op-Ed: Why digital work instructions are critical for the future of shipbuilding
    The shipbuilding industry is navigating a period of profound change, driven by a generational workforce evolution and intense pressure to optimize operational efficiency. For decades, shipyards have built and maintained complex vessels
  • Crowley names Megan Davidson its new COO
    Crowley reports that Megan Davidson will succeed Ray Fitzgerald as its chief operating officer effective Jan. 1, 2026. The planned succession is designed to seamlessly advance operational excellence and the company's growth
  • Trials on DEME WTIV verify benefits of ABB's new DP2 functionality
    ABB reports that it has verified a major advance in vessel dynamic positioning (DP) technology, following successful Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) proving trials and sea trials on board the new
  • Bourbon awarded major contract by ExxonMobil Guyana
    Marseille-headquartered offshore services major Bourbon reports that it has signed a major 5-year contract (with extension options) with ExxonMobil Guyana Limited (EMGL) to provide maritime services in Guyana. It covers the transportation

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Container News web site
DECEMBER 10, 2025
  • Trelleborg's Andrew Stafford takes lead role at SGMF
    Trelleborg Marine and Infrastructure announced that Andrew Stafford has been appointed Chairman of the Technical Committee for the Society for Gas as a Marine Fuel (SGMF). His three-year term begins in the final quarter of 2025. SGMF is the maritime sector's leading authority on the safe use of gaseous and low-carbon fuels. It brings together shipowners, fuel suppliers, port operators, equipment
  • Everllence completes full-load ethanol engine trial
    Everllence has confirmed the successful operation of its 21/31 dual-fuel engine running fully on ethanol at its test facility in Frederikshavn, Denmark. The engine performed successfully at all load points, proving the platform's fuel flexibility. Everllence has led alternative-fuel engine development for more than a decade. It introduced the first commercial two-stroke methanol-burning engine in
  • MSC and SLPA renew terminal service agreement at Port of Colombo
    Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), the world's largest container line, has renewed its commitment to the Port of Colombo. MSC and the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) signed a new Terminal Service Agreement to guide their cooperation in the coming years. The agreement focuses on operational clarity, service efficiency, and capacity planning. It aims to support expected increases in cargo throu
  • Mintra expands Greek maritime footprint with SQLearn acquisition
    Mintra, a global leader in digital learning and workforce management solutions for the maritime and energy sectors, has completed the acquisition of SQLearn, a leading Greek provider of online maritime training solutions. The move reinforces Mintra's commitment to supporting the maritime industry's digital transformation in Greece and beyond. Mintra offers a comprehensive suite of learning, HR, a
  • Smart port infrastructure transforms AI from optional to mission-critical
    Industry faces infrastructure-or-irrelevance choice as unmanned vessels force US$67 billion port revolution
  • $53 million deal signed to expand food logistics at Dammam Port
    Saudi Arabia will expand food-supply infrastructure at King Abdulaziz Port, according to Arab News . The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) signed a SR200 million ($53.2 million) deal with Arabian Agricultural Services Co. (Arasco). The contract was signed by Suliman bin Khalid Al-Mazroua, president of Mawani, and Arasco CEO Ziyad A. Alsheikh. The project supports the National Transport and Logistics
  • CMA CGM opens agency in Tonga
    The CMA CGM Group, a global leader in sea, land, air and logistics, has opened a new agency in Tonga as part of its strategic expansion across the Pacific Islands. The move follows the launch of company agencies in Samoa in September and American Samoa in November, completing CMA CGM's planned Pacific network growth for 2025. The agency, based in Nuku'alofa, gives local communities and businesses
  • Transnet teams up with ICTSI to upgrade Durban Terminal
    According to Reuters, South Africa's state logistics group Transnet has signed a 25-year concession agreement with Philippines-based terminal operator ICTSI to upgrade Durban's main container terminal. The deal is part of the government's plan to address Transnet's long-standing underperformance, which has hindered exports from Africa's largest economy. ICTSI will take over operations at Durban C
  • AD Ports Group deployed most AI agents in a logistics facility
    AD Ports Group was recognized by Guinness World Records for the most AI agents deployed in a logistics facility after deploying 205 AI agents across its global operations. By deploying autonomous agents across functions ranging from cargo handling to warehouse automation, AD Ports Group has delivered measurable efficiency gains, cost reductions, and operational resilience at scale. Key innovation
  • Why half the world's trade is leaving the West behind?
    A tectonic shift is underway in global shipping as South-South trade grows three times faster than the global average, while the maritime industry is witnessing nothing less than a wholesale redrawing of the world's cargo map one that threatens to leave Western hubs watching from the sidelines. South-South trade surged 8% in 2024-2025, dwarfing the 2.4% global average, according to UNCTAD's lates
  • Genco receives takeover proposal from Diana Shipping
    Genco Shipping & Trading has confirmed it received a non-binding takeover proposal from Diana Shipping Inc. Diana offered to buy all outstanding Genco shares it does not already own for $20.60 per share in cash . Diana currently holds about 14.8% of Genco's common stock. Genco's board said it will review the proposal with its financial and legal advisers. The company stressed that shareholders do
  • US-China trade corridor faces structural collapse as data confirms bilateral decoupling
    Mirror-image statistics from Beijing and Washington reveal permanent fracture in world's most important trade relationship. China's announcement of a record USUS$1 trillion trade surplus masks a 29% plunge in shipments to America, while new data from the National Retail Federation reveals US container imports are headed for their steepest sustained decline in years confirming that the transpacifi
  • Euroseas signs multi-year deals for three container ships
    Euroseas Ltd. has secured new forward charter agreements for three of its modern fuel-efficient 2,800 TEU container vessels: the M/V Leonidas Z, M/V Gregos and M/V Terataki. Euroseas is a shipowner and operator of container vessels serving global seaborne transportation needs. The new contracts cover a minimum period of 35 months and up to 37 months, at the charterer's option. All vessels will op
  • Piracy in Asia surges in 2025
    Piracy and sea robbery in Asia increased significantly in 2025, reversing the relative stability recorded in previous years. Based on incident data compiled through ReCAAP , 127 incidents were recorded by 10 December 2025, compared with 107 in 2024. This makes 2025 the highest annual total in recent years, confirming a clear upward trend for maritime crime in the region. Previous annual totals we
  • DACHSER expands Freiburg Logistics Center
    DACHSER is expanding its logistics center in Freiburg to launch food logistics operations in southwest Germany. The company is building a new temperature-controlled terminal at its site in the Breisgau industrial park near Freiburg. Construction began in August 2025 and the facility will open in June 2026. DACHSER held a topping-out ceremony for the project on 5 December. The company is investing
  • U.S. container imports fall in November as China volumes weaken
    U.S. container imports declined in November as shipments from China dropped sharply and seasonal slowdowns took hold, according to Descartes' December Global Shipping Report. Imports totaled 2.18 million TEUs in November. That figure was 5.4% lower than October and 7.8% below the same month last year . Despite the decline, November ranked as the fourth-strongest November on record , pointing to s
  • Brazil court backs two-stage auction for mega Santos terminal
    According to Reuters, Brazil's Federal Audit Court (TCU) has backed a two-stage auction for the planned Tecon 10 mega terminal at the Port of Santos, a move that limits existing operators' access to the first bidding round. Firstly, the court voted six to three to recommend excluding current terminal operators from phase one of the auction. The judges cited concerns about market concentration at
  • South Korea's shipbuilders as Washington's commercial proxy
    HD Hyundai's recent expansion signals maritime industry's transformation from market competition to geopolitical chess match
  • MSC launches two new long-haul services from Bilbao
    MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company has added two new container services from the Port of Bilbao. From 20 December, Bilbao will join a weekly direct service linking northern Europe with the west coast of South America. The Bilbao Port Authority called the move a major milestone for the port. Bilbao will become the final port of call in Spain and the second-to-last in Europe before vessels sail to
  • Kalmar partners with Kempower and SINEXCEL
    Kalmar has launched a new range of DC charging solutions to support its electric equipment portfolio. The solutions were developed in partnership with charger specialists Kempower and SINEXCEL. The partnerships combine Kalmar's expertise in electric material-handling equipment with Kempower's and SINEXCEL's experience in DC charging technology. Together, the companies aim to deliver reliable, eas
  • Wärtsilä wins 120 MW Australia power contract
    Wärtsilä will supply engines, control systems and auxiliary equipment for a new 120 MW power plant in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia. Australian independent power producer Zenith Energy Operations placed the order in the fourth quarter of 2024. The plant will support operations at Kalgoorlie Consolidated Gold Mines (KCGM), one of Australia's largest gold mines, owned by Northern Star Resources. Th

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Splash web site
DECEMBER 10, 2025
  • Aegean Bulk returns to newbuilds with kamsarmax quartet in China
    Greek owner Aegean Bulk has re-entered the newbuilding market after nearly 15 years away, signing a four-ship kamsarmax order at China's fast-expanding Hengli Shipbuilding. The deal marks the owner's first newbuilding move since the delivery of its last pair of kamsarmaxes in 2012. The Athens-based company, led by Panagiotis and George Angelopoulos, currently controls a ...
  • Knutsen books new LNG carrier at Hanwha Ocean backed by Edison charter
    Norway's Knutsen Group has firmed up another LNG newbuild in South Korea, ordering a 174,000 cu m carrier at Hanwha Ocean on the back of a long-term charter deal with Italy's Edison. The contract will see the vessel deliver and begin its charter in 2028. The new carrier will join Knutsen's expanding LNG fleet and ...
  • Mintra moves deeper into Greek maritime market with SQLearn acquisition
    Norway's Mintra has strengthened its position in maritime e-learning with the acquisition of Greek digital training specialist SQLearn, marking another step in its push to support the sector's ongoing shift toward digital learning and competency management. Mintra said the deal adds scale and depth to its portfolio, combining its global software platforms with SQLearn's strong ...
  • Euroseas banks multi-year cover for boxship trio
    Greek boxship owner Euroseas has secured three forward charters for its modern 2,800 teu feeder ships, locking in multi-year employment well ahead of schedule. The Nasdaq-listed firm said the 2024-built Leonidas Z, 2023-built Gregos and 2023-built Terataki have all been fixed for 35 to 37 months at a daily rate of $30,000. The charters will ...
  • DEME secures multi-scope contract for Polish wind farm
    Belgian marine contractor DEME has secured a major role in Poland's offshore wind expansion after winning three contracts covering foundation and cable installation work for the BC-Wind project in the Baltic Sea. The combined awards are worth €150m-300m, ($175m-$350m). BC-Wind is being developed by Ocean Winds, the EDP Renewables-ENGIE joint venture, about 23 km off ...
  • Bourbon lands five-year ExxonMobil deal in Guyana
    French offshore vessel owner Bourbon has secured a major boost in Guyana after signing a five-year maritime services contract with ExxonMobil Guyana Limited, with options to extend. The deal will begin in the first quarter of 2026 and will be anchored by the large platform supply vessel Bourbon Calm, which will handle the transport of ...
  • Ventura adds $20m semisub backlog on fresh Eni slot
    Oslo-listed Ventura Offshore has picked up more work for the semisubmersible SSV Catarina after Eni Indonesia exercised a third optional well under its current drilling campaign. The latest call-off keeps the Catarina working through the second quarter of 2026 and adds roughly $20m to Ventura Offshore's firm backlog. Eni still has one optional well remaining ...
  • Eurotankers steps up sales of ageing tankers
    Greek owner Eurotankers is stepping up its exit from the ageing VLCC space. The outfit has quietly sold the 317,400 dwt Eurovictory (built 2009, Hyundai Heavy) for about $61m, according to sales registers. The price appears off, given prevailing benchmarks for vessels of similar age. The sale follows two earlier disposals this year involving one ...
  • Polemis stays active in the VLCC arena
    Greek shipping tycoon Adam Polemis and his New Shipping outfit continue to make waves in the VLCC segment, clinching a series of lucrative moves in quick succession. At the end of last week, brokers reported that New Shipping fixed out the scrubber-fitted, 2016-built VLCC New Giant to Unipec at around $126,000 per day, on subs, ...
  • The critical importance of shore leave
    Ben Bailey, director of programme at The Mission to Seafarers, has an urgent message to protect the global maritime workforce. Every day, close to 2m seafarers sail the world's oceans, keeping global trade flowing and economies alive. These men and women operate in environments defined by isolation, long hours, and immense responsibility. Yet, as our ...
  • Angola licensing round boosted by Viridien's seismic reimaging program
    Viridien, formerly CGG, has announced a new multi-client seismic reimaging program over Angola's highly prospective offshore block 22 to support the country's upcoming licensing round. The 4,300 sq km high-end data set will provide insight into underexplored structures along the Atlantic Hinge zone, following the same trend as the proven Cameia and Golfinho fields. Fast-track ...
  • CMA CGM vows to have 1,000 women at sea by 2030
    French liner giant CMA CGM has set a new target of having 1,000 women at sea by the end of the decade. This comes after the company's internal program, She Sails, doubled the number of female seafarers on CMA CGM vessels. Within just one year, the program boosted the company's number of female seafarers from ...
  • NYK orders car carrier with AI-powered autonomous navigation system
    Japan's Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) has ordered a new car carrier outfitted with an advanced autonomous navigation system from Shinkai Toyohashi Shipbuilding. The vessel, set for delivery in March 2026, is designed to enhance safety and streamline onboard operations. Trials will be conducted during actual commercial voyages to verify the effectiveness of the new technologies ...
  • McDermott lands subsea deal from Petronas for Brunei gas project
    Houston-based offshore contractor McDermott has secured a subsea contract from Petronas Carigali for engineering, procurement, construction, installation, and commissioning of a natural gas development project offshore Brunei. The award follows McDermott's successful completion of front-end engineering design, engineering optimisation, and readiness planning for the project. Under the contract sc
  • Judge overturns Trump's 'arbitrary and capricious' offshore wind ban
    The US offshore wind sector has won a lawsuit against the Trump administration after a federal judge overruled the moratorium on wind development. Donald Trump signed an executive order that paused new offshore wind activity in the US on his first day in office. In late January, the administration announced a temporary withdrawal of all ...
  • Berg Propulsion: Why owners are now willing to spend to save
    Berg Propulsion CEO Stefan Sedersten is clear about the shifting economics of maritime technology. "The payback is often much quicker than before, which makes it easier to justify the investment decision," he says, arguing that the long-debated spend-to-save mindset has finally taken root across global shipping. Speaking to Maritime CEO, Sedersten describes an industry that ...
  • V Group makes surprise boxship debut
    Greek conglomerate V Group is making its first move into containership ownership, signing contracts for a pair of Guangzhou Wenchong Shipyard (GWS) 1,930 teu bangkokmax vessels, according to Alphaliner. Not to be confused with the global shipmanager, the Piraeus-based group, led by Vyron Vasileiadis is best known for its operations in port reception facilities, emergency ...
  • Global trade to hit record $35trn this year: UNCTAD
    Global trade is on track to hit an unprecedented $35trn this year, with East Asia, Africa and South-South corridors driving the gains even as geopolitical fragmentation reshapes supply chains, according to UNCTAD's year-end global trade update. Trade is expected to grow 7% in 2025, adding $2.2trn in new value. Crucially, the late-year expansion is being ...
  • China's BYD plots marine push in tie-up with Corvus
    European and Chinese companies are joining forces to spearhead the adoption of giant batteries at sea. China's BYD, the world's fourth-largest car manufacturer, is looking at getting into marine. Subsidiary BYD Energy Storage has signed a memorandum of understanding with Norway's Corvus Energy, a market leader in marine energy storage systems (ESS), to establish a ...
  • An outdated ISM code awaits a doctor
    Captain Naveen Singhal and Captain M M Saggi write for Splash today, calling for significant regulatory change to make shipping safer. One of the findings of the National Transportation Safety Board's investigation report dated July 31, 1990, on the Exxon Valdez incident was that the US flag administration (USCG) was under pressure from ship owners ...

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Lloyd's List web site
DECEMBER 10, 2025
  • Business as usual for Panama Canal as US pursues forceful Latin America stance
    On one hand, it has been several months since US President Donald Trump has talked about 'taking back' the Panama...
  • 'We've just seized a tanker': US forces take over sanctioned, stateless VLCC off Venezuela
    The US seized a sanctioned, falsely flagged tanker off the coast of Venezuela in an escalation of the Trump administration's...
  • Ukraine reportedly strikes another shadow fleet tanker in Black Sea
    Maritime security sources have received reports that another shadow fleet tanker has been struck by Ukraine in the Black Sea
  • Alternative fuel liability gaps may be wider than they appear
    West P&I assistant corporate director Erin Walton says P&I clubs already cover liabilities from alternative fuels. But there are big...
  • Ukraine arrests vessel for transporting grain out of Crimea
    Ukraine's move comes at a time it has intensified and extended the range of its attacks on Russian ships in...
  • Feeder vessel order boom pushes boxship orderbook past 11m teu
    The orderbook share has now reached the equivalent of 35.2% of capacity of the fleet in service, a level only...
  • Cargo interests urged to leave salvage to salvors
    Cargo interests have right to information, but getting job done comes first
  • Shipping decarbonisation delayed, not derailed, say BV chiefs
    Despite the IMO's net zero delay and patchy progress on green fuels, Bureau Veritas argues that environmental pressure, China's scale...
  • One Hundred People 2025 countdown - 40-26
    Lloyd's List has launched its annual One Hundred People ranking, the definitive guide to the most influential figures shaping the...
  • Top 10 technology leaders 2025
    The sheer disruption that Starlink has caused in the maritime industry earns chief operations officer Gwynne Shotwell first place in...
  • The Daily View: Dodging a bullet (again)
  • Global trade set to hit record $35trn this year before slowing
    Unctad said growth had slowed in the second half and that the trend could continue into 2026
  • 'We did not do our homework': divided African states were an 'easy picking' at IMO vote
    Ghana Chamber of Shipping president Stanley Ahorlu said African negotiators were 'fragmented' and unprepared for the Net-Zero Framework vote, calling...
  • Suspected Iran-laden gas carrier makes Bay of Bengal U-turn
    A gas carrier suspected to be laden with Iranian-origin LPG made an abrupt U-turn on its way to Chittagong, and...
  • Daily Briefing
    Tanker identity theft cases have risen dramatically this year | Zim's next chapter hinges on year-end shareholder vote | One...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
DECEMBER 10, 2025
  • Reliance on contracts results in unused truckload, ocean capacity: study
    A study commissioned by Freightos finds truckload shippers fail to use 70% of the contracted capacity they negotiate.
  • US container volumes set for weak 2026 amid ongoing trade uncertainty
    S&P Global's outlook for the transportation sector sees US ports facing a volume decline in 2026 with the potential for recovery in 2027.
  • US truckload rates jump on poor weather, shorter holiday shopping season
    While dry-van spot rates typically climb in December, this year's increase is the highest for early December in more than five years, according to DAT Freight & Analytics.
  • Transfix targets 'unbundled' chaos of truckload brokerage with TMS product
    The move into transportation management expands Transfix's scope from its current focus on brokerage pricing technology.
  • Cargo bookings for Asia-Europe ocean trade rise sharply in December
    The rise in bookings is driving an increase in the capacity offered by ocean carriers on Asia to North Europe and the Mediterranean that this week reached record levels on both trades.

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TradeWinds web site
DECEMBER 10, 2025
  • Trump says US has seized tanker as Venezuela tensions ratchet up
    President tells reporters that vessel was 'the largest one ever seized'
  • Video shows explosions as Ukraine targets alleged dark fleet tanker
    Ukrainian forces also arrest bulker in Odesa accused of being part of 'shadow' fleet
  • Star Bulk guides for strong fourth quarter as dry freight rates soar
    US-listed giant's fourth-quarter guidance comes as bulker spot rates cool from recent two-year highs
  • Floating storage on the rise as oil glut debate rages
    Trafigura's 'super glut' scenario would likely see floating storage roaring back
  • Morocco wants first FSRU in place by 2027 amid regas unit shortage
    Tight timing for a conversion but some providers might be ahead of the pack
  • Long-standing Fearnley Securities shipping equities analyst quits sector
    Nils Thommesen's shift leaves Fredrik Dybwad to cover the whole sector
  • CMA CGM doubles female seafarer numbers as it raises 2030 target
    Container ship giant hails 'feminisation' of workforce at sea
  • Norwegian credit fund bets on Navios bonds backed by $3.7bn backlog
    Storm Bond Fund sees strong earnings visibility
  • Platform fire takes fizz out of suezmax rates as Atlantic activity hits nine-month low
    Sentosa says problems with Nigerian exports have hit volumes
  • $1bn 'nurdle' spill demand spooks shipping and leaves regulators scrambling
    Global regulator set to tighten rules next year on 'nurdle' packaging after a string of high-profile losses
  • Navigator rated 'buy' as Pareto sees 'hidden' values and stable cash flow from LPG
    US ethylene export terminal carries underlying value
  • Green Seas: Go East, 'me old China'
    Welcome to the new combined Green Sea and Shiptech newsletter
  • SSY and Grieg Shipbrokers takeover talk swirls
    A potential new broker buyout is the talk of Christmas party season
  • Decarbonisation capital still has some wind in its sails even after IMO flop
    Capital to fund clean technology is even more important after failure to create global framework
  • Robin Energy reveals rising rates for gas carrier and tanker fleet
    Petros Panagiotidis company says a mix of spot and period deals is boosting its backlog
  • Law firm CJC celebrates first 15 years with new hires and promotions
    Shipping specialist has grown from London base to operate around the world
  • Flag states urged to back compensation scheme for 'horrible, nasty stuff' spills
    New fund could pay out for spills of some 2,000 hazardous cargoes regularly transported by shipping
  • Everllence testing ethanol as a marine fuel on smaller engines
    Tech firm trials ethanol in dual-fuel methanol engine in Denmark
  • China Merchants secures second cruise order in a week as Mystic expands fleet
    Chinese yard to build up to four small vessels
  • Nordic countries launch phase two of maritime decarbonisation plan
    Norway, Sweden and Iceland team up with industry to develop green shipping road map
  • Sunken assets: How new rules and environmental scrutiny are driving the costs of wreck removal sky high
    Bigger ships make recovery from the seafloor ever more difficult
  • Bourbon taps into Guyana oil bonanza with ExxonMobil offshore supply ship deal
    Offshore shipowner says agreement for platform supply ship breaks new ground in the South American country
  • Star Bulk sheds its last panamax in 15th ship sale of active year
    Operator of about 150 bulkers turns the page on ageing ship class and steams ahead with kamsarmaxes instead
  • Greek and Norwegian shipowners strike for newbuildings as Hengli stacks up orders
    Chinese shipyard continues a stellar run
  • China Merchants secures fresh cruise order in a week as Mystic Cruises expands fleet
    Chinese yard to build up to four small vessels
  • 'Strong demand': Euroseas reports forward fixture for feeder pair until 2029
    Owner expects latest chartering deals to add $75m to Ebitda
  • China Merchants secures fresh cruise order in a week as Portuguese owner expands fleet
    Chinese yard to build up to four small vessels for Mystic Cruises
  • 'Strong demand': Euroseas reports forward fixture for feeder pair until 2029
    US-listed owner expects fresh batch of chartering deals to add $75m to its Ebitda
  • KCC hunts new combination carrier concepts as fleet expands
    Oslo shipowner aims to find new customers and trades
  • Russian LPG terminal burns for three days after Ukrainian attack
    Security service says drones struck port in Sea of Azov
  • 'Heads we win, tails we win': Why container tonnage providers are sitting pretty
    Forward charters have changed the outlook - even if freight rates fall and the Suez Canal reopens
  • Andrianopoulos family tanker newbuilding linked to five-year charter with trader
    AB Commodities said to have secured clean and dirty trading capacity with LR2 deal
  • Chinese shipbuilder's research arm quantifies cost of removing one tonne of CO2
    'Closing the loop' - from capture at sea to permanent storage on land
  • Arrested bulker saga takes new twist as ownership comes under dispute
    Indian court handling the case could order the Elvita R auctioned
  • Chinese bulker operator offloads vessel at slight loss on original purchase price
    Sale comes only a year after acquisition
  • TotalEnergies FPSO set to live on despite reports of recycling sale
    Oil major says recently decommissioned floater will be refurbished and redeployed
  • NYK lines up large LNG carrier newbuilding order against charter business
    Incoming contract signals the need for shipping from a new wave of US product

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New record of sailors abandoned by shipowners
London
In 2025, 6,223 crew members from 410 ships were abandoned
Two FMC commissioners call on the US government to take action against Canadian and Mexican ports
Washington
Enforcement of provision aimed at preventing freight carriers from evading the Harbor Maintenance Fee urged
Annual container traffic handled by the port of Algeciras remains stable.
Algeciras
A 6.2% decrease in the weight of goods in containers was recorded
The EU Commission authorizes Italy to provide financial support for rail operations in ports.
Rome
Incentives for a maximum total of 30 million euros over five years
Shipping companies urge further incentives to speed up restoration of Suez Canal transits
Shipping companies urge further incentives to speed up restoration of Suez Canal transits
Ismailia
The need to reduce insurance premiums for vessels transiting the Red Sea region was also highlighted.
€3.1 million in unpaid regional maritime property fees recovered in Campanian ports
Naples
422 default notices to non-compliant dealers
In November 2025, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado dropped by -5.5%.
Genoa
The two airports recorded percentage variations of -7.5% and +0.6% respectively
EU ETS: Interferry calls for a halt to the 100% charge for ferry emissions in 2026.
Victoria
The vast majority of the revenues from the maritime ETS - the association denounces - are diverted to the national budgets of the Member States.
The new configuration of the Ocean Alliance service network confirms seven calls at Italian ports
Hong Kong/Taipei
Two at the port of Genoa, two at that of La Spezia and one stop each at the ports of Vado Ligure, Trieste and Salerno
Last year, freight traffic in the port of Marseille-Fos increased by +5%
Last year, freight traffic in the port of Marseille-Fos increased by +5%
Marseille
Cruise passengers grow by +7%
AD Ports has acquired the Spanish shipyard Astilleros Balenciaga.
Abu Dhabi
Transaction worth 11.2 million euros
CMA CGM reports three services on the route around the Cape of Good Hope
Marseille
The international scenario - explains the French company - is complex and uncertain
COSCO Shipping Ports' terminals handled record container traffic last year
Hong Kong
Growth of +6.2% over 2024
In the fourth quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Venice grew by +13.5%
Venice
An increase of +4.9% was recorded for the whole year
Buffer areas to decongest the North West logistics system
Genoa
The proposal is from Connect. Let's remember, Palenzona warns, that the Italian system depends on road haulage.
In 2025, Russian ports handled 884.5 million tons of cargo (-0.4%)
In 2025, Russian ports handled 884.5 million tons of cargo (-0.4%)
St. Petersburg
In the fourth quarter alone, traffic was 231.1 million tonnes (+6%)
The port of Civitavecchia has set a new annual cruise traffic record
Civitavecchia
A 5.4% increase in transit passengers. Disembarking and embarking passengers remained stable.
A ship coming from Russia was seized in the port of Brindisi
Toasts
Alleged violation of sanctions against the Russian Federation
FS Logistix takes over railway operations in Area 6A of the Port of Antwerp.
Antwerp
New generation hybrid locomotives will be used
Greek Shipowners' Association urges EU to take measures to protect ships and crews
Piraeus
Call for expressions of interest for the refurbishment and management of the cruise terminal at the Port of Gibraltar
Gibraltar
Applicants must be willing to fully finance the work
In 2025, acts of piracy against ships increased by +18%
In 2025, acts of piracy against ships increased by +18%
Kuala Lumpur
A 43% decrease in accidents was recorded in the last quarter
InRail to manage the Interporto Pordenone intermodal terminal for a year
Pordenone
Temporary solution in view of the establishment of a public-private company
Turkey's Kuzey Star Shipyard to Build Shipyard in Syria's Tartous Port
Damascus
An investment of at least $190 million over five years is expected
In 2025, cargo traffic in Ukrainian ports decreased by -15%
Kiev
Container traffic grows by 66%
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong decreased by 5.7% last year.
Hong Kong
In the fourth quarter alone the decline was -8.0%
In 2025, PSA's port terminals handled record container traffic
Singapore
New peaks in volumes handled in Singapore and the group's overseas terminals
Chinese CMPort's port terminals handled record container traffic last year
Hong Kong
The total was 151.5 million TEUs, an increase of +4.0% over 2024.
COSCO orders 12 new 18,000-TEU and six 3,000-TEU containerships
Hong Kong
Jiangnan Shipyard, China Shipbuilding Trading, and COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry win $2.7 billion in orders.
The port of Trieste closed 2025 with a 0.7% growth in freight traffic thanks to the increase in crude oil prices.
Trieste
The port of Gioia Tauro has once again set its container traffic record
The port of Gioia Tauro has once again set its container traffic record
Gioia Tauro
In 2025, the previous peak recorded the previous year will increase by +14%.
Port of Singapore sets new all-time container throughput record
Port of Singapore sets new all-time container throughput record
Singapore
The port confirms its position as the world's second largest container port
The volume of cargo traffic in the port of Koper will remain unchanged in 2025.
Koper
Increase in containers and rolling stock. Decline in other types of cargo.
Taiwan's Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL close 2025 with double-digit revenue declines
Taipei/Keelung
In 2025, piracy attacks against ships in Asia increased by +23%
Singapore
The severity of accidents has decreased
The Democratic Party accuses the government of blocking investments in ports and placing the Port System Authorities under special administration.
Rome/Genoa
Nova Marine Carriers, Bolten and Ership have acquired full control of VCK Port Logistics.
Lugano
Amsterdam has developed its only covered terminal capable of operating in all weather conditions.
In the fourth quarter of 2025, revenues generated by OOCL's containership fleet decreased by -17.2%.
Hong Kong
Transported volumes increased by +0.8%
TKMS submits non-binding offer to buy German Naval Yards
TKMS submits non-binding offer to buy German Naval Yards
Kiel
The Kiel-based company builds naval vessels and luxury yachts
Over two tons of cocaine seized in the port of Genoa
Genoa
Once placed on the market, the drug would have earned criminal organizations around 1.5 billion euros.
Seatrade acquires strategic stake in JR Shipping
Harlingen
The Dutch company will continue to operate as an independent and autonomous organisation
In 2025, Ningbo-Zhoushan confirmed its position as the world's leading port in terms of total cargo traffic.
In 2025, Ningbo-Zhoushan confirmed its position as the world's leading port in terms of total cargo traffic.
Ningbo
Over 1.4 billion tons of cargo were moved. Approximately 43 million containers were transported.
In 2025 the port of Ravenna recorded its new historical record for annual freight traffic
Ravenna
Never-before-seen volume of cargo handled in the fourth quarter alone
The Sardinian Port Authority relies on the Financial Times' AI-based consultancy to understand which strategies, projects, and infrastructures to implement.
Cagliari
Direct award of an estimated value of 140,000 euros
The disposal of sediment from dredging in the port of La Spezia at the new breakwater in Genoa has been approved.
La Spezia
Approval has been granted for the transfer of 282,000 cubic meters to be carried out during 2026.
In November, ship traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +16.0%
Cairo
In the first eleven months of 2025, 11,620 ships passed through (-4.8%)
ABB to build shore power systems at three container terminals in the Port of Rotterdam
Rotterdam/Zurich
They will be able to recharge up to 32 container ships simultaneously
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by 5.8% last month.
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by 5.8% last month.
Beijing
Foreign cargoes increased by 8.2%. Containers increased by 8.9%.
Freewheeling, the increase in highway tolls certifies the failure of the government and Minister Salvini's road haulage policies.
Modena
Franchini: First excise duties, now tolls; a double blow that directly affects small businesses.
Trasportounito attributes responsibility for the increases in motorway tolls to the Constitutional Court and the ART
Genoa/Rome
Casu and Simiani (PD): But is it the judges' fault if Salvini can't be a minister?
Xtera Topco will be acquired by a joint venture owned by Prysmian (80%) and Fincantieri (20%)
Milan/Trieste
The transaction involves an enterprise value of $65 million
China launches drill to test cutting Taiwan's maritime links
Beijing
Maneuvers near the main port areas
In October, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado decreased by -1.8%
Genoa
In the first ten months of 2025, 52.9 million tonnes were handled (-1.0%)
On January 1st, the presidency of the UIRR will be assumed by Jürgen Albersmann
Brussels
He is vice president and CEO of Contargo
A Maersk Line ship has returned to transit the Suez Canal
A Maersk Line ship has returned to transit the Suez Canal
Ismailia
Rabie: Normal traffic levels will be reached in the region in the second half of 2026
Hanseatic Global Terminals acquires 50% stake in company developing new Brazilian port of Imetame
Hanseatic Global Terminals acquires 50% stake in company developing new Brazilian port of Imetame
Hamburg
A container terminal will be built and will become operational in mid-2028
In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Civitavecchia decreased by -3.0%
Civitavecchia
Bulk cargo decreased and rolling cargo increased. Volumes increased at the ports of Fiumicino and Gaeta.
ZIM's board of directors rejects a second offer to buy the company presented by Glickman and Ungar
Haifa
The board of directors is evaluating other proposals
The government has approved the draft bill on port governance.
Rome
At the heart of the new structure is the creation of Porti d'Italia Spa
FMC raises possibility of closing US ports to Spanish ships
Washington
The American agency announces the continuation of the investigation into the US ships that Madrid has denied access to its ports.
Global Ports Holding and Ocean Platform Marinas to build new cruise terminal at the Port of Seville
Seville/London
The concession contract will have a duration of 25 years
Africa Global Logistics to design and build three docks at Tanzania's new Bagamoyo port
Africa Global Logistics to design and build three docks at Tanzania's new Bagamoyo port
Dar es Salaam
The MSC Group company has signed an agreement with the Tanzania Ports Authority
Roberto Petri is the new president of the Italian Ports Association.
Rome
Very close to the Brothers of Italy, he worked in the banking sector and was a member of the boards of directors of publicly owned companies.
The level of connection of Italian ports to the network of containerized maritime routes is growing
Geneva
The only exception was Trieste, which recorded a decrease of -12.3%.
Carnival Corporation Says 2025 Was Its Best Year Ever
Carnival Corporation Says 2025 Was Its Best Year Ever
Miami
Reintroduction of dividend distribution announced
T&E: European e-fuel production projects insufficient for shipping decarbonization
T&E: European e-fuel production projects insufficient for shipping decarbonization
Brussels
It is likely that European targets will be met with imported fuels, or not at all.
Porto Marghera inaugurates a new single-section underground pipeline for the transport of vegetable oils.
Venice
At 3.1 kilometers, it is the longest in Italy and among the top five in Europe.
PSA Intermodal Italy and Logtainer to manage the Intermodal Terminal at Interporto Padova
Padua
A financial offer of 75 million euros was presented
Sea-Intelligence: By 2025, the container ship deployment model will have radically changed.
Sea-Intelligence: By 2025, the container ship deployment model will have radically changed.
Copenhagen
Vessels are frequently replaced to accommodate short-term fluctuations in demand and to manage operational disruptions
Finnish Mikki Koskinen is the new president of European Shipowners - ECSA
Brussels
He will take over from Karin Orsel on January 1st.
Premier Alliance's Asia-Northern Europe services will be based on a hub-and-spoke model
Seoul
Drastic reduction in the number of stopovers on some routes
Work has begun in Switzerland to build a four-meter rail corridor for freight transport from France.
Bern
Construction site completion at the end of 2029
In the third quarter, freight traffic in French ports grew by +6.9%
La Defense
Increase driven by rising bulk cargo. Miscellaneous cargo remained stable.
Fincantieri plans to double the production capacity of its Italian shipyards in the defense segment
Trieste
Revenues expected to increase by 40% over the next five years
WHL orders CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding Co. to build six dual-fuel LNG containerships
Taipei
Charter of three additional vessels
The Spanish observatory on the EU ETS notes an unusual increase in container traffic in neighbouring non-European ports
Madrid
Growing activity in ports such as those in the UK, Egypt and Turkey
Marsa Maroc to acquire 45% of Spain's Boluda Maritime Terminals
Casablanca/Valencia
Investment worth 80 million euros
Investment firm BC Partners to acquire majority stake in Fortidia
Milan
The company operates through multiple franchise brands, including Mail Boxes Etc. and PostNet
MPC Container Ships orders six 3,700 TEU containerships
Oslo
Taizhou Sanfu Ship Engineering wins $292.5 million contract
Ownership of the Fagioli group will pass to CEVA Logistics
Milan
The Sant'Ilario D'Enza group specializes in the project logistics sector
MSC Cruises orders Meyer Werft to build four cruise ships with options for two more
MSC Cruises orders Meyer Werft to build four cruise ships with options for two more
Berlin
Orders for a total value of up to ten billion euros
Project to strengthen maritime and port cybersecurity
Brest/Brussels/Rome
The partners are France Cyber Maritime, FEPORT and the Federation of the Sea
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles fell by 10.6% in the last quarter of 2025.
Los Angeles
A decrease of -0.6% was recorded for the whole year
In the first six months of operation InnoWay Trieste produced 170 railway wagons
Trieste
The construction of 600 units is planned in Bagnoli della Rosandra in 2026
Ferretti rejects KKCG Maritime's partial and conditional voluntary takeover bid.
Milan
Strong confidence in the company's long-term strategy reaffirmed
Haropa Port sets new container traffic record
Le Havre
Last year, overall freight traffic increased by +2%
Decio Lucano, the dean of shipping journalists, has passed away.
Genoa
His paper adventures are countless, including "Vita e Mare" and "TMM", but also digital with "DL News"
Marsa Maroc orders 106 electric terminal tractors from Terberg
Benschop
They will be employed in the port of Nador West Med
A single binding offer from Dubai for the purchase of the Venice Ro-Port Mos
Venice
The company manages the terminal for the motorways of the sea and cruises in Fusina
Contargo acquires 50% of Cargo-Center-Graz Logistik
Mannheim
The German company extends its intermodal network to the Adriatic ports of Koper and Rijeka.
The Port of Long Beach handled record container traffic in 2025
Long Beach
In the last quarter, a decrease of -8.8% was recorded
HMM to introduce AI-based autonomous navigation solutions on 40 vessels
Seoul
Contract with Avikus and agreement with KSOE
Two new rail connections to Germany from the Padua Interport
Padua
They are operated by InRail and LTE Italia
Intersea has become the general agent in Italy for the Portuguese GS Lines
Genoa
The shipping company is part of Grupo Sousa
MSC and Qatari company Maha to develop and manage the Libyan port of Misurata
Paris/Misurata
An investment of 1.5 billion dollars is expected
F2i has been awarded the concession for the Lavagna tourist port
Milan
The concession contract will have a duration of 50 years
Eni launches the hull of the Coral North FLNG
Geoje/San Donato Milanese
It will be used offshore Cabo Delgado, north of Mozambique.
Laghezza has acquired a logistics warehouse in Sarzana
La Spezia
The aim is to establish a local hub for local production activities.
The Red Sea Container Terminal at the Egyptian port of Sokhna has been inaugurated.
Sokhna
It is operated by a joint venture of Hutchison Ports, COSCO and CMA Terminals
The GNV Altair ferry has joined the GNV fleet
Genoa
It has a capacity of 2,700 passengers and 915 linear metres of rolling stock.
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Ignazio Messina & C. has acquired full control of Thermocar
Genoa
The Genoese company operates in the temperature-controlled refrigerated container logistics sector.
Maersk confirms resumption of MECL transits through the Suez Canal
Copenhagen
The line connects India and the Middle East with the US East Coast
Genco's board of directors rejected Diana Shipping's acquisition proposal.
New York/Athens
The American company, however, leaves a glimmer of hope by admitting the validity of the merger
MSC will include the port of Trieste in the Dragon Italy-USA service
Geneva
The Julian port will be reached starting from the second half of February
De Wave Group has acquired French company DL Services.
Genoa
The company specializes in the design of industrial kitchens and the supply of technical components and spare parts on board
CMA CGM's TUX transatlantic service will call at the port of Salerno
Marseille
The line connects Turkey with the East Coast of the USA
New intermodal connections between Northern Italy and Belgium by GTS Rail and CargoBeamer
Bari/Leipzig
Activated on the Padua-Zeebrugge and Liège-Domodossola lines
Cruise traffic in the port of Piraeus increased by +9% last year
Piraeus
Approximately 1.85 million passengers moved
In 2025, cruise traffic in the port of Genoa grew by +6.5%
Genoa
Ferry passengers down 3.6%
Grimaldi took delivery of the PCTC Grande Manila
Naples
The vessel has a total capacity of 9,241 CEUs.
Expedition cruise ship Exploris One to be auctioned off
Nantes
It has a capacity of 144 passengers and 102 crew members.
SeaCube Container Leasing has acquired Martin Container.
Montvale
The company specializes in the refrigerated container segment
Pisano: The Simplified Logistics Zone has great strategic importance for the port of La Spezia.
La Spezia
RINA and HPC launch project to promote green ports in the Caspian region
Genoa
Five-year contract with the OSCE
Vard to build four Multi-Purpose Robotic Vessels for Ocean Infinity
Trieste
The contract has a total value of over 200 million euros
Hanseatic Global Terminals will become sole owner of Florida International Terminal
Rotterdam
A conference on congestion in the North West logistics system will be held in Genoa on January 19th.
Genoa
It will be held at the Transparency Hall of the Liguria Region
The transportation sector enters a turning point with the adoption of artificial intelligence
Ulm
However, most companies are still in the early stages of this process.
Work completed to widen the access channel to the port of Livorno.
Livorno
The width between the two banks will be increased from 70 to 120 meters
Nexans sets a record for the depth of laying a high-voltage submarine cable on the Tyrrhenian Link
Paris
Installation at -2,150 meters
Funds for Spanish ports to adapt to the use of wind energy and other marine renewable energy sources
Madrid
Program with a total value of 212 million euros
CMD - Costruzioni Motori Diesel returns to wholly Italian ownership
Atella
Giorgio and Mariano Negri have acquired 67% of the capital held by the Chinese Loncin Motor Co.
Intesa Sanpaolo is financing the construction of three PCTCs for Grimaldi Euromed.
Milan
The new ships will be delivered later this year
Medlog acquires Australian intermodal operations of Seaway
Fremantle
The transaction will be completed within the first quarter of this year.
MIT has updated cybersecurity measures for national ships, ports and port facilities
Rome
A circular has been published which, among other things, introduces staff training
V.Group has bought the Danish company Njord
London
The company offers the shipping industry solutions for energy efficiency and decarbonisation
Fire aboard the Majestic ferry in the Port of Genoa
Genoa
The flames were extinguished by the intervention of the on-board fire brigade and did not cause any injuries.
COSCO to acquire control of German logistics company Zippel
Hamburg
Agreement to acquire 80% of its capital
Colombo Port Sets New Annual Container Traffic Record
Columbus
Sri Lanka Ports Authority signs agreement with French shipping group CMA CGM
Viasat to exit British company Navarino's capital
London
ICG to support the Tsikopoulos brothers in reinvesting in the company
The Palau government ensures the full operation of the Naval Registry
Koror
Moses (BMT): Services continue to be provided in accordance with international procedures and standards
In the first nine months of 2025, freight transported on the Austrian rail network increased by +1.4%
Vienna
Growth of +4.9% was recorded in the third quarter alone
Saipem wins $425 million offshore contract to develop the Sakarya gas field.
The decree for the distribution of PNRR resources to interports has been signed.
Rome
The disbursement of 1.9 million euros is expected
Messina, a Genoese company, launches a new service to Algeria.
Genoa
The rotation touches the ports of Fos, Genoa, Barcelona, Algiers, Fos
FS Logistix is the first company in Europe to certify its carbon footprint for freight transport.
Rome
The FS group company has obtained ISO 14067 certification
WASS (Fincantieri Group) wins torpedo supply contract for Indian Navy
Trieste
Contract with a total value of over 200 million euros
FHP Intermodal will become operational on January 1st
Milan
FHP Group completes the integration process between its subsidiaries CFI Intermodal and Lotras
The Coral Adventurer cruise ship ran aground in Papua New Guinea.
Port Moresby
No harm to people on board
d'Amico International Shipping orders two new MR1 product tankers from Guangzhou Shipyard International.
Port of Gioia Tauro: Anchorage fee reduction approved again
Gioia Tauro
A total sum of 1.5 million euros has been allocated
The Council of State has confirmed the legitimacy of the tender for the new Ravano Pier in La Spezia.
Rome/La Spezia
The TAR ruling for Liguria has been confirmed.
Hupac will launch a new shuttle train service between Duisburg and Novara.
Noise
Schedule six rotations per week
Ferry docking slots for Piombino and Elba Island in 2026 have been assigned.
Livorno
Project financing process for the first hydrogen production plant in the port of La Spezia
La Spezia
Project to provide "mobile" supplies to vehicles such as locomotives and boats
The new hydrofoil terminal at the port of Messina will be named after a victim of femicide.
Messina
The initiative to remember Omayma Benghaloum
Three new e-RTG yard cranes have arrived at the PSA Venice-Vecon terminal
Venice
Investment of 8.5 million euros
Fincantieri delivers second multipurpose combat ship to the Indonesian Navy
Trieste
Ceremony at the Muggiano shipyard
In June the Grendi group will equip itself with a fifth ro-ro vessel
Genoa
It will have a load capacity of 3,000 linear meters
The employment contract renewal for transport and logistics company managers has been signed.
Rome
Signed today by Manageritalia and Confetra
Brussels has approved the loan to rescue the rail freight company Lineas.
Brussels
Sixty-one million euros granted by the Belgian government
Green Mobility Partners and KKR Partner to Create European Rail Leasing Platform
Frankfurt
American company invests in GMP
Saipem wins offshore EPCI contract in Qatar
Milan
The contract is worth approximately $3.1 billion.
Wärtsilä sells its Gas Solutions division to German private equity firm Mutares.
Helsinki/Munich
Bank of China finances purchase of Grimaldi Euromed's Grande Melbourne
Amount of 57 million euros
GeneSYS Informatica (Fratelli Cosulich) has acquired 51% of the capital of Navimeteo
KSOE wins $466 million order for four container ships
Lysaker/Seongnam
NYK and Ocean Yield Award Order for Four New LNG Carriers
ONE's Adriatic Service 1 will also make stops at the port of Ancona
Singapore
The line to Damietta has a weekly frequency
Consolidation work on the Riva quay at the port of Ortona has been completed.
Ancona
Thirteen million is the cost for the adaptation of the infrastructure
Vard has signed a cooperation agreement with the Norwegian research institute Norce
Ålesund
It concerns all fields of research and innovation in the naval sector
Energy transition, regulatory simplification, competitiveness of the maritime industry, and port governance are Confitarma's priorities.
Rome
Federlogistica reports the project cargo's inability to travel on Northwest highways.
Genoa
Falteri: We are facing a real systemic crisis.
ZIM shareholders reach agreement again
Haifa
Agreement reached on candidates for the renewal of the board of directors
Merger by incorporation of Degrosolutions into CLS
Milan
Castelli: We aim to strengthen our growth path in the Italian forklift market.
Approval has been given to measures to support the re-employment of workers at the Pippo Rebagliati Company in Savona-Vado.
Genoa
Administrative proceedings for cold ironing at the cruise terminal in the port of Savona have begun.
Assiterminal reports an assault on a worker at the Vado Gateway terminal.
Genoa
It is not tolerable - the association highlighted - that similar episodes occur
The Management Committee of the Central-Northern Adriatic Sea Port Authority has been established.
Ravenna
It is composed of Francesco Benevolo, Luca Coffari, Tomaso Triossi and Maurizio Tattoli
Stonepeak (Textainer) Completes Acquisition of Seaco
Hamilton
It was sold by China's Bohai Leasing Co.
In the second quarter of 2025, cargo traffic in Greek ports decreased by -3.9%.
Piraeus
Passengers increased by +0.9%
AD Ports involved in container traffic development at Shuaiba Port
Abu Dhabi
Agreement with the Kuwait Ports Authority
EU expands fight against Russian shadow fleet to include operators facilitating its deployment
Brussels
Five more people and four companies fined
In November, the port of Barcelona handled 296,000 containers (+1.0%)
Barcelona
Import and export containers are increasing; transit containers are decreasing.
Paolo Spada, vice president of Federagenti, has passed away.
Rome
Pessina: He leaves an unfillable void in the entire Italian maritime community.
Container traffic at the port of Hong Kong decreased by -12.0% in November
Hong Kong
In the first 11 months of 2025 the decline was -5.7%
Rebranding for the Messina Group's activities
Genoa
Common graphic and lexical choice for all business areas
Emanuele Grimaldi has been appointed an honorary member of the National Order of Merit of Malta.
Naples
He is among the founders of the Malta International Shipowners' Association, of which he holds the position of vice-president.
Six new 100% electric yard cranes have arrived at the PSA Genova Pra' terminal.
Genoa
Three more vehicles will be delivered to the PSA Venice-Vecon terminal at Christmas
ICTSI to upgrade the Rio Brasil Terminal container terminal at the Port of Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro
Investment of approximately 175 million dollars
In the first 11 months of 2025, the Port of Singapore handled over 40.7 million containers (+8.5%)
Singapore
Overall freight traffic decreased by -1.1%
GTS increases the frequency of its intermodal connections between Bari and Verona and Piacenza and Nola.
Bari
The first will increase to six rotations; the second will become daily
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
A conference on congestion in the North West logistics system will be held in Genoa on January 19th.
Genoa
It will be held at the Transparency Hall of the Liguria Region
Spediporto's conference "Take opportunities navigating trade tensions" will be held in Genoa on December 1st and 2nd.
Genoa
It will be held at the Conference Hall of Banca Bper
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Bulgarian court rejects extradition of Russian owner of a ship linked to Beirut port blast
(ABCNEWS.com)
Three UAE Firms Eye Investment In Kenya's Port, Renewable Energy, And Shipping Projects
(Capital FM Kenya)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
The Partnership Body for the Sea Resources of the Eastern Ligurian Sea Port Authority has been established.
La Spezia
Appointment by decree of President Pisano
Agreement between the Port Authority and the Chamber of Commerce to facilitate the entry of an industrial partner into Genoa Airport.
Genoa
It will be signed soon
Paolo Guidi has been elected the new president of Assologistica.
Milan
The Vice Presidents are Sabrina De Filippis, Riccardo Fuochi, Agostino Gallozzi, Paolo Pandolfo, Umberto Ruggerone and Renzo Sartori.
138 kilos of cocaine seized at the port of Civitavecchia.
Rome
Found inside an articulated lorry disembarked from a ship coming from Spain
The decree has been signed for the disposal of dredged sediment from the port of La Spezia at the new breakwater in Genoa.
La Spezia
The transfer of 282,000 cubic meters is planned
Greek CCEC has almost completed its exit from the containership segment
Athens
$814.3 million in proceeds from the sale of 14 full containers in 22 months
GNV Virgo was christened in the port of Palermo
Genoa
GNV's fleet renewal program includes the construction of eight ships
The Livorno Port Center celebrates a decade spent integrating the port and city reality
Livorno
Gariglio (AdSP): in recent years we have managed to create a community atmosphere
Fincantieri and WSense reach agreement on underwater monitoring and communication technologies for maritime infrastructure.
Trieste/Milan
Members of the Management Committee of the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority have been appointed.
Livorno
The nomination of the member expressed by the Tuscany Region has not yet been received
The entry into force of the EU ETS for construction and road transport has been postponed to 2028.
Brussels/Rome
Confetra, the deferral allows for more rational planning of investments in fleet renewal
Costa Cruises is testing the use of electric trucks to supply ships in the ports of Genoa and Savona.
Genoa
Tests as part of the collaboration with LC3 Trasporti
Collaboration agreement between ALIS and ANITA to promote the development of road haulage and logistics
Rome
Agreement also extended to the field of industrial relations
The Regional Administrative Court for Lazio has accepted Grimaldi's request to suspend the sale of the five Moby ships.
Rome
Appeal aimed at "preventing the consolidation of an irreversible anti-competitive structure"
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