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Exim India web site
DECEMBER 18, 2025
  • Allcargo Logistics expands reach to cover 100% of India's PIN Codes with its new 'Allcargo Extended Reach (AER)' network
  • 'We are a dynamic industry and challenges are a part of our working'
  • India's maritime sector being reshaped through reforms, large-scale investments, rapid technology adoption and expanding global partnerships
  • United Nations Convention on Negotiable Cargo Documents adopted
  • Global value chains resilient despite obstacles: Report
  • Palm oil imports edge up in Nov.
  • Sagarmala powering Andhra Pradesh's maritime growth
  • Oil tanker rates seen to remain elevated in H1 of 2026
  • Govt of Bihar and NLDSL ink MoU for digitisation and seamless integration of the state's logistics ecosystem
  • EU slaps fresh sanctions on oil traders with links to Russia's shipping network

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International Transport Journal web site
DECEMBER 18, 2025
  • "2026 will be a year of transition"
  • AGCT invests in quay cranes
  • Menzies earns Cargo iQ accreditation
  • ABL takes over SCF
  • High-voltage cables move north
  • Krawutschke to lead HPC
  • Solar fuel partnership
  • Intermodal strength offsets slowdown
  • Freight JV in Tajikistan
  • XCMG supports electric long-haul
  • Venjakob becomes VP European sales

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The Loadstar web site
DECEMBER 17, 2025
  • EXCLUSIVE: US Department of Justice set to stamp down hard on tariff evasion
  • Air cargo industry mourns passing of Nol van Fenema
  • Taking the Christmas carving knife to the T&L workforce - 'the lesser evil'?
  • Samudera and Imoto form feeder JV to serve Japan after alliance revamp
  • Apollo eyes $12bn sale of Atlas Air: is it worth it, and who would pay that?
  • India sees air exports grow, but ports register downturn in ocean volumes
  • Tradelanes: There's a buzz as Far East-Sub-Saharan Africa volumes grow
  • Record newbuild orderbook sets the stage for box shipping correction
  • US industry hopes for calmer new year, but fears growing regulatory zeal
  • Founder Zvi Schreiber to step down as Freightos CEO

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Marine Log web site
DECEMBER 17, 2025
  • Eastern Shipbuilding launches the first of four CARB-compliant Saltchuk escort tugs
    Eastern Shipbuilding Group (ESG), Panama City, Fla., has launched the first of the four new Robert Allan Ltd. RApport 2600 escort tugs it is building for Saltchuk Marine under a contract awarded
  • U.S. Navy accepts delivery of USNS Lucy Stone
    NAVSEA reports that the John Lewis-class fleet replenishment oiler USNS Lucy Stone (T-AO 209) was delivered to the Navy, Dec. 16. The delivery marks the official transfer of the ship from shipbuilder
  • VIDEO: New NWF study highlights the advantages of inland waterways employment
    The National Waterways Foundation (NWF) has commissioned and released a new study, "Evaluating Employment by Inland Waterways Operators," conducted by the Center for Ports and Waterways, Texas A&M Transportation Institute. A video
  • New tour vessel Spirit of Mulgumpin enters service in Queensland
    Spirit of Mulgumpin, a highly customized 22-meter tour vessel designed by Incat Crowther and built by the Gold Coast City Marina and Shipyard in Queensland, Australia, is now in operation for eco-tour
  • Brazilian pusher tug duo will have fuel-flexible Wärtsilä main engines
    Two pusher tugs under construction for Brazilian agribusiness and commodities giant AMAGGI will have Wärtsilä main engines The tugs are under construction at the Beconal shipyard, located in Manaus, Brazil, and are

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Container News web site
DECEMBER 17, 2025
  • DNV awards AiP for MSC 21,700 TEU container ship
    DNV has awarded an Approval in Principle (AiP) to Zhoushan Changhong International and CIMC ORIC for a new 21,700 TEU multi-fuel ready ultra-large container ship design developed in partnership with MSC, marking a further step toward next-generation, low- and zero-carbon mainline container shipping. The AiP confirms that the concept design complies with relevant DNV class rules and international
  • Hacegaba elected President of California Ports Association
    The California Association of Port Authorities has elected Dr. Noel Hacegaba as its new president. Hacegaba is the incoming CEO of the Port of Long Beach. He will represent California's 11 deepwater ports at the state and national level. Together, these ports handle 38% of all containerized U.S. imports and 28% of exports. Hacegaba said California's ports are critical to the state economy, the na
  • SC Ports boasts efficient, reliable operations in the Southeast
    South Carolina Ports continues to deliver efficient and reliable operations across the Southeast. The port provides stability as the shipping industry faces a market downturn. The Port of Charleston keeps berths fluid and works vessels quickly. This gives cargo owners fast access to Southeast markets. The port operates with a 52-foot harbor, the deepest on the U.S. East Coast. This depth allows t
  • A look at the best export documentation software on the market
    Having a robust yet simple export process with strong automated systems is essential when you are looking to scale your business, but compliance must not be sacrificed for growth or speed; this is where export documentation software comes in. Here we outline some of the leading providers on the market, comparing documented features, testimonials and company history, offering the perfect introduct
  • ZIM reaches agreement with shareholder group
    ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. has reached an agreement with a shareholder group regarding the composition of its board of directors ahead of the company's upcoming Annual and Extraordinary General Meeting, scheduled for December 26, 2025. The agreement was reached with a shareholder group led by Mor Gemel Pension Ltd., Reading Capital Ltd. and Sparta 24 Ltd. Under the terms of the arrange
  • Gulftainer to develop first rail-connected dry port in Uganda
    Gulftainer confirmed that it has entered into advanced discussions with the Government of the Republic of Uganda to develop Uganda's inaugural rail-connected dry port. During a high-level meeting at Nakasero State Lodge, Gulftainer's Group CEO, Farid Belbouab, met with the president of the Republic of Uganda, alongside senior cabinet members including the Minister of Works and Transport and the A
  • Adriatic Gate Container Terminal raises Rijeka port efficiency with new quay cranes
    Adriatic Gate Container Terminal, ICTSI's operation in Croatia, recently formally presented its new quay cranes to industry partners, shipping line representatives, freight forwarders, rail operators, and other stakeholders in the Rijeka transport corridor. The ceremony was also attended by representatives of the Ministry of the Sea, Transport and Infrastructure, customs, regional and local autho
  • Pilbara ports announced decrease in volumes
    Pilbara Ports delivered a total monthly throughput of 65.1 million tonnes for November 2025, a 2% decrease compared to November 2024. The Port of Port Hedland achieved a monthly throughput of 48.5Mt, of which 47.7Mt was iron ore exports. This was a two percent decrease in total throughput compared to November 2024. Imports through the Port of Port Hedland totaled 181,000 tonnes, an increase of 8%
  • ABL Group acquires SCF Containers in Australia and New Zealand
    Asian Bulk Logistics (ABL Group) and ICG have announced the completion of ABL's acquisition of 100% of SCF Containers, a leading provider of tailored shipping container solutions across Australia and New Zealand. SCF offers a wide range of intermodal, tank, and on-site storage containers. The acquisition strengthens ABL's footprint in Australia and supports its strategy to expand beyond energy co
  • Fincantieri projects strong growth in 2026-2030 Business Plan
    Fincantieri S.p.A. has approved its 2026-2030 Business Plan, outlining ambitious growth, sustainability, and efficiency targets. The plan anticipates 2030 revenues of €12.5 billion, up 40% from 2025, and EBITDA of €1.25 billion, a 90% increase. Net profit is expected to reach €500 million, while cash generation will accelerate deleveraging. The company plans over €50 billion in new orders, with D
  • AD Ports Group announced joint venture in Tajikistan
    AD Ports Group announced the signing of a Shareholder Agreement with AVESTO Group to establish a new joint venture company that will deliver integrated logistics and freight forwarding services across the country. Under the Shareholder Agreement, the Joint Venture will act as an asset-light freight forwarder in its initial phase, with exclusive rights to consolidate and manage all freight and log
  • MOL partners with Isometric on carbon removal strategy
    Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) has formed a strategic partnership with carbon removal registry Isometric to support its net zero strategy. Isometric will issue verified carbon dioxide removal (CDR) credits for MOL. MOL targets net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. "High-quality carbon removal credits are a key part of MOL's strategy to address residual emissions on the path to net zero," said Dai
  • Amasus adds second bound4blue eSAIL® to cargo fleet
    bound4blue and Amasus Shipping have completed the installation of a 22-metre eSAIL® on the general cargo vessel Fluvius Tavy . The work took place at Astander Shipyard in Santander, Spain. It marks the second time Amasus has adopted bound4blue's wind propulsion technology. The new unit is the largest suction sail ever installed on a general cargo vessel. It follows the earlier installation on Eem
  • Asia-Africa now fastest growing lane
    Most of the new container shipping capacity of 2.27 million TEU that came online went to Middle East and Indian Subcontinent-related trades (607,430 TEU slots), liner services to and from Sub-Saharan Africa (575,410 TEU) and the Far East - Europe route (451,074 TEU). Alphaliner stated in its report today that Africa and Middle East/Indian Subcontinent are now by far the fastest growing markets. F
  • Freightos Weekly Update: Asia - Europe rates staying elevated
    Despite growing signs of ocean freight overcapacity, container rates on Asia - Europe lanes have maintained their increases from recent GRIs. Asia - Mediterranean rates were level last week at $3,342/FEU after climbing 15% to start the month for its fourth consecutive successful GRI since mid-October, before which prices dipped to a year low of about $2,000/FEU. Asia - N. Europe prices were stabl
  • Port of Los Angeles nears top-three cargo year
    The Port of Los Angeles handled 782,249 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) in November, down 12% from last year's unusually high volumes. Despite the slowdown, the Port has processed 9,447,731 TEUs so far in 2025, up 1% compared with 2024, with one month remaining in the year. Port Executive Director Gene Seroka said the Port expects to surpass 10 million TEUs by year-end, placing 2025 among its
  • Red Sea Container Terminals begins operations at Sokhna Port
    Red Sea Container Terminals (RSCT) has marked an important milestone with the soft opening of its new container terminal at Sokhna Port. Operations officially began with the arrival of the first vessel, CMA CGM Helium . Developed in just 18 months, RSCT has been built into a world-class container terminal through close collaboration with the Ministry of Transport and the Suez Canal Economic Zone.
  • Bahri named strategic partner for WAVE ocean regeneration initiative
    Bahri, Saudi Arabia's national shipping and logistics company, has been named a strategic partner of the WAVE initiative, a collective action platform focused on achieving ocean regeneration within a single human generation. Launched in October 2023 under the aegis of the FII Institute, the WAVE initiative was founded by Her Royal Highness Princess Reema Bint Bandar Al Saud , Saudi Arabia's Amba
  • Trump announces total blockade of sanctioned oil tankers to Venezuela
    U.S. President Donald Trump announced sweeping new measures targeting Venezuela in a post published on Truth Social. He said the United States has ordered a "total and complete blockade" of all sanctioned oil tankers traveling to and from the country. According to Trump, the decision follows what he described as the theft of U.S. oil, land, and other assets by the government of President Nicolás
  • Maersk to adjust emergency contingency surcharge
    Maersk has announced changes to its Emergency Contingency Surcharge (ECS) applicable to cargo moving from the Middle East Gulf and the Indian Subcontinent to Latin America. The adjustment affects multiple trade lanes under the B1S and X5ML services, including shipments from North West India and Pakistan, South and East India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and the Maldives, as well as the Middle East Gulf
  • ONE launches Red-Sea China service (RCS)
    Ocean Network Express (ONE) has launched the Red-Sea China Service (RCS) to improve connectivity between China and Red Sea ports. The new service optimizes network coverage and offers reliable shipping solutions for customers. The RCS route will connect Shanghai, Qingdao, and Nansha in China with Shekou, before calling at Jeddah, Sokhna, and Aqaba in the Red Sea region. The service then returns v
  • Smartflux joins DCSA+ to advance digital container logistics
    The Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA) has welcomed Smartflux S.A., the region's first fully digital electronic delivery order (EDO) platform, to its DCSA+ partnership programme. The collaboration ensures Smartflux's EDO solution aligns with global digital standards and integrates seamlessly with carriers worldwide. Smartflux will first align its APIs and data structures with DCSA stan
  • Krey Schiffahrt taps Inmarsat NexusWave for new vessels
    Krey Schiffahrt will deploy Inmarsat Maritime's NexusWave on its four newbuild heavy lift vessels. The service will provide unlimited, high-speed connectivity to support operational efficiency and crew welfare. The German ship manager currently operates eight modern multi-purpose heavy lift vessels and is expanding its fleet to meet growing project cargo demands. The new vessels feature optimized

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Splash web site
DECEMBER 17, 2025
  • Norway's Amon Bulk expands ammonia bulker scheme with three more kamsarmax newbuilds
    Norway's Amon Bulk is pushing ahead with plans to build three ammonia-fuelled kamsarmax bulk carriers after securing NOK 298m ($27m) in investment grants from state energy agency Enova. The ships, each around 80,000-85,000 dwt, are designed to run on ammonia and to deliver high energy efficiency, positioning them for tightening emissions rules in Europe and ...
  • 2026 must be the year we put people first
    Henrik Jensen, the CEO of Danica Crewing Specialists, has some New Year's resolution suggestions to improve life at sea. For years, our industry has swung between calm periods and sudden crises. When operations run smoothly, support for seafarers can slip down the list; when a problem hits, companies scramble to fix issues that should never ...
  • Venergy steps into boxships with feeder newbuild deal in China
    Greek tanker newcomer Venergy Maritime has moved to diversify its fleet, placing its first order in the containership segment after an active year in tanker newbuildings. The Piraeus-based owner, led by Vyron Vasileiadis, has signed up for up to four 1,900 teu feeder container vessels at CSSC's Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding. The deal covers two firm ...
  • Cape Shipping eyes VLCC entry as tanker expansion continues
    Greece's Cape Shipping is weighing a move into the VLCC segment, extending a rapid tanker expansion by the Andrianopoulos family after several years focused on dry bulk and container shipping. Market sources say the Athens-based owner has tapped CSSC Qingdao Beihai for the construction of a scrubber-fitted 319,000 dwt crude carrier, with delivery pencilled in ...
  • ConocoPhillips sanctions $1.8bn redevelopment project off Norway
    US major ConocoPhillips has greenlit the $1.8bn a new project on the Greater Ekofisk Area in the Norwegian sector of the North Sea, some 300 km from Stavanger. The so-called Previously Produced Fields project involves the joint redevelopment of the Albuskjell, Vest Ekofisk, and Tommeliten Gamma fields, with recoverable gas condensate resources estimated at 90 ...
  • Shell and Chevron quit Sea Cargo Charter in blow to voluntary decarbonisation framework
    Two of the biggest names in energy shipping have quietly exited the Sea Cargo Charter, raising fresh questions about industry commitment to voluntary emissions transparency and decarbonisation. Shell and Chevron - both longstanding signatories to the Sea Cargo Charter's framework for assessing and reporting climate alignment in shipping activities - are no longer listed among ...
  • Wan Hai heads to Chinese yard for LNG-powered newbuilds
    Taiwanese boxship owner Wan Hai Lines has returned to the newbuilding market, placing an order for six 6,000 teu dual-fuel LNG-powered units as it continues to expand and modernise its owned fleet. The Taipei-headquartered line said in a Taiwan Stock Exchange filing the vessels will be built at CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding in China. Prices ...
  • Esvagt acquires two contracted SOVs from Edda Wind
    Danish offshore wind vessel operator Esvagt has bought two service operation vessels (SOVs) from Oslo-listed offshore wind support vessel pureplay Edda Wind. Esvagt acquired the 2022-built Breeze Enabler and Brint Enabler SOVs through a 100% share purchase agreement with the two Spanish vessel-owning entities. The vessels are on long-term contracts with Ocean Breeze and Vestas. ...
  • Velesto sells 2010-built jackup for $63m
    Malaysia's Velesto Energy has sold one of its jackups to PT Indonesia Drilling Energy for a cash consideration of $63m. PT Indonesia Drilling Energy bought the 2010-built Naga 3 jackup. According to Velesto, the sale is in line with the company's ongoing fleet optimisation, focused on more technically competitive rigs consistent with its position as ...
  • Vietnam's Truong Hai steps up boxship ambitions with orders in China
    Vietnamese logistics player Truong Hai Group is moving up a gear in container shipping, ordering a pair of bangkokmax vessels that will be the largest ships in its fleet to date. According to Alphaliner, Truong Hai International Logistics (Thilogi) has placed firm orders for two bangkokmax container ships at Guangzhou Wenchong Shipyard (GWS) in China. ...
  • Why shipping isn't panicking over swollen orderbooks
    Traditionally in shipping, alarm bells tend to ring for investors when the orderbook-to-fleet ratio of a sector goes above 30%. For certain segments today, notably LNG, LPG and megamax containerships, that ratio is at record levels, and yet analysts contacted by Splash Extra for December's lead story are generally sanguine about this tonnage overhang. Analysts ...
  • Swedish navy flags armed guards aboard Russian shadow tankers
    Sweden's navy has confirmed that Russia is mounting a military-style operation in the Baltic Sea to protect its sanctioned shadow fleet, with uniformed and potentially armed personnel observed aboard some oil tankers used to evade Western sanctions on Russian crude exports. According to Sweden's naval operations chief, the increased activity reflects a more permanent Russian ...
  • Why today's orderbook surge isn't 2008 all over again
    Traditionally in shipping, alarm bells tend to ring for investors when the orderbook-to-fleet ratio of a sector goes above 30%. For certain segments today, notably LNG, LPG and megamax containerships, that ratio is at record levels (see chart below), and yet analysts are generally sanguine about this tonnage overhang. In some parts of the shipping ...
  • The non-negotiable forces shaping shipping's destiny in 2026
    It's a braver editor than I who would put their neck on their line by saying where the shipping markets will go in 2026. The 2020s have been harder to predict than a Donald Trump rally speech outline with this past year being especially loopy. So rather than telling you what'll happen with freight rates ...
  • December 2025 Review
    US forces seized the VLCC Skipper off Venezuela last week as the battle between Washington and Caracas intensified with the Trump administration suggesting other vessels could be hijacked, too. A week later, US president Donald Trump said he is ordering a "a total and complete" blockade of all sanctioned tankers going into and out of ...
  • 2025 Annual Review
    The return of Donald J Trump to the White House in January made for the most shipping headlines from any American president in living memory. From tariffs to port fees and his stance on the environment, Trump has shaken up the global economy dramatically and rewired global trade. As is common in shipping, chaos has ...
  • The year in tankers
    A year ago, many analysts were forecasting that oil shipments could fall in 2025 by as much as 2%, dragging tanker freight markets with them. The three main reasons for pessimism were: the OPEC+ production cap; the rise of EVs and low-emission transport technology; and the advent of Trump 2.0 with much vaunted trade tariffs ...
  • Dry cargo moves closer to the edge
    There is no getting around the fact that weak economic growth in China has impacted the dry cargo freight market in 2025. But the BDI has still improved from a low of 892 points average in February to 2,576 so far in December. The freight market has proven to be resilient, led by demand from ...
  • Fragile container outlook
    Liner shipping entered 2025 in a flat funk. CEOs warned of "challenging circumstances" and "a new normal" of trade tariffs and oversupply. Even though the Houthi militia generously offered in January to stop attacking commercial shipping sailing under most flags, the majority of owners continued to consider that the Red Sea was a no-go area ...
  • Analyst Abstract
    Tankers The US seizure of the VLCC Skipper off Venezuela last week has been met with a consensus from leading analysts that the action is unequivocally positive for the mainstream, compliant tanker market, despite escalating geopolitical tensions. The move is seen as the latest escalation against Venezuela's oil trade, which relies heavily on a sanctioned ...
  • A year spent avoiding the boxship abyss
    Andrew Craig-Bennett provides readers with a rundown on liner shipping in 2025, as well as making some predictions for next year. The containership charter market has managed to get to the end of 2025 without falling off the tightrope into the abyss of oversupply. It has wobbled a bit, but the rope has carried it ...
  • Trump moves to choke Venezuelan oil shipping with 'total and complete' tanker blockade
    In a major escalation of maritime pressure on Caracas, US president Donald Trump has ordered "a total and complete blockade of all sanctioned oil tankers going into, and out of, Venezuela," intensifying efforts to squeeze president Nicolás Maduro's lifeline crude exports. The dramatic declaration, posted on social media and backed by a growing US naval ...

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Lloyd's List web site
DECEMBER 17, 2025
  • What US 'blockade' of Venezuela means to tanker markets
    US pressure on Venezuela is not expected to have a major effect on tanker markets in the near future. The...
  • MSC: 'We wish to deny any interest in acquiring Zim'
    In the latest twist in the Zim sale drama, MSC, seen as a leading contender to take over the company...
  • Hapag-Lloyd and NCL win second Zemba tender with methanol and ammonia bids
    Hapag-Lloyd and regional feeder operator North Sea Container Line won Zemba's latest zero-emission freight tender, and may be among the...
  • Big jump in boxship reinsurance levy for second year running
    But P&I clubs freeze or cut rates for all other vessel types
  • MSC snaps up feedermax pair, while MPCC offloads 19-year-old boxship
    MSC's 2025 buying spree continues while Norwegian tonnage provider cashes in on the strong values of its older ships
  • Marine insurance: Swings and roundabouts for buyers
    2026 will probably look like 2025 - but more so
  • Wan Hai places first LNG-fuel order at Chinese yard
    Latest newbuilding order boosts Wan Hai Lines' newbuilding backlog to 38 ships with a combined capacity of 390,000 teu
  • US sanctions targeting Venezuela increase compliance risk for global shipping industry
    Experts believe that US designations of tankers engaged in Venezuela's oil trade will expand and have a huge impact on...
  • Hong Kong customs use robot to make drug seizure
    An intelligence operation led customs officials to the unnamed vessel, which was then inspected by a submersible robot
  • Shipbuilding: Is China's dominance nearing its peak?
    Outside of Asia, Europe and the US are cautiously attempting to revive their shipbuilding industries, with European yards set to...
  • The Daily View: Any volunteers?
  • Trump orders 'total blockade' of sanctioned oil tankers in or out of Venezuela
    'Venezuela is completely surrounded by the largest Armada ever assembled in the History of South America,' according to Trump. All...
  • ONE launches Red Sea-China service as carriers mull Red Sea return
    New service follows trend among container carriers to gradually resume Red Sea transits
  • Panama Canal is going to unveil a new toll plan. How will Trump respond?
    There are always critics when the Panama Canal increases its transit fees. The next round of toll changes are coming...
  • 'All the shareholders' wishes are coming true' yet VLCC stocks are down
    For years, beleaguered tanker owners and investors have been waiting for a market exactly like this one. The victory lap...
  • Daily Briefing
    Energy majors exit embattled green chartering initiative | Ship finance: Banner year for revolvers, Oslo bonds and take-private deals |...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
DECEMBER 17, 2025
  • Big US ports ask Congress to ensure fair funding for dredging
    Port officials say the next Army Corps spending bill needs to make sure that dredging funds set aside under a 2020 law actually get distributed.
  • Freightos founder to step down as CEO as company moves into 'next phase'
    Zvi Schreiber oversaw key milestones like Freightos' public listing and a transformative acquisition of airfreight booking platform WebCargo, but the company has yet to turn a profit.
  • Two large rail unions say they oppose planned UP-NS merger
    The head of one opposition union says the job protection deals agreed to by other unions in exchange for their support of the merger have "loopholes big enough to traverse freight trains through."
  • Hapag-Lloyd wins second green tender from global shipper group
    The Hamburg-based carrier will share the tender with feeder carrier North Sea Container Line that will operate e-ammonia services on a northern intra-Europe trade lane.
  • ONE returns to Red Sea under slot charter deal with Thailand's RCL, partners
    But a spokesperson for ONE would not be drawn on whether the agreement was a precursor to relaunching its own services through the Red Sea and Suez Canal.
  • Easing container tonnage delivery in 2026 belies signs of saturation
    Unless shipowners significantly postpone or cancel orders, the wallops of new tonnage added in 2027 and 2028 will dwarf the deliveries made last year and next.

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TradeWinds web site
DECEMBER 17, 2025
  • Scorpio Tankers easing off the pedal after a year of revisiting the newbuilding market
    Robert Bugbee reflects on how savings on special surveys helped create a 'tiny' spread on latest LR2 deal
  • Aponte takes 2025 newbuilding blitz to $8.5bn with 10-ship deal in China
    A total of 41 LNG dual-fuelled container vessels are set to be ordered this year, including a series of 11,400-teu ships at Zhoushan Changhong
  • Person of the Year: Chen Jianhua has resuscitated a shipyard giant to leave Korean rivals 'very worried'
    'TradeWinds Person of the Year' Chen Jianhua has propelled his revived Hengli Shipyard into the global top tier, reinforcing China's dominance in world shipbuilding
  • VLCC seized by US in American court crosshairs for months as another arrest order emerges
    Claimants have only succeeded in seizing cargo canisters in a law firm office in Miami
  • Charter rates for modern LNG carriers dip below six-figure mark
    LNG shipowners and operators are braced for the unknown in 2026
  • Trafigura ahead of target as it cuts fleet carbon intensity by one-quarter
    Trading giant details the ways it is tackling emissions for owned and chartered vessels
  • Shipowners splash $150bn on newbuilding orders with Gianluigi Aponte digging deepest
    2025's contract total is well ahead of the 10-year average, Clarksons says
  • US 'prepares' to hit Russia with more shipping sanctions if peace deal fails
    Bloomberg cites sources as saying new measures could come as early as this week
  • Navig8 adds South Korean giant HMM to eco tanker pool list
    Charterer of Al Seer Marine MR carrier helps expands Adnoc-controlled commercial operation
  • Wan Hai inks $492m deal for six newbuildings in first pivot away from methanol
    Taiwan container operator is pivots towards LNG for latest orders
  • Trafigura ahead of target as it cuts fleet carbon intensity by a quarter
    Trading giant details the ways it is tackling emissions for owned and chartered vessels
  • Container ship owners feel the sting of second big rise in reinsurance costs
    Annual reinsurance contract for members of the big mutual insurers will see costs for most other ship types fall
  • Strand Shipping teams up with newcomer LH2 for two hydrogen bulkers
    Nordbulk project will develop and build two 7,700-dwt vessels for short sea shipping
  • Serial Greek tanker buyer IMS swoops on Saverys and Mercuria suezmaxes
    Marios Gialozoglou-led firm emerges behind secondhand deals worth a combined $74m
  • Shipping Corp of India invites bids for dual-fuel product tankers
    Boost for Indian yards as shipping giant tenders for four vessels worth an estimated $200m
  • Azane Infrastructure nets cash to build three ammonia bunkering terminals in Norway
    New facilities planned to be in operation by 2029
  • US blockade of Venezuela could send Chinese crude buyers fleeing
    Even if the dark fleet gets a tonnage boost, mainstream tankers should see some lift
  • Norden inks bauxite logistics contract as it sees 'significant potential' in Africa
    Company will transport cargo from Guinea to China from 2026
  • Person of the Year: Chen Jianhua has resuscitated a shipyard giant and built a stellar client list
    'TradeWinds Person of the Year' Chen Jianhua has propelled his revived Hengli shipyard into the global top tier, reinforcing China's dominance in world shipbuilding
  • Azane Infrastructure nets cash to build ammonia bunkering terminal trio in Norway
    New facilities planned to be in operation by 2029
  • Risk, deals and succession: Offshore pioneer Per Saevik reflects on long career
    His three children will steer the group from January
  • Zim strikes deal with rebel shareholders on unified board
    Two activist representatives will join the Israeli line's board as the strategic review continues
  • Amon Maritime plans three new ammonia-fuelled bulkers
    The company has been awarded a $29m grant from Enova
  • Cocaine-busting underwater robot claims first drug seizure on a ship in Hong Kong
    Customs officers send machine into sea chest of ship that had arrived from Brazil
  • Hafnia free to buy Torm shares after veteran dealmaker brought in as chairman
    Analysts now expect BW Group company to pursue merger with Danish tanker rival
  • Precious Shipping fixes $50m of newbuild financing as older bulker sold
    Thai-listed owner speeds along fleet renewal road
  • Black Sea attacks: IMO offers to mediate between Moscow and Kyiv to protect commercial shipping
    However, a repeat of the UN-engineered Black Sea trade corridor is unlikely
  • Aponte takes 2025 newbuilding blitz to $8.5bn with 10-ship deal in China
    A total of 41 LNG dual-fuelled container vessels are set to be ordered this year, including a series of 11,400-teu ships at Zhoushan Changhong
  • Bulker up for grabs as SPDB Financial Leasing seeks to shed tonnage
    Bidding for the seven-year-old kamsarmax Century Shanghai will start at $25.02m when it goes to auction
  • Brand new platform supply vessel put up for auction by Chinese lessor
    First in a series of nine speculative orders to go under the hammer at the end of December in an increasingly hot market
  • Trump blockades Venezuela with 'largest Armada ever' as he demands return of seized US oil assets
    US president says he will use naval power to target sanctioned tankers
  • China strengthens legal toolkit with maritime law overhaul targeting international shipping
    Revised Maritime Code reshapes e-bills, charterparties and liability rules for global operators
  • Dark side of the shadow fleet: Seafarer abandonment
    Plight of mariners stuck on the tanker Green Land highlights problem on dark fleet vessels
  • Vietnam shipowner strikes deal for two container ships at Chinese yard
    Domestic operator spending around $60m for 1,900-teu duo

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