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Exim India web site
JUNE 13, 2025
  • Western India Air Cargo Conclave & Awards 2025 postponed
  • Cabinet approves Rs 6,405 cr. rail projects to boost freight movement
  • India on track to exceed $825 bn in exports in FY26, says Goyal
  • Newbuilding orders seen subdued
  • OPEC's crude tanker loadings jump 24% week-on-week
  • Spices exports up
  • Mitigating the risks of project cargo handling at ports
  • CONCOR launches real-time Rake Monitoring Portal
  • NHAI restricts number of projects per engineer for consultancy firms
  • SCI to commence direct coastal container shipping service between Gujarat ports and Cochin, Tuticorin

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International Transport Journal web site
JUNE 13, 2025
  • Southern Pacific freshness
  • Electric truck crosses the Channel
  • OCG tackles seafarers' mental and sexual health
  • CSA opens office in London
  • Bifa backs Ethiopian logistics
  • AA Cargo delivers air force monument to Normandy
  • WCA World e-commerce network
  • OnTurtle renews Tapa certification
  • Fast Lines launches Damen CF 3850 freighters
  • "Curiosity of the Day"
  • Jaeger named MD at Baur Hermes Fulfilment
  • Survey suggests shift to autonomy
  • Dakar Air Cargo launches first freighter operation

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The Loadstar web site
JUNE 12, 2025
  • Predatory rivals circle as the ripples from DSV's Schenker buy widen
  • Airfreight capacity shifts from US to match falling demand
  • Unique beast CH Robinson: it's all about 'inputs versus outputs'
  • Loadstar Leader: Tariffs and trade - if it ain't broke, why try to 'fix' it?
  • More legal trouble in India for MSC: feeder vessel detained after box ship disasters
  • Steep drop in US container imports a serious threat to SME drayage firms
  • MSC to hold 15% global container terminal market share after Hutch buy
  • Scope 3: the emissions elephant in the room for supply chains
  • M&S cyber-attack a salutary warning for supply chain players, say experts
  • 787 crashes in India with 242 people on board

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Marine Log web site
JUNE 12, 2025
  • VIDEO: BV's new AGS 3D delivers next-generation remote inspection
    Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV) has launched an advanced tool for ship and offshore structure inspections. Called the Augmented Surveyor 3D (AGS 3D), it is powered by artificial intelligence (AI) and

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Container News web site
JUNE 12, 2025
  • CMA CGM announces intermodal solutions in Egypt
    In complement to CMA CGM's 17 services connecting Egypt's ports to major global trade routes, the French carrier offers rail solutions in October Dry Port (ODP) connecting Greater Cairo and Upper Egypt's industrial and logistics zones Strategically located in the heart of the 6th October industrial zone, the ODP hub provides seamless cargo optimization through smart intermodal solutions. CMA CGM
  • X-Press Feeders wins Marine Money 2024 East Leasing Deal of the Year
    X-Press Feeders announced that its French leasing arrangement for six dual-fuel vessels has been named Marine Money's 2024 East Leasing Deal of the Year. In 2024, Eastaway France SAS, a subsidiary of X-Press Feeders, secured long-term financing exceeding US$280 million for the acquisition of six methanol dual-fuel vessels under a structured French leasing arrangement. The deal, hailed for its str
  • Strait of Hormuz on brink amid US embassy evacuation
    The Strait of Hormuz, the world's most strategically vital shipping chokepoint, is again under the shadow of potential conflict. As tensions between Iran and Israel escalate with the US preparing partial embassy evacuations in Iraq and authorizing the departure of military dependents from key posts across the Middle East, shipping professionals must assess the risks now threatening the uninterrup
  • Can America reclaim its shipbuilding edge in fragmented global market?
    The global shipbuilding industry is entering a decade of robust growth, projected to surge from US$42 billion in 2024 to more than US$73 billion by 2033, driven by container fleet expansion, shipping digitalization, and new decarbonization practices. Yet while East Asia dominates the industry, the United States is repositioning itself to play a more assertive role in the global maritime manufactu
  • CN Magazine | June Issue Out Now!
    This month's issue brings you everything you need to stay ahead in the world of container shipping, logistics, and ports. Here's what's inside: A full briefing of last month's top developments in the industry An exclusive interview with Carlos Lopez Barbera Key stock highlights and market movements Coverage of all the major events shaping the industry Grab your copy now and stay informed with CN
  • Hapag-Lloyd raises rates from West Mediterranean to Latin America
    Hapag-Lloyd has announced increased Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates from the West Mediterranean to South America West Coast, Central America and Caribbean. Effective from 1 July - and from 10 July for regulated countries (Colombia, Ecuador, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands) - the updated rates will be as follows:
  • Salvors work on Wan Hai ship amid fears of more blasts
    The Indian Coast Guard has said it is trying to tow the Wan Hai 503 away from the Indian coast to avoid an ecological disaster, as the ship burns for the fourth day. The coast guard is concerned about further explosions on the ship, which has more than 2,000 tonnes of fuel oil and hundreds of containers with hazardous goods. India's Director General of Shipping has disclosed that 157 containers o
  • Electric charging station powers emission-free construction of Princess Alexia Viaduct at Rotterdam port
    A dedicated electric charging station has been installed to power a fleet of emission-free construction machinery during the building of the Princess Alexia Viaduct on Maasvlakte 2. The viaduct project includes the construction of a fully electrified construction site, complete with fast chargers, a Stedin-connected transformer station, and a wide range of battery-powered equipment, including ele
  • ShibataFenderTeam Group inaugurates manufacturing facility in Valencia
    ShibataFenderTeam Group has officially opened its fourth global manufacturing facility, located in Valencia, Spain, expanding its production capabilities to better serve the growing demand across Spain, the Mediterranean, and the wider EMEA region. With a total investment of around US$8 million, the new plant will double production capacity for foam fenders and steel structures, enhancing deliver
  • Maersk applies new Gabon surcharge
    Danish ocean carrier Maersk is introducing a peak season surcharge (PSS) on shipments from Gabon to Africa, Europe, Middle East, Far East and Central America. Effective from 15 July, the following surcharge will apply to both dry and reefer containers: Origin Destination 20DRY 40DRY 40HDRY 20 REEF / 40HREF Gabon China, Ivory Coast, Cameroon, Spain, Japan, Ghana, Nigeria, Benin, Togo, Korea South,
  • Upward trend in bunker indices
    At the end of the 24 th week of the year, the global bunker indices published by Marine Bunker Exchange (MABUX) continued their moderate upward trend. The 380 HSFO index rose by US$1.80 to US$467.81/MT. The VLSFO index increased by US$1.18, reaching US$542.08/MT. The MGO index saw a larger gain, reaching US$729.67/MT. "At the time of writing, the market was experiencing minor, multidirectional fl
  • Unprecedented fleet utilization puts another layer of uncertainty in global shipping
    The global container shipping industry is entering uncharted waters as it sails into an era of unprecedented fleet utilization, with idle capacity plunging to a mere 0.6% of the world's 32 million TEU fleet, according to Alphaliner's report. With just 70 vessels (185,157 TEUs) currently inactive, the liner sector has become virtually fully employed, a situation not seen since pre-pandemic boom pe
  • Wärtsilä hybrid propulsion to power four new Vertom vessels
    Wärtsilä has secured a contract to deliver a fully integrated hybrid propulsion solution for four new 10,700 DWT geared tween decker vessels being constructed for Dutch ship owner and maritime services provider Vertom Group. The deal, booked in the first quarter of 2025, supports Vertom's fleet renewal strategy and commitment to sustainable shipping. The vessels will be equipped with the Wärtsilä
  • Port of Ventspils receives first electric crane
    Stena Line Ports Ventspils JSC has officially taken delivery of its first electric Konecranes Gottwald ESP.7 Mobile Harbor Crane. The new machine marks a major step forward in its strategy to modernize operations and reduce emissions at the Port of Ventspils, a vital Baltic trade hub linking the Nordics and Central Europe. Ordered in mid-2024 and delivered in Q1 2025, the new mobile harbor crane
  • KEZAD Group unveils KEZAD Business District
    Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD) has announced the launch of the KEZAD Business District, a landmark mixed-use commercial development located within the KEZAD Al Ma'mourah master plan, spanning 410 square kilometres. Strategically positioned at the gateway of the E11 highway between Abu Dhabi and the Northern Emirates, the new district is envisioned as a modern business destination that b
  • New US logistics firm launches operations
    A new veteran-led logistics company, Gulf of America Logistics (GOAL), has commenced operations to meet surging demand for project cargo services across the US Gulf Coast. Headquartered in Bossier City, Louisiana, US, GOAL enters the market at a pivotal time, as investment accelerates in energy, infrastructure, and industrial megaprojects across the region. Founded by Brent Patterson, a US Navy l

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Splash web site
JUNE 12, 2025
  • Oceaneering scores Gulf of Mexico vessel contract
    Houston-based oilfield services provider Oceaneering has, through its offshore projects group (OPG), secured a vessel services contract with an undisclosed major operator in the Gulf of Mexico. The agreement will see the US-flagged 2013-built multipurpose vessel (MPSV) Harvey Deep Sea deployed to carry out subsea inspection, maintenance, and repair (IMR) and installation services. The MPSV, ...
  • Chartwell Marine designs CTV to support legacy offshore wind turbines
    NR Marine Services has commissioned UK-based ship designer Chartwell Marine to design a new CTV, which will be capable of supporting older generation assets, now referred to as legacy turbines. These vessels will still be constructed and outfitted with modern technologies to maximise vessel fuel efficiency and comfort. The so-called Defiant class vessel is a ...
  • Crew rescued from sinking bulker in Indian Ocean
    All 23 crewmembers aboard the Panama-flagged bulk carrier Run Fun 3 have been rescued after abandoning their sinking ship in the Indian Ocean. The 172-m-long ship, built in 1997, departed Singapore and was sailing towards Togo when it began sinking due to an unknown cause of cargo hold flooding. The crew-21 Vietnamese and two Myanmar ...
  • Chinese master jailed for damaging Taiwanese undersea cable
    A court in Taiwan has sentenced a Chinese national, identified only as Captain Wang, to three years in prison for intentionally damaging an undersea communication cable connecting Taiwan's main island to the Penghu archipelago. This verdict marks the first conviction related to the severing of Taiwan's critical undersea infrastructure. On February 25, 2025, the Togolese-flagged ...
  • Green shipping leaders struggle to meet efficiency targets
    Just how big a mountain shipping has to climb if it is to keep up with the green goals set by the International Maritime Organization(IMO) has been set in sharp relief with the latest disclosure report from the Sea Cargo Charter, whose members are considered environmental leaders in shipping. Signatories to the charter were still ...
  • Philippines launches 3.3GW offshore wind round
    The Department of Energy of the Philippines has launched its Fifth Green Energy Auction, looking to secure 3.3GW of fixed-bottom offshore wind capacity with delivery slated between 2028 and 2030. This will be the first round to focus solely on fixed-bottom offshore wind technology. The DOE chose fixed-bottom offshore wind due to its established track ...
  • India takes action against MSC over sinking of 28-year-old ship
    Two recent ship casualties are making daily headlines in India, and stirring debate about cracking down on ageing vessels passing through the nation's waters. Nearly three weeks after the 28-year-old MSC Elsa 3 capsized off the coast of Kerala, the state's coastal police have officially registered a criminal case against Mediterranean Shipping Co, the vessel's ...
  • DOF anchor handler to stay in Canada for another three years
    Norwegian offshore vessel owner DOF has won a contract extension for one of its anchor handling tug supply (AHTS) vessels. The extension was awarded to the 2015-built Skandi Cutter by an undisclosed charterer. The vessel is currently operating in Canada under a contract set to end at the end of 2025. The vessel will now ...
  • Equinor awards plug and abandonment job to Baker Hughes
    Norwegian energy major Equinor has awarded a contract for plug and abandonment services on the Oseberg East field off Norway to oilfield services giant Baker Hughes. The plug and abandonment campaign planning phase, as well as its execution across several wells in the North Sea, will be led by Baker Hughes' mature assets solutions team. ...
  • Davie moves to buy Texas Shipyards
    Canadian shipbuilder Davie has set out to acquire shipbuilding assets in Galveston and Port Arthur from Gulf Copper & Manufacturing Corporation, a Texas-based company specialising in ship repair, construction, and marine services. The transaction for Texas Shipyards is still subject to financial, legal, and regulatory closing conditions, as well as land lease negotiations with the Galveston Wharv
  • Middle East shipping routes on alert amid rising US-Iran-Israel tensions
    A rare and urgent joint advisory issued by United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations, Maritime Security Centre - Horn of Africa, and Joint Maritime Information Centre has set alarm bells ringing for ship operators passing through the Middle East. The advisory warns of an increased threat level in the Arabian/Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, and the ...
  • Entropy and shipping
    Occasional columnist Santosh Patil on how rising disorder is reshaping our industry. The second law of thermodynamics and the concept of entropy which states that systems naturally progress from order to disorder is well-known. Today, few sectors reflect this principle more vividly than the global shipping industry. This rising disorder-or entropy-is reshaping the maritime world. ...
  • Geneva Dry 2026 opens for business
    Organisers of Geneva Dry, the world's premier commodities shipping conference, have unveiled today the agenda for the 2026 edition of the summit with marketing officially underway for what is forecast to be a record turnout at the five-star Hotel President Wilson on the shore of Lake Geneva. The annual Geneva Dry, which debuted in 2024, ...
  • How the daily routines of seafarers will evolve
    How much of daily manual operations at sea will be made redundant by 2035? The latest from Ship Concept 2035, our new magazine. How has your job changed over the past 10 years? Is the workload similar? That's the kind of thoughts we asked Splash readers to contemplate in our survey with one of the ...

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Lloyd's List web site
JUNE 12, 2025
  • Shipping is struggling with compliance complexity
    Lloyd's List survey reveals that the 'average' shipping company is not equipped with sufficient technical expertise to navigate regulatory compliance...
  • Dynamarine and James Fisher Fendercare plot STS transfer safety push
    New collaboration targets the elevation of practices in ship-to-ship cargo operations
  • Toro acquires tanker following new spin-off
    Acquisition by Petros Panagiotidis-led owner could become second unit in fleet of newly-listed Robin Energy
  • Master of cable-cutting vessel convicted in Taiwan court
    Wang Liang was convicted in Tainan District Court for a violation of the Telecommunications Management Act after his ship caused...
  • Safer shipping here to stay, says Allianz Commercial's Heinrich
    Low level of losses likely to be repeated in coming years, says head of hull at German insurance giant
  • Study questions worth of voluntary green shipping initiatives
    A study by UCL has questioned the effectiveness of voluntary green shipping initiatives such as the Poseidon Principles and Sea...
  • Bulkers continue to get safer despite fleet growth
    The latest report from Intercargo shows vessel losses have consistently declined since the turn of the millennium, despite significant fleet...
  • Global port throughput forecast dims despite strong first quarter
    Impact of US trade policies will hit home in the second half of 2025, as frontloading dissipates and volumes wane...
  • BC Ferries' ro-pax newbuilding contract faces backlash over Chinese yard choice
    BC Ferries is having to fend off local concerns after choosing an experienced Chinese builder of ro-pax ferries for its...
  • Fire on Wan Hai boxship largely contained
    Two firefighting vessels deployed to the burning containership have managed to contain the blaze
  • UK Chamber of Shipping disappointed with Reeves spending review
    State support needed to ensure competitiveness, argues shipowner trade association
  • Conflict between Israel and Iran would 'most certainly' close the Strait of Hormuz
    The US has begun the evacuation of some personnel from the region, including dependents in Bahrain and some staff at...
  • South Korean yards cut delivery times as efficiency improves
    Improvements have enabled earlier deliveries of important vessel orders and boosted overall yard output. Move comes as US-China tensions have...
  • The Daily View: Give peace a chance. Up to a point
  • Charterers continue to lag behind IMO green goals
    The Sea Cargo Charter's latest climate disclosure report shows slow progress aligning with green targets. Its vice-chair says the long-term...
  • Singapore tanker broker Vantage to raise $13m in US IPO
    The Singapore-based shipbroker aims to strengthen its presence beyond Asia, especially in Western markets and the dirty petroleum products sector...
  • Daily Briefing
    EU price cap plan could force shadow fleet changes but enforcement questions remain | 'Zombie' tanker Jaya departs China for...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JUNE 12, 2025
  • June expected to be peak for niche carriers in the trans-Pacific: analyst
    Sea-Intelligence said elevated freight rates are drawing small carriers to the eastbound trade lane, but the additional capacity should dwindle by mid-August.
  • US trucking rate momentum stalls amid volume decline: Cass, PPIs
    Instead of rising in May as would typically be expected, US freight volumes dropped, and that's having an impact on pricing, freight indicators reveal.
  • Car carriers shift gears to cope with east-west trade imbalances
    Rising Asian vehicle exports have surpassed falling volumes from the west, forcing trade reshuffling and a rise in ballast trips.
  • Industrial cargo demand challenged by regional variation, economic uncertainty
    While some markets grapple with the lingering effects of trade disputes and fluctuating demand, others are experiencing unprecedented growth driven by green initiatives, robust domestic infrastructure development and the necessities of defense.

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TradeWinds web site
JUNE 12, 2025
  • Back in business: India's oldest private shipyard rises from the ashes
    Swan Heavy is ready to take orders, says CEO
  • Demand and tight tonnage push Braemar kamsarmax spot assessment up by 20% in a week
    Shipbroker also sees gains in Pacific market
  • Why AI can't yet sail your ship, safety expert explains
    Head of UK's Centre for Assuring Autonomy says AI has many uses but needs more real-world testing
  • Can contango save the summer as VLCC owners eye new long-haul routes?
    Broker BRS says shift in oil pricing could support rock-bottom rates
  • Chinese captain jailed in landmark case after ship damaged undersea cable
    Three-year sentence handed to seafarer named only as Captain Wang
  • Heidmar sees big investor interest in older product tankers after values plunge
    Bulker prices remain relatively high, Greece-headquartered operator says
  • Daily dose: Baltic Exchange boosts bunker reporting with extra global reach
    UK exchange says demand is rising for data in newer markets
  • Ravenous MSC leads raid on secondhand market as German owner exits container business
    Carrier bags boxships from Contships, Conbulk and Dohle in an unrelenting buying campaign
  • More carrot please: London Greeks pile in to criticism of IMO green plan
    Taxing ships is not enough to create a carbon-free world, argues the Greek Shipping Cooperation Committee
  • AI language technology to unleash next generation of maritime cyber criminals
    Oslo-based Norma Cyber believes AI reduces costs and barriers for fraudsters
  • UK shipowner Whitaker claims biofuel blending first on bunker tanker
    Lloyd's Register certifies first such operation involving FAME B100 fuel on Whitchampion
  • Carbon capture and storage set to trap around 15% of maritime emissions by 2050
    New DNV report sees CCS ballooning 30-fold but says growth will not be enough to hit net-zero target
  • Trump's trade chief is listening on car carrier fees. Will he ease them further?
    Fees on Chinese-linked ships are 'baked' as Jamieson Greer's office keeps scope of public comment limited
  • Heidmar hunts for technical manager takeovers to push fleet past 100 ships
    Commercial bulker management expansion also on the agenda for newly listed operator
  • ZeroNorth takes problem-solving beyond the human brain
    Whether filling in the gaps or handling huge amounts of data, there is a place for AI, says tech chief
  • Danish dry bulk researchers reveal champs and chumps in new emissions rankings
    Danish duo Liengaard & Roschmann detail top and bottom fleets on GHG efficiency
  • Increased Middle East loadings could be a positive sign for VLCCs as Opec opens taps, researcher says
    Middle East loadings jumped last week, a positive sign Bimco says, even if rates did not respond
  • Japanese power company JERA triples its US LNG buys as it signs up with three more producers
    Fresh deals come on top of signing with NextDecade last month
  • Data wars: Inmarsat's NexusWave bags 200 vessels in first year
    Bonded multiple channel solution becoming popular as digitalisation needs grow, says company
  • Stolt-Nielsen teams with Itochu on green methanol bunkering in China
    Norwegian group's joint venture aiming to support growing demand for low-carbon fuels
  • Putin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov dismisses EU threat to cut 'illegal' price cap
    Kremlin spokesman says proposal to reduce permitted price level will not help stabilise global energy markets
  • New round of Iran-US talks to be held in Oman as war fears spook markets
    Concerns about potential imminent attack on Islamic republic may fade after meeting set in Muscat on 15 June
  • Eastern Pacific VLEC heads to India as US tightens export rules to China
    The STL Qianjiang signals Dahej delivery after two years of shipping gas to China
  • Dong-A Tanker exits handysize sector as leased bulkers are sold in en-bloc deal
    Sale of sister ships expected to bring in $27m for shipowning investment fund
  • Fake seafarer CVs putting lives at risk onboard ships, warns crew agency boss
    Crewing specialist says more and more officers are exaggerating their experience to secure jobs
  • Astrup Fearnley logs record profit as shipbroking remains core business
    Norwegian group notes more confidence in the market after strong 2024
  • Guinea mining disruptions cost Indian player $22m in demurrage charges
    Ashapura Group says it remains committed to market despite defaults by local logistics partner
  • Shipping should draw a line with AI when it comes to autonomous vessels
    The evolution of digital tools has delivered a golden opportunity
  • Seatankers director Orjan Svanevik quits board of Sveaas' Sea1 Offshore
    Svanevik is a board member of Fredriksen's Frontline
  • Maritime danger warning issued for Strait of Hormuz amid signs of pending attack on Iran
    UKMTO and Diaplous urge vessels to transit waters off Iran 'with caution'
  • BC Ferries orders new hybrid ferries at CMI Weihai Shipyard in China
    Planned five-ship order cut to four by provincial government commission
  • Singapore shipbroker Vantage prices imminent New York IPO at $13m
    Company aims to start trading shares on the NYSE American stock exchange on Thursday

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American Shipper web site
JUNE 12, 2025
  • House investigator Yi to lead Marad
    Veteran Congressional investigator Sang H. Yi has been named acting chief of the Maritime Administration.
  • Canadian government to force union vote on Canada Post contract offer
    The Canadian government has agreed to Canada Post's request to force a union vote on is latest contract offer to break a negotiating stalemate.
  • DHL steps up Middle East expansion with $570M in planned investments
    DHL has been expanding its Middle East presence in conjunction with the region's economic development. The next evolution is a nearly $600M investment in facilities, equipment and technology in Saudi Arabia and the UAE over five years.

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In the second quarter, container traffic in the port of Genoa fell by -2.8% while in Savona-Vado it grew by +76.3%
Genoa
In the Ligurian capital, the transhipment share decreased, while the Savona port benefited.
Fincantieri records strong growth in half-year financial performance and new orders
Rome
In the first six months of 2025, orders totaled 14.7 billion euros (+93.5%)
In the second quarter, naval traffic through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.2%
In the second quarter, naval traffic through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.2%
Cairo
1,248 tankers (-2.7%) and 1,826 other types of vessels (-8.5%) passed through
CMA CGM's net profit fell by 140% in the second quarter.
Marseille
Revenues stable. The French shipping group is interested in acquiring Hutchison Ports' terminals.
Royal Caribbean closes second quarter with record net profit
Miami
The April-June period was very positive
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced a merger agreement today.
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced a merger agreement today.
Omaha/Atlanta
First coast-to-coast cargo rail network
Gurrieri resigns as Special Commissioner of the Eastern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Trieste
The atypical reverse charge for the logistics sector will become applicable tomorrow
Milan
Ruggerone (Assologistica): one of the most strategic reforms we helped build is being implemented
Policy brief on cyber threats that pose risks to port infrastructure
Tallinn
It was developed by the NATO Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence
Interferry urges the EU Commission to harmonize its shipping decarbonization regulations with those of the IMO
Victoria
Failure to align - the association warned - will force shipping companies to pay twice for emissions.
In the second quarter of 2025, Chinese seaports handled 79.1 million containers (+6.1%)
Beijing
Total freight traffic was three billion tons (+3.3%), of which 1.3 billion tons were with foreign countries (+1.9%).
CK Hutchison announces plans to include a Chinese investor in the consortium to sell Hutchison Ports
Hong Kong
Without the participation of the COSCO shipping group, China would not authorize the sale
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has awarded compensation of $1 billion over the X-Press Pearl accident.
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has awarded compensation of $1 billion over the X-Press Pearl accident.
Columbus
The container ship caught fire and sank near the port of Colombo
The Greek government sends a tugboat to the Red Sea to assist ships that may be attacked by the Houthis.
The Greek government sends a tugboat to the Red Sea to assist ships that may be attacked by the Houthis.
Piraeus
The AHTS "Giant" is leaving
Saipem and Subsea7 have signed a binding merger agreement.
Saipem and Subsea7 have signed a binding merger agreement.
Milan/Luxembourg
The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026.
In the second quarter, the port of Valencia handled over 1.5 million containers (+4.0%)
In the first half of 2025, the amount of new orders to Chinese shipyards fell by -18.2%
Beijing
A decrease of -3.5% in new construction completed in the period was recorded
In the second quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Trieste grew by +3.7%
Trieste
Bulk cargo increased. Miscellaneous cargo fell by 13.2%.
CMA CGM and TotalEnergies form joint venture for LNG bunkering in the Port of Rotterdam.
Marseille
Agreement to supply 360,000 tons of liquefied natural gas per year to the French group's ships
In the second quarter of 2025, freight traffic in Spanish ports decreased by -4.7%
Madrid
All the main product categories are decreasing except for conventional goods
Brookfield Asset Management to sell 49% of British port group PD Ports to Spain's Pontegadea
Middlesbrough
The English company has over 1,400 employees
In the quarter April-June, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2.3%
In the quarter April-June, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -2.3%
Rotterdam
The port authority is alarmed by the state of crisis in the national industry.
The electrification of the docks in the ports of Livorno, Piombino and Portoferraio is proceeding according to plan.
Third dock for cruise traffic in the port of Catania
Catania
Pier 25's restyling completed
Another quarter of decline in freight traffic at the port of Algeciras
Algeciras
In the period April-June, containers amounted to 1.24 million TEUs (+1.0%)
A new tax applied to cruise passengers disembarking in national ports came into force today in Greece.
Athens
Belgian rail freight company Lineas receives €61 million government loan
Brussels
The measure was approved last night by the restricted council of ministers
ERTMS installation completed on 1,400 kilometers of Italian railway network
Rome
The project is financed with 2.5 billion euros from PNRR funds.
Wärtsilä's quarterly financial and commercial results are positive.
Helsinki
The Marine Electrical Systems division will be sold to the Italian company VINCI Energies.
In the port of Barcelona the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five
In the port of Barcelona the number of cruise terminals will be reduced from seven to five
Barcelona
The mayor: For the first time in history, a limit is placed on the growth of cruises in the city.
MSC and Moby have presented their commitments to meet the AGCM's requirements.
Rome
Shipping Agencies Services will sell its 49% stake in Moby, waiving the consideration in favor of the majority shareholder. Moby commits to completely repaying its debt to SAS.
Fincantieri confirms its interest in the development of American shipbuilding
Fincantieri confirms its interest in the development of American shipbuilding
Washington
Folgiero: Commitment to deliver next-generation capabilities in full alignment with U.S. strategic priorities
The Chamber of Deputies has approved the appointment of four presidents of Italian Port System Authorities.
Rome
The names proposed for the Port System Authorities of the Southern Adriatic, Central-Northern Tyrrhenian, Western Liguria, and Eastern Liguria have been approved. Voting on the Northern Tyrrhenian Authority has been postponed.
Information exchange between state administrations for the digitalization of the maritime sector begins
Rome
The first operational meeting at the Coast Guard General Command in Rome
The Clean Maritime Fuels Platform suggests measures to support the production and distribution of clean marine fuels
COSCO Shipping Ports sets new monthly and quarterly container traffic records
Hong Kong
In the period April-June, 29.4 million TEUs were handled (+4.5%)
Sharp increase in cases of seafarers abandoning their ships
London
2,286 crew members from 222 ships involved as of early 2025
Global freight traffic saw strong growth in the first quarter of this year in anticipation of new tariffs
Global freight traffic saw strong growth in the first quarter of this year in anticipation of new tariffs
Geneva
North America saw the strongest quarterly growth in imports
In the port of Antwerp-Bruges containers and rolling stock are increasing and other types of goods are decreasing
Antwerp
Traffic congestion continues at the airport, with the situation on the landside becoming critical
A study denounces the delay of European ports in equipping themselves with cold ironing facilities.
Brussels/Pozzallo
The tender to electrify the docks of the port of Pozzallo has begun.
T&E proposes to include more non-EU transhipment ports to avoid carbon leakage
Brussels
The association calls on the EU Commission to reduce the current threshold of 65% of transhipment traffic
Federlogistica urges the immediate establishment of a control room on tariffs
Genoa
The aim is also to eliminate extra costs caused by bureaucracy.
Containerized cargo handled through the port of Singapore fell by 2.9% in the second quarter.
Singapore
Last May, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.8%
Last May, ship transits through the Suez Canal decreased by -6.8%
Cairo
The negative trend continued in June and early July
Terminal operators are not at all satisfied with a policy that seems to have no interest in ports
Rome
Cognolato: It is essential to close the ongoing trials on several fronts.
The largest ship ever to dock at Cagliari's Porto Canale at the MITO terminal.
Milan
The container ship "MSC Venice" with a capacity of 16,652 TEU arrived yesterday
On 5 and 6 November in Lisbon a summit called by the ILA against automation in the maritime and port sector
On 5 and 6 November in Lisbon a summit called by the ILA against automation in the maritime and port sector
North Bergen/Metzingen
South Korean HD Hyundai, together with German NEURA Robotics, will develop and test welding robots in shipyards
The toll of the horrific attack on the bulk carrier Eternity C in the Red Sea is still uncertain.
Mandaluyong/London/Brussels
Joint statement by ICS, BIMCO, European Shipowners, Intercargo and Intertanko
In the first half of 2025, bulk cargo increased and general cargo decreased in the port of Marseille-Fos
Marseille
Cruise passengers increase by +5%
The Senate has approved the framework law on interports
Rome
UIR, gives the Italian interport system a modern, orderly and coherent regulatory framework
Carlo De Ruvo was elected president of Confetra
Rome
Among the challenges, the uncontrolled expansion of large logistics groups and their concentration
Number of pirate attacks on ships still high in the second quarter of 2025
Number of pirate attacks on ships still high in the second quarter of 2025
Kuala Lumpur
The number of acts of violence against crews is decreasing
Telemar and TNL Group merger agreement
Telemar and TNL Group merger agreement
Oslo/Athens/Paris
One of the top three operators in the OT/IoT services market for the maritime and superyacht sectors will be created
Attacks on ships in the Red Sea still cause deaths among seafarers
Portsmouth
Liberian-flagged bulk carrier " Eternity C" targeted
Canadian shipbuilding company Davie acquires second shipyard in Finland
Helsinki/Pori
It will buy the Enersense Offshore shipyard
Amendment on Port Labor Supply Agencies Approved
Rome
Immediate transformation into Agencies authorised to provide temporary port work
Salvini appoints a manager of a private shipping company from Campania as president of the regional AdSP
Rome
This is Eliseo Cuccaro, CEO of Alilauro
Extend the application of the 0.1% sulphur limit in marine fuels globally
Extend the application of the 0.1% sulphur limit in marine fuels globally
Berlin
This is proposed by an analysis by the International Council on Clean Transportation
IMO and EU condemn renewed attacks on ships in the Red Sea
London/Brussels
Dominguez: New violation of international law and freedom of navigation
In the second quarter of this year, Finnlines' revenues decreased by -5.0%.
Helsinki
Net profit of 26.1 million euros (+7.7%)
Container traffic in the Port of New York remained stable in the April-June quarter.
New York
An increase of +4.9% was recorded in the first half of 2025
The Chamber of Deputies approves the appointment of the presidents of five Port System Authorities.
Rome
They are Davide Gariglio, Francesco Rizzo, Eliseo Cuccaro, Francesco Benevolo and Giovanni Gugliotti
Latrofa appointed extraordinary commissioner of the Port Authority of the Central-Northern Tyrrhenian Sea
Rome
Ministerial decree signed
The PNRR tender for interports has been reopened.
Rome
Resources available amounting to 2.2 million euros
Port of Livorno: Workers are the priority in the LTM crisis
Livorno
UPS's quarterly earnings performance declines
Atlanta
Net income in the April-June quarter was $1.28 billion (-8.9%)
Approval for the 2025 budget variation of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority.
Gioia Tauro
500 thousand euros for the 49% share held by the Port Agency company
FHP Group acquires the remaining 10% stake in Lotras
Milan/Foggia
The integration between Lotras and CFI Intermodal will begin to create FHP Intermodal.
OITAF scientific document on good practices in the logistics and transport of fresh fruit and vegetables
Milan
The Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has joined the PLIKA
Livorno
Platform dedicated to training, innovation and knowledge sharing in the logistics and port sectors
Matteo Paroli's nomination as president of the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has been signed.
Rome
He has a degree in law and a specialization in administrative law.
Container throughput increases in Haropa Port, while bulk cargo decreases.
Le Havre
In the first half of this year, containers were 1.51 million TEUs (+4%)
Bureau Veritas reports a 9.8% quarterly increase in revenues in the Marine & Offshore segment
Courbevoie
Kalmar and Konecranes increase new orders in the April-June quarter
Helsinki
The turnover of the two Finnish companies is slightly increasing
Container traffic in the port of Barcelona fell by 12.2% in the second quarter.
Barcelona
Assiterminal threatens a new wave of appeals against regulations it believes are damaging to port operations
Genoa
2M Logistics signs an agreement with Salerno-based Gallozzi
Barendrecht
The Dutch company will represent GF Logistics, a subsidiary of the Italian group, in the Benelux region.
Swiss company Kuehne+Nagel's quarterly profits fell
Schindellegi
In the period April-June of this year, net turnover grew by +1.7%
Yang Ming orders three 8,000 TEU container ships from Nihon Shipyard and Imabari Shipbuilding
Keelung/Imabari
Contract valued at $351.3-394.5 million
Italia Nostra reiterates its strong concerns about the construction of the Fiumicino-Isola Sacra port.
Rome
European maritime cities, destinations for cruise tourism - the association highlights - denounce the phenomenon of over-tourism in the cruise sector
Egypt's first automotive terminal has come into operation at Port Said East.
East Port Said
It can accommodate two car carriers at the same time
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Tepsa has acquired a liquid bulk terminal in the port of Rotterdam.
Singapore/Rotterdam
It was sold by Global Energy Storage Holdings
The Spinelli Group has approved its 2024 sustainability report.
Genoa
Of the company's 616 direct employees, 49% are under the age of 50.
In the second quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by +1.6%
Ankara
Cargoes to and from Italy amounted to 12.7 million tons (+10.1%)
Extension of the Simplified Logistics Zone for Genoa Ports and Dry Ports to the Savona, Vado Ligure, and Bergeggi areas.
Genoa
Approval from the ZLS Steering Committee
Isotta Fraschini Motori has inaugurated a new production line for hydrogen fuel cell systems in Bari.
Trieste
They will be used for naval and land solutions
The Grande Shanghai , the Grimaldi Group's first ammonia-ready car carrier, has been christened.
Naples
It has a load capacity of 9,000 CEUs.
The Port of Genoa, FILT, and UILT have declared a five-day strike at the Bettolo Terminal.
Genoa
Fit Cisl Liguria expressed solidarity with the workers
The tender for the dredging of the commercial dock basin at the port of Ancona has been published.
Ancona
The removal of approximately 730 thousand cubic meters of sediment is planned
Tender for the restoration and enhancement of docks 32 and 33 in the Deep Sea Zone of the port of Savona
Genoa
An investment of over 6.7 million euros is expected
There are 1,100 workers in Palermo directly employed in the seaside tourism sector
Palermo
This year, cruise traffic is expected to grow by 9.4% in the port of the Sicilian capital.
Six-month growth of +9% in freight on the St. Petersburg-India/China maritime route
Fly
FESCO operates six vessels in the service
Port of Trieste: Special Commissioner Gurrieri under investigation for money laundering
Trieste
I am certain - he declared - that I can demonstrate that I acted legally, in full transparency.
Vard signs new contract for the construction of two CSOVs
Trieste
The vessels will be used to support operations in the offshore wind sector
UIR welcomes the publication of the tender for the digitalization of the logistics chain.
Rome
Di Caterina (ALIS): a concrete tool that enhances the needs of businesses and strengthens the logistics system
GNV celebrated its first ten years of activity on the Italy-Albania route
Durres
During the period, the company's ships carried over 1.25 million passengers
A shipment of over 1.2 tons of marijuana was seized at the port of Gioia Tauro.
Reggio Calabria/Catanzaro
Members of a criminal organization that imported drugs from South America through European ports and airports have been arrested.
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean to build seven 15,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships
Keelung
They will be delivered between 2028 and 2029
Walden to sell healthcare logistics business to Yusen Logistics
Paris
Exclusive negotiations announced
Solinas (Sardinian Action Party) is not at all satisfied with the state of Sardinian ports
Cagliari
The immediate establishment of a special commission is urged
ANSI welcomes the introduction of the information dashboard for managing private procurement contracts in logistics.
Rome
D'Angelo: it will allow the country to take another step forward
Russo (Confcommercio): excluding road transport from the PNRR funding was shortsighted.
Rome
First bulletin from the Freight Insights Observatory produced by the National Center for Sustainable Mobility
ABB Group posts sharp growth in quarterly financial and business performance
Zurich
In the period April-June the value of new orders grew by +16.0%
Informal consultations have begun on the preliminary proposal for the new Ancona Port Master Plan.
Ancona
Eleven meetings scheduled for July
Program agreement for preparatory and functional interventions for the construction of the bridge over the Strait of Messina
Rome
It was signed today in Rome
Project to develop an ecological station for the treatment of wastewater from ships
Naples
Initiative of the Neapolitan Group of the Cenere and Iello Landing
Assiterminal urges against bringing sediment from the Bagnoli dredging project into the port of Naples.
Genoa
Cognolato and Ferrari: It is essential to safeguard the full functionality of the commercial port's activities.
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach fell 3.4% in the second quarter.
Long Beach
A decline of -16.4% was recorded in June
Paolo Pessina has been appointed vice president of Conftrasporto-Confcommercio.
Rome
He is president of the national federation of maritime agents and brokers
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong decreased by -8.2% in the second quarter
Hong Kong
A decrease of -13.7% was recorded in June
Cuneo-based logistics company Nord Ovest is seeing growing financial results.
Wedge
Construction work on a new depot in Mondovì will be completed in early 2026.
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles grows driven by fears of new tariffs
Los Angeles
June saw the highest volume ever recorded for this month
The Management Committee of the Sardinia Sea Port Authority has adopted the DPSS
Cagliari
Green light for the concession to MITO and the appeal against the rejection of Olbia's dredging project.
Three events in Genoa for three new Explora Journeys cruise ships.
Genoa
A technical launch, a coin laying and the cutting of the first sheet metal were carried out at the Fincantieri shipyard
Grimaldi sells 5% of Terminal Darsena Toscana to Livorno Port Company
Naples/Livorno
Option to purchase an additional 5% of the share capital
Concession agreement signed that assigns management of the port of Tartous to DP World
Damascus
It has a lifespan of 30 years
Matteo Gasparato appointed president of the Northern Adriatic Sea Port Authority
Rome
He was appointed extraordinary commissioner of the same port authority
Meeting in Rome between the heads of ESPO and Assoporti
Rome
Among the topics addressed, the competitiveness of European ports in the current global context
Chinese airline OOCL reports quarterly decline in scheduled service revenues
Hong Kong
Cargo transported by the company's ships is increasing
Collaboration between the Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority and the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority
Rome
Agreement with an initial duration of five years
Survey in Germany on the prospects of companies in the maritime, port and shipbuilding sectors
Hamburg
Shipowners are more concerned. Positive prospects for ports and shipyards.
Port of Augusta: Work begins on a third bridge connecting the island to the mainland.
Augusta
Work worth over 20 million euros
Vard signs contract with InkFish for new research vessel
Trieste
The deal is worth more than 200 million euros.
1.1 billion euros will be invested in the port of Hamburg to strengthen the container sector
Hamburg
Improving accessibility and port infrastructure in the Waltershofer Hafen area
Meyer Turku delivered the new Star of the Seas cruise ship to Royal Caribbean
Turku
It has a gross tonnage of 250,800 tons
ESPO calls for increased funding for ports under the next EU Multiannual Financial Framework
Brussels
The CEF programme funds have proven to be far from sufficient
Fincantieri delivers the new Oceania Allura cruise ship to Oceania Cruises.
Miami/Trieste
Two additional Sonata-class ships have been converted into orders.
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
Confindustria event on the sea economy in Rome on July 15th
Rome
The public meeting of the International Containers Studies Center will be held in Genoa on July 2nd
Genoa
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Why Malta is objecting to a new price cap on Russian oil
(timesofmalta.com)
US has its eye on Greek ports
(Kathimerini)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
Uniport: Bringing debris from Bagnoli to the port of Naples would postpone long-awaited dredging.
Rome
Legora de Feo: It's necessary to find alternative solutions.
Taiwanese companies Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenues.
Keelung/Taipei
In the period April-June it fell by -18.7%, -26.5% and -8.6% respectively
The establishment of the Information Dashboard for the management of private procurement contracts in logistics has been approved.
In May, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +1.4%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.
EU approves joint purchase of port equipment by terminal operators
Brussels
Joint definition of minimum technical specifications of equipment is also permitted
Serbian energy group EPS will import coal through the Montenegrin port of Bar
Bar
Currently imports from Indonesia pass through the port of Constanta
Fincantieri Foundation and Luiss University launch a project to strengthen the safety of underwater infrastructure.
Trieste
Among the objectives, contribute to the definition of a specific regulatory framework
Freewheeling: The government's U-turn on anti-mafia controls in the road haulage sector is a welcome development.
Modena
Franchini: If the government has realized it made a mistake, that's good news.
Agostinelli (AdSP Tirreno Meridionale e Ionio): the amendment that allows for the early transformation of the Gioia Tauro Port Agency is extremely important.
Confindustria's event on the maritime economy will take place in Rome on July 15th.
Rome
The confederation's strategic document on the sector will be presented
Kerala seeks $1.1 billion from MSC in damages over MSC Elsa 3 sinking
Thiruvananthapuram
Temporary detention of the vessel "MSC Akuteta II" granted
Trasportounito requests the cancellation of the renewal procedure of the Central Committee of the Register of Hauliers
Rome
New seizure of a load of cocaine in the port of Gioia Tauro
Reggio Calabria
16 bags containing 417 kilos of drugs were found in a container
MOL and Kinetics to build world's first floating data center
Tokyo
It will be installed on a vessel of 9,731 gross tonnage
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