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Exim India web site
APRIL 1, 2026
  • Mumbai Port achieves highest ever cargo throughput and double digit growth in fiscal
  • JNPA again ends fiscal with record throughput
  • Nineteen ships carrying India's energy still stranded
  • India's domestic demand resilient but West Asia crisis poses risk: Morgan Stanley
  • Vizag Port smashes 92-year record with 90.29 mmt
  • India locks 60 mn barrels of Russian crude for April
  • Pulse imports drop 35 pc as domestic stocks swell
  • Indian Register of Shipping hosts seminar on emerging maritime technologies
  • Noida International Airport at Jewar will benefit a vast region: PM
  • JNPA floats tender for implementation of Digital Twin
  • DPA surpasses 2025-26 cargo handling target
  • DP World renews Delhi Capitals partnership, reinforcing long-term commitment
  • Air cargo sees impressive growth in Feb., but conflict makes full-year outlook uncertain
  • IndiGo commences daily, non-stop service between Kolkata and Shanghai; strengthens connectivity to Sri Lanka with launch of direct flights between Delhi and Colombo
  • Amazon Air launches Delhi-Guwahati cargo route
  • Qatar Airways Cargo continues to restore its freighter network
  • Allcargo Logistics strengthens Varanasi handloom cluster with secure door-to-door and COD services
  • New Mangalore Port's Berth 9 redevelopment approved; to boost liquid bulk capacity and maritime efficiency
  • KSH Distriparks launches Pune's first dedicated empty container yard to strengthen container availability
  • Global schedule reliability falls to 59.0% in February 2026

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International Transport Journal web site
MARCH 31, 2026
  • Gebrüder Weiss launches GWcycles 2026
  • Ebeling Logistik relies on "WinSped"
  • Aurrigo International receives multiple awards
  • Record package volumes expected for Easter
  • AD Ports Group achieves record revenue
  • Netherlands to implement truck toll
  • AAL Shipping expands fleet with "AAL Newcastle"
  • FIATA guidelines on insider threats
  • BUSINESSrun debuts in South America
  • Brian Moran new Senior Vice President
  • National Airlines launches test flights for B777-200F
  • Agenda Conectar improves air traffic in Brazil
  • GA Telesis appoints DePinto as Vice President

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The Loadstar web site
MARCH 31, 2026
  • Asia-Middle East capacity plummets despite Cosco vessels exiting Hormuz
  • Saudi's Folk Maritime shifts India-Gulf service to Red Sea as Hormuz disruption bites
  • What Vanguard's 'surrender' means for T&L boardrooms, BlackRock & State Street
  • China's Panama 'crackdown': big claims, mounting evidence
  • DHL taps own air fleet as Middle East disruption squeezes cargo capacity
  • Rising fuel costs intensify pressure on fragile European road freight market
  • Headed for independence, FedEx Freight is rolling into a cloudy future

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Marine Log web site
MARCH 31, 2026
  • Ship Repair USA takes shape ahead of Jacksonville debut
    Marine Log's Ship Repair USA will take place June 23-24, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville, marking the first time the event will be held in Jacksonville, Fla., a region with expanding
  • Kuwaiti VLCC Al Salmi struck by drone at Dubai anchorage
    The fully-laden Kuwaiti VLCC Al Salmi has become the latest vessel struck in the ongoing Mid East conflict that has effectively closedf the Strait of Hormuz and disrupted world oil and gas
  • Corps awards contract for Mississippi River navigation improvements
    The St. Paul Engineer District awarded a $12.8 million contract to Kramer North America LLC, out of Plain, Wis., March 25, to upgrade lock and dam infrastructure on the Mississippi River. The
  • NSMV State of Maine delivered to Maine Maritime Academy
    The National Security Multi-Mission Vessel (NSMV) State of Maine was formally delivered to Maine Maritime Academy on March 30, marking the transfer of operations from the U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) to the
  • ABB picked to provide propulsion and automation solutions for new DRBA ferry
    Shipbuilder Senesco Marine has contracted ABB to deliver full propulsion and automation systems for the 75-car passenger and vehicle ferry that it is building to replace the Delaware River and Bay Authority
  • Ann Fairchild named president and CEO of Siemens USA
    Siemens announced the appointment of Ann Fairchild as president and CEO of Siemens USA, the company's largest market globally. Fairchild, who has served as interim president and CEO since October 2025, will
  • Autonomous vessel innovator Saronic Series D round raises $1.75BN
    Austin, Texas-headquartered autonomous vessel pioneer Saronic Technologies today announced that it has closed a $1.75 billion Series D funding round. Led by venture capital firm Kleiner Perkins, the round values the company
  • Korea Express Ferry orders new high speed Incat Crowther RoPax
    South Korean shipbuilder Kangnam Corporation has commissioned Incat Crowther to design a new 80-meter high-speed catamaran RoPax ferry ordered by Korea Express Ferry (KEF). Incat Crowther, Kangnam and KEF, previously collaborated on

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Container News web site
MARCH 31, 2026
  • Port of Barcelona awards Baleària concession for passenger and ro-ro terminal
    The Port of Barcelona Management Board has approved a concession to Baleària for the construction and operation of a new passenger and ro-ro cargo terminal on Adossat wharf, following a request submitted by the shipping company in December 2024. With no competing applications received during the public information process, the concession was granted to Baleària, which has operated regularly at th
  • ClassNK approves corrosion-resistant cable for offshore wind use
    ClassNK has issued Approval of Manufacturing Procedure and Type Approval certificates for a new semi-parallel wire cable developed by KOBELCO Wire Company. The approval covers a high-corrosion-resistant type of semi-parallel wire cable (SPWC). It marks the first time ClassNK has approved this type of product. Designed for durability and offshore use The SPWC consists of polyethylene-coated strand
  • Port of Gothenburg acquires strategic land package
    The Port of Gothenburg has completed the acquisition of a significant land area in the port's outer zones through an agreement signed with seller Platzer, securing the conditions for the next phase of the port's long-term development strategy. The acquisition comprises land, office properties and water areas, creating future potential for up to 210,000 square metres of new terminal space. The ove
  • Tomohiro Hosaka appointed Managing Director of ONE Europe & Africa
    Tomohiro Hosaka has been appointed Managing Director for Ocean Network Express (ONE) Europe and Africa, effective 1 April 2026. He succeeds Takahiro Kikuchi, who will take a new leadership role in Asia after three years. Mr. Hosaka previously served as Director of Corporate and Innovation for ONE Europe and Africa. He also held roles as Vice President of Corporate and Innovation in Latin America
  • DHShipbuilding hits 2026 order target in Q1
    DHShipbuilding has achieved its 2026 annual order target in the first quarter. The company secured 12 Suezmax crude oil tanker orders, ranking first globally in this segment. Strong demand and record pricing On March 30, DHShipbuilding signed a contract with an Oceania-based shipowner for two Suezmax tankers. The deal is valued at about KRW 276 billion. It also marks the highest price ever achiev
  • KLN reports higher core net profit despite revenue dip
    KLN Logistics Group reported its 2025 results, showing growth in core net profit despite a challenging global environment. Financial Performance Revenue: HK$56.3 billion (-3%) Core operating profit: HK$2.63 billion (-4%) Core net profit: HK$1.40 billion (+3%) Profit attributable to shareholders: HK$1.41 billion (+7%) The company proposed a final dividend of 16 HK cents per share , payable around
  • ONE buys into a Chinese-built port and rewrites its geopolitics
    Ocean Network Express acquires a 30% stake in Hutchison's Laem Chabang terminal , inserting a Japanese-controlled carrier into one of China's most strategically positioned logistics nodes in Southeast Asia
  • The impact of dual-chokepoints militarization
    The Bab el-Mandeb disruption imposed a structural, not episodic, demand collapse while the Hormuz crisis was qualitatively different velocity over duration and war-risk premiums surged, making commercial transit commercially impossible before Iranian military enforcement was even fully tested
  • CCS completes green methanol bunkering during cargo ops in Hong Kong
    China Classification Society (CCS) has supported a green methanol bunkering operation carried out simultaneously with cargo handling in Hong Kong. The container vessel COSCO Shipping Gemini , classed by CCS, received 300 tons of green methanol via ship-to-ship (STS) transfer. At the same time, the vessel continued container loading and unloading operations. Efficient and safe SIMOPs operation CCS
  • DHL expands Asia-Europe air freight capacity with new flights
    DHL Global Forwarding has expanded its dedicated air freight capacity between Asia and Europe. The company launched new weekly flights linking key logistics hubs in Shanghai, Leipzig, Hong Kong, and Liège. The move strengthens collaboration between DHL Global Forwarding and DHL Express. It also improves the Group's ability to serve fast-growing Asia-Europe trade lanes. New routes boost capacity a
  • What does it take for Hormuz to go back to normal?
    Analysts warn the BRS recovery estimate is a floor, not a forecast, as mine threats, insurance gaps, and Iran's selective access regime compound every day the conflict continues
  • Kuwaiti oil tanker hit by Iranian attack at Dubai port
    A Kuwaiti oil tanker caught fire after being struck in what has been described as an Iranian attack while anchored at Dubai Port, according to local sources and state media reports. Kuwait's official news agency KUNA, citing the state-owned oil company, reported that the fully laden crude oil tanker was targeted in the anchorage area, resulting in damage to the vessel's hull and raising concerns
  • Wan Hai Lines announces rate restoration on Asia trades
    Wan Hai Lines has announced a Rate Restoration (RR) on selected Asia trades in response to recent developments in the Middle East and the resulting changes in operating conditions. The adjustment will take effect from 15 April 2026 and will be applied at USD 100 per 20-foot container and USD 200 per 40-foot container. According to the carrier, the rate increase reflects rising operating costs dri
  • AD Ports Group reports record 2025 revenue and profit
    AD Ports Group published its 2025 Annual Report, highlighting record revenue and profit driven by global expansion and stronger trade connectivity. Record Financial Performance The Group reported: Revenue: AED 20.77 billion (+20% YoY) Net profit: AED 2.07 billion (+16% YoY) Revenue and profit have grown more than fivefold since 2020. Growth came from ports, economic zones, and maritime businesses
  • COSCO vessels complete Strait of Hormuz transit
    Two COSCO container ships have successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz after previously aborting an earlier attempt, accoring to MarineTraffic data. Chinese container ships reportedly turned back in Strait of Hormuz The two vessels, CSCL Indian Ocean and CSCL Arctic Ocean, completed their transit after a previous attempt was aborted. This successful movement indicates a potential change for v
  • Genco rejects Diana offer, defends value strategy
    Genco Shipping & Trading Limited sent a letter to shareholders outlining its strategy and rejecting a takeover proposal from Diana Shipping. Strong Performance and Strategy Genco says it continues to execute its value strategy. The company focuses on low leverage, high dividends, and fleet growth. Over the past five years, Genco delivered 213% total shareholder return (TSR) . This exceeds the S&P
  • World's first hydrogen-fueled main engine tested for large commercial vessel
    Japan Engine Corporation (J-ENG) and Kawasaki Heavy Industries (Kawasaki) successfully ran the world's first hydrogen-fueled main engine for a large commercial vessel. The test is part of the Green Innovation Fund Project "Development of Marine Hydrogen Engines and MHFS," supported by NEDO and in collaboration with Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL), MOL Drybulk, Onomichi Dockyard, and ClassNK. Hydrogen C
  • SM Line ships get satellite systems from SpaceX subsidiary Starlink Korea
    South Korean liner operator SM Line has installed satellite systems from Starlink Korea, the South Korean subsidiary of US aerospace and artificial intelligence group Space Exploration Technologies Corporation (SpaceX), on all 13 ships in its fleet. Starlink's low earth orbit satellite communication is a service that uses more than 8,000 satellites launched at an altitude of about 550 km, and is

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Splash web site
MARCH 31, 2026
  • Ningbo Ocean Shipping lines up fresh feeder boxship order
    Ningbo Ocean Shipping Co (NBOSCO) is continuing its containership fleet expansion with a fresh newbuilding plan. The Shanghai-listed carrier said it will invest in four firm 1,900 teu vessels, with options for two more units. The move is part of a broader investment of up to CNY2.7bn ($390m) in total which also covers containers. The ...
  • Fugro wins early-stage work on Petrobras wind pilot
    Fugro has secured a role on Brazil's first offshore wind project to move forward under a formal environmental licensing process, taking on geotechnical work for Petrobras' Rio de Janeiro offshore wind pilot. The 18 MW scheme marks an early step for offshore wind in South America, as countries in the region begin to put regulatory ...
  • Malta's Polidano steps into shipping with Damen order
    Malta's Polidano Group is stepping further into shipping, placing an order for two small cargo vessels at Dutch builder Damen Shipyards. The construction-focused group has signed for two 3,850 dwt combi freighters, marking a shift towards expanding its in-house logistics capacity. The vessels, to be named Denise P and Julia P, will mainly be used ...
  • Venergy lifts MR options at K Shipbuilding
    Rapidly expanding Greek owner Venergy Maritime is stepping up its tanker newbuilding drive, firming up options for two more MR product tankers at South Korea's K Shipbuilding. The move lifts its total MR orderbook at the yard to eight vessels, as the Vyron Vasileiadis-led outfit continues to scale up at pace. The latest units are ...
  • Pan Ocean adds VLCC newbuild to growing tanker play
    South Korea's Pan Ocean has added another VLCC to its orderbook, continuing a steady push into the crude tanker segment. The Harim Group-controlled owner said in a stock exchange filing it will pay around $121.8m for the vessel, although it has yet to name the shipyard behind the deal. Delivery is slated for late December ...
  • Sweden's top port lines up next phase of expansion
    The Port of Gothenburg has taken another step in its long-term expansion, securing land in its outer harbour area to support future growth. The deal, agreed with listed property company Platzer, covers land, office buildings and water areas, and has a total transaction value of SEK 684m ($71.5m), including the sale of a smaller logistics ...
  • Navigating the rise of subjective injury claims in the maritime industry
    Kristin Poling, senior claims executive at UK P&I Club writes for Splash today. Operational environments on board a ship can be dangerous, with seafarers regularly navigating unpredictable and sometimes precarious conditions. Such incidents may result in lasting impacts that extend beyond physical injury and entail a psychological cost. It is this element that can be ...
  • Chiyoda and NYK chase carbon capture business around the world
    Japanese engineering firm Chiyoda Corporation has signed a memorandum of understanding with Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) and its affiliate Knutsen NYK Carbon Carriers (KNCC) to collaborate on global projects in the field of carbon capture and storage (CCS). In 2024, the three companies jointly conducted a study on the quantitative evaluation of costs and schedules ...
  • Hormuz now a pay to pass corridor
    Iran's parliament has approved a formal toll and access regime for the Strait of Hormuz, while a fully loaded Kuwaiti VLCC has been attacked and set on fire at anchor off Dubai port on day 32 of the war between the US/Israeli coalition and Iran. Iran's Parliament Security Committee has approved a sweeping management plan ...
  • China Merchants Energy stacks orderbook with 10-ship VLCC series
    China Merchants Energy Shipping (CMES) has moved to further expand its crude tanker fleet, lining up 10 very large crude carriers (VLCCs) at Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Co (DSIC). The Shanghai-listed owner has placed the order through its Hong Kong-based subsidiary Associated Maritime Co, adding another large batch of tonnage to an already active newbuilding programme. ...
  • Scorpio Tankers pockets $70m from fresh MR sales
    Scorpio Tankers is continuing to cash in on firm secondhand prices, lining up the sale of two more MR product tankers as part of an ongoing fleet reshuffle. The New York-listed owner has agreed to sell the 2015-built, scrubber-fitted STI Brooklyn and STI Black Hawk for $35m each, with delivery expected in the second quarter ...
  • Satellite images show Ukraine strikes cripple Russian Baltic export capacity
    Satellite imagery is confirming severe damage to Russia's prime energy exporting ports, as Ukraine's Baltic bombardment campaign continues for an eighth day. Ust-Luga port was attacked for the third time last night in the space of just over a week, with Ukrainian drones mounting a massive campaign against Russian ports and refineries in the Baltic ...
  • Genco warns shareholders over Diana proxy push
    The takeover battle between dry bulk players Genco Shipping & Trading and Diana Shipping is stepping up, with the US-based owner urging shareholders to ignore its rival's advances and back the current board. In a fresh letter to investors, New York-listed Genco doubled down on its rejection of Diana's $23.50-per-share offer, calling it inadequate and ...
  • Japanese-built cape prices jump 15% in two months
    The sale and purchase market continued to firm this week, with asset prices for large bulkers pushing higher despite geopolitical tensions. Demand for capesize tonnage remains strong, with brokers reporting a few deals per week. All eyes have been on the sale of a Japanese-built bulker after owners invited offers earlier this month for the ...
  • French court jails Chinese shadow fleet captain in absentia
    A French court has sentenced the Chinese captain of a suspected Russian shadow fleet tanker to one year in prison and issued an international arrest warrant against him, in a ruling that marks one of the most significant legal escalations yet in Europe's campaign against vessels circumventing Western sanctions on Russian oil. Captain Chen Zhangjie, ...
  • Cyclone Narelle damages Jadestone Energy's platform off Australia
    Singapore-based oil and gas firm Jadestone Energy has revealed that its Stag oilfield, located 60 km offshore Western Australia, has been damaged by cyclone Narelle. The shutdown of the Stag facilities commenced on March 23, and the platform was demobilised due to the projected path of the cyclone, which developed into a category 5 storm ...
  • Reactivations and mega expansions signal long-term China shipbuilding hegemony
    China's shipbuilding capacity surge has accelerated with a wave of reactivated yards and major expansions across established shipbuilding groups, in what is the most significant capacity expansion in years, according to broker BRS Group's latest 181-page annual shipping markets review. China reached an orderbook market share of 70.9% at the end of 2025, up from ...
  • BW Energy seals $80m rig sale-leaseback deal with Chinese firm
    Norway's BW Energy has signed a sale and leaseback agreement with Minsheng Financial Leasing (MSFL) for the 2004-built Jasmine Alpha jackup drilling rig. Under the agreement, BW Energy will receive $80m in cash consideration, which, according to the company, will strengthen its financial flexibility while maintaining continued access to the unit. Under the agreement, BW ...
  • Seven reasons for a global revenue-raising policy on international shipping
    Goran Dominioni, assistant professor in climate change law and policy at Dublin City University and visiting professor at the World Maritime University, writes for Splash today. The UN's International Maritime Organization (IMO) agreement on the Net-Zero Framework reached last year was seen by many as the biggest climate breakthrough in recent history. A key component of ...

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Lloyd's List web site
MARCH 31, 2026
  • IMO's Net-Zero Framework 'to raise transport costs by 20% by 2040'
    The Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Centre for Zero Carbon Shipping found the IMO's Net-Zero Framework would do far more for decarbonisation...
  • Asian tanker flows face disruption even with favourable war outcome
    Asian crude oil imports have already taken a hit from the 'largest supply disruption in the history of the global...
  • TEN nets partnership deal with New York Knicks
    'Multi-year agreement' will raise profile of Greek tanker owner in the Big Apple
  • US clears Russian shadow fleet tanker to deliver crude to Cuba
    Cuba has received its first crude shipment in three months via a Russian shadow fleet tanker despite the US-imposed blockade...
  • HFW announces round of promotions
    Six lawyers start new roles tomorrow
  • Boxship charter market shows resilience despite Gulf disruptions
    One container line, which has had to cancel services to the MEG, is taking advantage of strong short-term charter rates...
  • Middle East port update: Tuesday, March 31
    Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz continues to be severely disrupted and conditions may change at short notice
  • France jails shadow fleet master in absentia
    An arrest warrant has been issued for the Chinese captain and a one-year jail sentence handed out by the French...
  • DH Shipbuilding stacks up suezmax orders as global orderbook surpasses 25% of existing fleet
    Alongside tanker newbuildings, DH Shipbuilding is also building containerships and shuttle tankers for delivery through to 2028
  • Asia's nervous wait for green regulation
    Uncertainty, not new regulation, is the biggest risk for the shipping sector in the year ahead. But Asia's maritime community...
  • Kuwaiti VLCC hit off Dubai
    Attack comes as the International Chamber of Shipping and Middle East Gulf states met to discuss the impact of the...
  • The Daily View: Hormuz moves on Tehran's terms
  • Daily Briefing
    Subtle rise in non-Iranian trade through Hormuz | Russia flag switch loses appeal for shadow fleet operators | Cosco boxships...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
MARCH 31, 2026
  • Appeals court upholds FMC rules on carrier refusal-to-deal, export policies
    The World Shipping Council argued unsuccessfully that a section of OSRA-22 aimed at US exports was an overreach by the country's maritime regulator.
  • Salalah disruptions send carriers on Indian trades back to adding Pakistan calls
    With operations at Salalah suspended on Saturday due to a drone strike, Hapag-Lloyd has positioned its upcoming westbound sailing on the India-USEC "TPI" service to call at Port Qasim in Pakistan.
  • Industry faces trickle down pivot as largest ocean carriers continue to grow
    With big carriers "ferociously" integrating, those down the pecking order like smaller liners, neutral terminal operators and leasing companies have seen their market shrink and need to review strategy as a result, writes Jeremy Masters.
  • MPV operators face worsening bunker fuel supply crisis as stocks tighten
    Carriers are already facing tight supplies in most key bunkering hubs including the Middle East and South Africa, which has led operators to cut the speed of ships and become more flexible in sourcing fuel.

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TradeWinds web site
MARCH 31, 2026
  • Hanwha Ocean taps ExxonMobil veteran to run shipping unit
    James Sagar joined South Korean group in October after decades at ExxonMobil
  • Net-Zero Framework alternative would see LNG dominate, says Maersk Carbon Center
    Policy manager assessed proposals to reopen the debate about the net carbon fund and found distinct differences
  • New Fortress' Brazil spin-off strikes lease deal for FSRU-based terminal
    No details given of new lease and capacity holder for facility that has been in works since 2017
  • Saudi Aramco takes in tanker newbuildings as rates stabilise
    Indonesian owner finds term work for more of its product carriers
  • Hijacked pirate mothership loitering near major shipping lane 'disrupted', says EU navy
    Would-be pirates are said to be 'isolated' and unable to attack commercial ships
  • War has left seafarers in the danger zone. Who can blame them for chasing a life on land
    The risk of seafarers leaving the industry increases with every global conflict
  • Onassis banks lucrative VLCC deal as charterers cover twin risks
    Hyundai Glovis pays Greek owner a freight rate not seen in several years
  • Schoeller inks deal for methanol-ready newbuildings in China
    Cyprus-based group adds to fleet by returning to China State Shipbuilding Corp subsidiary
  • MOL sets sights on profit of $2.6bn in 2030
    Phase two of 15-year strategy sees focus on value realisation as next-generation management takes the helm
  • Thompson Shipping Lines expands dry bulk fleet with handysize purchase
    Privately owned Australian bulker owner remains confident in outlook for dry bulk sector
  • Ningbo Ocean Shipping unveils plans to build six feeder vessels
    Shanghai-listed company to invest up to $390m in container newbuildings and boxes
  • Iino Lines funds methanol-ready VLCC newbuilding with green financing deal
    Eco-target met for newbuilding as Mizuho Bank provides the cash
  • Oil firms fear tanker shortage in 'crazy and unprecedented times'
    Suezmax owners in particular are living through crazy times, market players say
  • Shipbuilder insurer Gardian snapped up by Optio Group
    Former WTW brokers set up Gardian in 2024 to insure complex shipbuilding projects
  • Laskaridis Shipping doubles down on debut suezmax order in South Korea
    Recently established brand Lavinia Tankers will boast a fleet of up to four suezmaxes upon delivery
  • Vitol green shipping lead Ian Butler steps down
    Familiar shipping face changes profile to read 'taking a break'
  • Investment platform Alpha Omega confirms debut handysize newbuildings
    Singapore-based firm reveals Jiangsu Huatai as the shipyard of choice in joint project with China's YZJ Maritime
  • Greek owner adds to product tanker fleet in DIS ship swoop
    Spring Marine said by brokers to have snapped up the High Seas
  • Iran offers 'toll-free' Strait of Hormuz pass for stranded Malaysian ships
    Diplomatic ties with Iran ease transit amid escalating regional tensions
  • One in five ships in English Channel may be uninsured, officials warn
    Figures suggest 10% of vessels transiting EU coastal waters may not have adequate cover
  • Two years after deadly shooting, Greek shipowner returns to S&P market
    Karnessis family outfit European Navigation is reportedly buying its first LPG carrier
  • Swarm of drones attacks vital Russian oil port in fresh energy infrastructure hit
    The important terminal has been under sustained attack for several days
  • New DHT VLCC heads out on charter of up to seven years
    Owner also completes sale of older tanker
  • New Marinakis tanker company has 'meaningful upside', says Clarksons
    Analysts believe there is more to come from efficient and modern crude fleet
  • Captain of shadow tanker suspected of launching drones at EU airports handed jail term
    Brest court issues arrest warrant for Boracay captain Chen Zhangjie
  • Maltese construction group moves into shipowning with double order
    Polidano Group signs combi freighter deal for aggregates business
  • DH Shipbuilding sets suezmax price record as orderbook hits full-year target in first quarter
    Yard reaches its full-year mark just three months into 2026
  • NYK teams up with Chiyoda and Knutsen on carbon capture and storage projects
    The collaboration covers Japan and abroad
  • Gulf attack: Fire breaks out on Kuwaiti VLCC bound for China
    Tanker and container ship report attacks as US presses Iran to agree to a peace deal
  • Woodside homes in on preferred shipowner duo for raft of LNG newbuildings
    Names surface for anticipated winners of first charters
  • Pan Ocean turns to China for VLCC newbuilding
    The diversified shipping company is making a big push in the VLCC sector
  • Hin Leong founder OK Lim hospitalised days before jail term begins
    Breathing difficulties raise uncertainty over surrender to serve 13.5-year sentence
  • Suezmax order sees DH Shipbuilding hit its 2026 annual newbuild target in first quarter
    The contract, worth KRW 275bn, has also set a new record price for the type, South Korean shipbuilder says
  • Hainan Strait Shipping targets 20% capacity lift with digital twin push
    Ferry operator links AI scheduling to fleet renewal and port upgrades
  • China Merchants out of cruise as it ends joint venture with Viking
    The joint venture's only ship has been sold to a Chinese leasing company but it still retains a strong connections with Viking
  • Hanwha wins its first US Navy design role amid shipbuilding revival push
    South Korean shipbuilder deepens US foothold as industry gaps draw scrutiny
  • NYK teams up with Chiyoda and KNCC on carbon capture and storage projects
    The collaboration covers Japan and abroad
  • Hong Kong owner Courage aims to expand fleet despite booking a loss in 2025
    Company is cautiously optimistic on longer-term prospects of its shipping business
  • Cosco Shipping Development leans on leasing as container cycle softens
    Fleet financing and diversification offset weaker box demand
  • Scorpio Tankers adds close to $70m to cash pile in sale of MR duo
    Any further sales may speak more loudly about a recent firming in values, president Robert Bugbee says
  • Japan tests slow-speed hydrogen-fuelled engine on full load
    Hydrogen slow-speed engine targets multipurpose newbuilding
  • Iran asserts sovereignty over Hormuz by enshrining transit fees into law
    State media reports formal approval, but legal and diplomatic hurdles remain
  • Ren Yuanlin eyes Hong Kong listing as shipping veteran calls Singapore exchange 'too small'
    CEO is exploring plans to list Yangzijiang Financial and Yangzijiang Maritime in Hong Kong
  • China's next shipping push is bigger than it looks
    Policy shift seen as systemic leap but hurdles remain on rules and execution
  • Ren Yuanlin eyes Hong Kong listing as shipping veteran calls Singapore 'too small'
    Ren is exploring plans to list Yangzijiang Financial and Yangzijiang Maritime Development in Hong Kong
  • Blaze ignites on tanker as lull ends in Middle East shipping attacks
    Tanker and container ship report attacks as US presses Iran to agree to a peace deal

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FreightWaves web site
MARCH 31, 2026
  • DP World expands eastern Canada reach
    DP World has opened a new freight forwarding office in Montreal, expanding its Canadian logistics network and strengthening its end-to-end service offerings. The Dubai-based company said that the new location provides support for customers across the retail and industrial sectors, improving supply chain efficiency and expanding bilingual service delivery across the province. The Montreal office,
  • Benchmark diesel up again, but by smallest amount in weeks
    For the 11th consecutive week, the benchmark diesel price used for most fuel surcharges rose, but by a number that looks almost tiny compared to the prior three weeks. The Department of Energy\Energy Information Administration average weekly retail ultra low sulfur diesel (ULSD) price rose by 2.6 cents/gallon to $5.401/g. That increase is far less than the prior three weeks coming out of the star
  • CN made 'inaccurate claims' on rail merger data: UP exec
    A Union Pacific executive has responded to comments by Canadian National about the planned UP-Norfolk Southern merger, saying CN made "inaccurate claims" regarding the traffic study included in the initial version of the UP-NS merger application. "The traffic study included in our filings with the Surface Transportation Board was conducted by the same expert CN (NYSE: CNI ) used for its Iowa Nort
  • South Korean-owned U.S. shipyard gets first Navy contract
    A Philadelphia shipyard owned by a South Korean industrial conglomerate said it has been awarded its first U.S. Navy contract. Hanwha Defense USA (HDUSA) and Hanwha Philly Shipyard will serve as a design subcontractor to Norwegian shipbuilder Vard Group's U.S. division on the Next Generation Logistics Ship (NGLS) program, for vessels that resupply Navy ships at sea. It's the first Navy contract a
  • Tariffs, frozen food demand reshape cold chains, Lineage report says
    Tariffs, regulation and shifting consumer demand continue to disrupt cold supply chains, according to a survey released by temperature-controlled warehouse operator Lineage . The Cold Chain Insights Survey of 1,000 supply chain decision-makers across the U.S., Canada and Mexico found that geopolitical uncertainty and policy shifts - particularly tariffs - are among the biggest factors influencing
  • Alaska Airlines taps PrimeFlight to provide cargo service in London
    Alaska Airlines has selected PrimeFlight Aviation Services to handle cargo for the carrier at London Heathrow International Airport ahead of the May 21 launch of daily nonstop widebody service from Seattle to London. Alaska Airlines ( NYSE: ALK ) will carry cargo to London in the bellyhold of Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft inherited in the acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines. Alaska began service
  • From rejected category to modern 4PL: Redwood's path through Gartner analysis
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Bimco, ICS, Intercargo and Intertanko condemn attacks on ships and seafarers in the Strait of Hormuz
London
Call for an immediate cessation of attacks
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach grew by 31.7% last month.
Long Beach
The overall volume of containers remained unchanged in the first five months of 2026
The Swiss Federal Council proposes extending subsidies for rail freight traffic through the Alps until 2035.
Bern
From 2027 to 2035, 486 million francs would be paid out
So far the number of ships leaving the Persian Gulf is 6-7% of those transited a year ago
Paris
AXSMarine: No Signs of a Long-Term Reopening of the Strait of Hormuz
Global Ports Holding in talks to manage cruise port in St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Istanbul
The terminal currently records an annual traffic of approximately 200 thousand passengers
Investments in Taiwan's ports amounting to 1.8 billion dollars are planned for the period 2027-2031.
Taipei
At the end of the five-year period, annual container traffic is expected to be equal to 15.5 million TEUs
US forces hit a third vessel in the Gulf of Oman
Tampa
The "Jalveer" is said to be carrying a cargo of Iranian oil.
ALLRAIL, CER, ERFA, FEPORT, FTE, UIP and UIRR present their proposal for the European Railway Platform
Brussels
The aim is to ensure market representation from the very beginning of the new European rail capacity governance process.
US Central Command claims responsibility for attack on product tanker Settebello
Tampa/New Delhi/London
Condemnation by the Indian government and the International Maritime Organization
Product tanker hit in Strait of Hormuz region
Southampton/Muscat
One sailor was injured. Two other crew members are missing.
In the first quarter of this year, freight traffic in the port of Civitavecchia decreased by -1.0%.
Civitavecchia
Cruise passengers increase by +32.1%
A merchant ship was attacked in the Gulf of Aden
Southampton
Gemini Cooperation increases cargo capacity on the Asia-Mediterranean route
Copenhagen
Sea-Intelligence adds additional weekly capacity of 22,402 TEUs
ESPO fully endorses the EU Council conclusions on the Maritime Industrial Strategy
Brussels
The central role of port facilities confirmed
CO2 capture and storage on ships is one of the most concrete and immediately available solutions for the decarbonisation of shipping.
London
Antitrust approves Messina Group's acquisition of Terminal San Giorgio
Rome
The Italian Competition Authority (AGCM) has also approved the acquisition by the MSC group of the Asso group's naval maintenance and repair activities (Jobson Italia and UASC UAE).
Rates for ships transiting the Suez Canal are expected to rise.
Ismailia
They will be applied from July 15th. Passenger ships excluded.
The Suez Canal Authority has announced that it will introduce surcharges on transit tariffs through the Egyptian canal for most major cargo vessels, effective July 15.
The Council of the EU accepts many of the requests put forward by the associations of the European maritime-port cluster
Luxembourg
However, necessarily, the text postpones the adoption of concrete measures to future legislative initiatives
ESPO calls for proactive use of the EES system to avoid congestion in European ports
Brussels
Ryckbost: Flexibilities activated promptly in exceptional but foreseeable circumstances
Rixi: It is necessary to overcome a maritime ETS that risks shifting traffic and investments to non-European ports.
Luxembourg
What is needed - highlights the vice minister - are incentives and flexibility, not new constraints
Houthis threaten to resume attacks on ships transiting the Red Sea
Sana'a
A total ban on navigation has been declared for all vessels linked to Israeli interests.
Global trade in goods may start to slow down
Global trade in goods may start to slow down
Geneva
This is reported by the latest reading of the WTO Goods Trade Barometer.
The new port road connection to Sampierdarena has been activated in Genoa.
The new port road connection to Sampierdarena has been activated in Genoa.
Genoa
Paroli: the work now allows approximately 900-1,000 heavy vehicles per day to directly access the port's operational areas.
The rapporteurs of the Ports Bill defend the governance project centered on the Ports of Italy.
Rome
Ghio (PD) denounces that the governing bodies of this new company would be appointed entirely by the government. Ghirra (AVS): The objectives of national coordination could have been achieved by strengthening the National Conference of Port Authority Presidents.
US logistics companies WWEX Group and Auctane announce merger
Milan/Dallas/Austin
Artificial intelligence plays a leading role
Unexpected decline in European intermodal traffic in the first quarter of 2026
Brussels
UIRR: Infrastructure chaos caused by construction sites interrupting railway lines
Hanseatic Global Terminals acquires remaining 50% of Hanseatic Global Terminals Aracruz
Rotterdam/Aracruz
The company is building the new Brazilian container port of Imetame
Conftrasporto: The Ports Bill highlights clear operational, financial, and regulatory compliance issues.
Rome
Russo: the competences of Ports of Italy would overlap with those of the Port System Authorities, the Ministry of Transport and the Art
WoodMac believes decarbonisation rules could have a major impact on LNG-powered vessels
Edinburgh
According to the company, European regulations would put ships with DFDE engines out of the market
French MN will transport Avio's Vega C launcher between Italy and South America
Nantes
The French company will equip itself with a new vessel designed specifically for the transport of space equipment
EU methodology for calculating greenhouse gas emissions from transport services comes into force
Brussels
The system is based on the international standard EN ISO 14083:2023
The container ship MSC Sariska V was hit by two shells in the Persian Gulf on Monday.
Geneva/Rome
All crew members were unharmed.
In the first quarter, freight traffic in the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven grew by +5.8%
Bremen
Containers amounted to 1,245,515 teu (+4.4%)
MSC acquires 51% stake in Pivdennyi container terminal (Odessa)
Odessa
It has a traffic capacity of 400 thousand TEUs per year.
The IMO Convention on Liability and Compensation for Damage in Connection with the Carriage of Hazardous and Noxious Substances by Sea will enter into force on 19 November 2027.
London
Dominguez: a long-awaited achievement, which fills an important gap in the international regime
In April, ship transits through the Suez Canal increased by +13.9%
In April, ship transits through the Suez Canal increased by +13.9%
Cairo
In the first four months of 2026, an increase of +12.1% was recorded
In the first quarter, freight traffic in the port of Naples fell by -5.3%, while in Salerno it grew by +6.4%.
Naples
Container throughput in the two ports was 167,433 teu (-3.5%) and 101,509 teu (+7.8%) respectively.
Kerdjoudj (Feport): With the revision of the EU ETS, part of the proceeds should be allocated to ports.
Brussels
Call to carefully evaluate the risk of relocating transhipment traffic
With the new COSCO-PTP terminal, the port of Tarragona relaunches itself on the container market.
Tarragona
Construction work is expected to be completed in 2028 when the terminal will have a capacity of 680,000 TEUs.
In 2025, Egyptian ports set their new all-time container throughput record
Alexandria, Egypt
Strong growth in transhipment volumes, which had remained stable in 2024
The national contract for port mooring and boatmen has been renewed.
Rome
Filt-Cgil strengthens a regulatory framework essential for the sector
A study explains how to make the use of OPS facilities in European ports more attractive and effective.
Brussels
Clearer and more comparable tariffs are also needed.
Federlogistica calls for amendments to the port governance bill.
Genoa
Falteri: the new structure must guarantee the Port System Authority adequate financial resources and effective operational tools.
ESPO calls for EU ETS amendments to ensure the competitiveness of European ports.
Brussels
The negative impact on short sea shipping was also highlighted.
New measures adopted in Switzerland to strengthen the competitiveness of the maritime flag
Bern
A Swiss shipowner will be able to fly the Swiss flag even if the owning company is based abroad
Sea trials of the second cruise ship built in China have concluded.
Shanghai
The Adora Flora City will make its maiden voyage departing from the port of Guangzhou on November 22nd.
In the first quarter of 2026, the value of G20 freight traffic recorded a quarterly growth of +5.3%
Paris
Mitigation of the growth of cargo traffic in the port of Tangier Med
Tangier
In the first three months of 2026, 38.8 million tonnes were handled (+3.2%)
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by 2.6% in April
Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports grew by 2.6% in April
Beijing
Imports and exports increased by 0.6%. Containers totaled 26.9 million (+4.8%).
Fermerci asks the government for urgent measures to support rail freight transport.
Rome
Railway companies penalized by infrastructure disruptions
Port of Naples, first ship-to-ship LNG bunkering operation on a cruise ship
Naples
Axpo used the cargo barge "Green Zeebrugge"
CMA CGM closed the first quarter of 2026 with a net profit of $250 million (-78%)
CMA CGM closed the first quarter of 2026 with a net profit of $250 million (-78%)
Marseille
Revenues stable, with logistics and other activities offsetting the decline in shipping
The U.S. Supreme Court has reopened the case pitting Havana Docks against Carnival, Royal Caribbean, NCLH and MSC
New International Code of Safety for Autonomous Surface Vessels Adopted
London
It will come into force on July 1st and will be applied on a voluntary basis for at least two years
UIRR: Combined road-rail transport shipments to increase by 1.5% in 2025
Brussels
The association highlighted the disastrous effects on the railway construction sector in Germany.
Fincantieri and Teijin Automotive Technologies sign agreement to develop composite bulkheads for naval applications.
Trieste/Pouancé
Folgiero: We enable the development of lighter and more efficient units
After eight quarters of profits, ZIM reports an operating loss
Haifa
In the first three months of 2026, the volumes of cargo transported by ships also fell sharply (-8.3%)
The US has indicted four Chinese container manufacturers and seven of their executives.
Washington
The arrest of the marketing director of Singamas in France on April 14 was made public.
EU Parliament and Council reach agreement on tariffs agreement between the European Union and the United States
Strasbourg/Brussels
An expiry clause and a suspension clause have been introduced
FFS Cargo Switzerland is reorganizing its single-wagon freight network.
Bern
A reduction of 50 of the current 280 marshalling yards is expected
IMO reports 17% increase in maritime piracy incidents in 2025
London
The most affected area was the Straits of Malacca and Singapore with 122 incidents (+34%).
Hapag-Lloyd and CMA CGM have suspended bookings for maritime shipments to Cuba.
Paris/Frankfurt/Havana
Decision after Trump's expansion of US sanctions
International tender for the new container terminal at the port of Klaipeda will be held by the end of the year.
Klaipeda
It will have an annual traffic capacity of 2.5 million TEUs
ITF calls on governments to dismantle the flag of convenience system once and for all
London
It is - the union denounces - the bad apple at the heart of the exploitation of seafarers
Evergreen's revenues decreased by 21.3% in the first quarter
Taipei
Operating profit and net economic profit fell by -69.5% and -68.8%
Viking Holdings closed the first quarter with a net loss of -54.2 million dollars
Los Angeles
Revenues up 17.5%
In the first three months of 2026, container traffic at Eurokai port terminals grew by +8.9%
Bremen
Increases of 12.7% in Germany and 7.8% in Italy. A decline in the port of Tangier Med.
Norovirus on Ambassador Cruise Line's Ambition cruise ship
Purfleet/Vlissingen
French health authorities have authorized the unit to continue normal operations.
In the first three months of 2026, freight traffic in the Port of Hamburg decreased by -2.0%
Hamburg
Containers amounted to two million TEUs (-1.6%)
Yang Ming and WHL's quarterly financial results continue to deteriorate.
Keelung/Taipei
In the first three months of this year, revenues decreased by -15.1% and -9.3% respectively.
Hapag-Lloyd closed the first quarter with an operating loss of -218.6 million euros
Hapag-Lloyd closed the first quarter with an operating loss of -218.6 million euros
Hamburg
Revenues down 16.8%
In the first three months of 2026, HMM's revenue decreased by -4.8%
In the first three months of 2026, HMM's revenue decreased by -4.8%
Seoul
Container segment saw a 7.9% decline and bulk segment saw a 20.1% growth.
Global Ports Holding's cruise terminals recorded record traffic in the first quarter of this year.
Istanbul
Five million passengers almost reached
Le Aziende informano
International Shipping Community to Gather in Genoa for Two Days of Maritime Dialogue and Networking
In the first three months of 2026, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado fell by -3.8%
Genoa
In March, a decline of -6.1%, with a sharp contraction of -15.0% in containerized cargoes
Federconsumatori is calling on the government to take measures to mitigate the impact of the rising ferry ticket prices.
Rome
Price increases are at +18% for the central weeks of August
In the first quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Croatian ports grew by 14.6%.
Zagreb
Monthly record in March
Successful trial of HVO diesel fuel for cruise ship propulsion
San Donato Milanese
Experiment conducted jointly by Eni and MSC Cruises
Gioia Tauro takes second place in the ranking of the main Italian ports, overtaking Genoa
Rome
Fincantieri records a decline in revenues and new orders
Rome
The group's backlog reached a record value of 74.2 billion euros
Container traffic increased in May at the ports of Singapore and Hong Kong
Singapore/Hong Kong
Singapore sets record bunkering levels for liquefied natural gas and pure B100 biodiesel
Vavassori confirmed as president of the Lombardy Association of Freight Forwarders and Haulers
Milan
Albertina Schiavoni and Mario Zini have been appointed vice-presidents
The president of Angopi receives the first professional certificate of competence as a mooring man.
Savona
The certificate must be renewed every five years.
Fincantieri has delivered the new cruise ship Mein Schiff Flow to TUI Cruises.
Hamburg/Monfalcone
With a gross tonnage of approximately 160,000 tons, it has a capacity of approximately 4,000 passengers.
In the first three months of 2026, freight traffic in the port of Palermo decreased by -6.3%
Palermo
Traffic also decreased in the ports of Termini Imerese, Trapani, and Licata. Increases occurred in Porto Empedocle and Gela.
The Antitrust Authority has not given its final approval for the acquisition of Armas' assets and activities by Baleària.
Barcelona
Set a series of conditions
Assarmatori's annual assembly will take place in Rome on Tuesday.
Rome
The event's theme is "Instructions for not navigating in the dark."
VARD to build a new generation fishing vessel
Trieste
It was ordered by the Norwegian company Rosund Drift
Concentration in the UK shipbuilding sector
London
Baleana buys APCL Group (A&P Tyne, Cammell Laird and A&P Falmouth and Falmouth Docks and Engineering)
Royal Caribbean has taken delivery of its new Legend of the Seas cruise ship.
Miami
Built by Meyer Turku, it can accommodate 5,610 passengers
Informal hearings of trade union representatives on port governance reform
Rome
At the heart of the critical issues highlighted - confirms Filt-Cgil - is the planned establishment of Porti d'Italia Spa
Venice, the DPSS confirms the need to build new offshore terminals outside the lagoon.
Venice
The Strategic System Programming Document has been approved by the AdSP Management Committee
The Spinelli Group has joined the Italian Association of Port Terminal Operators
Genoa
The company and Assiterminal expressed satisfaction with the resumption of an important association
In the first three months of 2026, freight traffic at UK ports fell by -2.6%
London
More significant decrease (-6.8%) in boarding loads
Mark Hindley is the new president of the European Motor Vehicle Logistics Association
Istanbul
Wolfgang Göbel was elected honorary president
At the Port of Genoa, a tugboat was stopped for irregularities in nitrogen oxide emissions.
Genoa
The vessel is used for the construction works of the new breakwater
In April, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +21.4%
Ravenna
An increase of +2.5% is expected in May
Sallaum Lines to launch dedicated China-Europe service in 2027
Nanjing
Two new 7,400 CEU PCTCs taken delivery
On June 12th in Naples, an initiative by Filt Cgil on governance in the port sector
Rome
Naval drone found in Romanian port of Constanta
Bucharest
The device self-destructed without causing any casualties.
HJSC receives approval in principle for the construction of a 10,000 TEU biofuel containership.
Athens
It was released from the Korean Naval Register
Global Ship Lease invests $917 million to purchase ten new container ships
Athens
They will be delivered between the fourth quarter of 2028 and the first quarter of 2030.
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WASS (Fincantieri) and Magellan Agreement on Canada's Underwater Defense
Trieste
Industrial cooperation opportunities in the field of heavy torpedoes and countermeasures will be explored
Solutions to overcome the chronic staff shortage in the Italian maritime sector
Procida
Pagano (Maritime Labor Committee): Digitalization, simplification, and cooperation between training and businesses to overcome the crisis
Maritime training agreement signed by Gente di Mare (Cosulich) and Carnival
Genoa
Di Tizio: This collaboration allows us to bring an international project to the territory
Antipollution (V.Group) orders four eco-friendly vessels from ONEX Shipyards & Technologies
Athens
Option for four additional units
Spinelli has ordered three new handling vehicles from FTMH
Genoa
A reach stacker for empty containers has already entered service in the group's Livorno depot
Luigi Merlo to lead MSC Cruises' Italian cruise terminal company
Geneva
Centrone (formerly Fincantieri) takes over as Director of Maritime Policies and Government Affairs for the group in Italy
Greece's Skaramangas Shipyards and South Korea's HD Hyundai sign cooperation agreement
Athens
The aim is to collaborate in the construction of surface military vessels
AD Ports buys the Brazilian Corredor Logística e Infraestrutura
Sao Paulo/Abu Dhabi
The company handles the largest volume of agri-food bulk exports in the South American nation
The 2026-2028 Three-Year Operational Plan of the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority has been approved.
Livorno
Unanimous approval from the Management Committee
Chen Lichtenstein appointed president and CEO of ZIM
Haifa
He will replace the resigning Eli Glickman.
Gianluca Croce has been confirmed as president of Assagenti Genova.
Genoa
The members of the association's board for the two-year period 2026-2028
The Mega Serena ferry has joined the Corsica Sardinia Ferries fleet.
Vado Ligure
It has a capacity of up to 2,000 passengers and over 600 vehicles.
The first steel cutting of the Crystal Grace cruise ship took place in Marghera.
Miami
Fincantieri will deliver the vessel in spring 2028
Palumbo Superyacht awarded 13,048 square meters of mooring space to the Port of Ortona.
Ancona
Central Adriatic Port Authority, guidelines for issuing the single ZES authorization
Port of Livorno: Two new FHP MarterNeri warehouses inaugurated
Livorno
Investment exceeding 23 million euros
The Committee of the Central Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has decided to close the institution's state of crisis.
Civitavecchia
New solution for exceptional transport on intermodal trains from FS Logistix and Van der Vlist
Verona
Two aerial platforms transported from Verona to Rostock
Port of Naples: Fire aboard GNV's Phoenix ferry
Naples
Flames broke out in the internal areas of deck 6 of the ship
Latrofa has chosen a trusted individual to lead an in-house company within the Lazio Port Authority.
Civitavecchia
The new sole director - he underlined - has been provided with particularly stringent management guidelines
In the first three months of 2026, MPC Container Ships' revenues decreased by -6.4%.
Oslo
Quarterly net income of $40.8 million (-31.8%)
The 2026-2028 Three-Year Operational Plan of the Sardinian Port Authority has been approved.
Olbia
Green light from the Management Committee
The environmental assessment process for the San Antonio Outer Harbor project has been completed.
Saint Anthony
The Viking Mira cruise ship was delivered at the Fincantieri shipyard in Ancona
Ancona/Los Angeles
It has a gross tonnage of 54,300 tons and a capacity of 998 passengers.
In 2025, RINA recorded revenues of over one billion euros (+11%)
Genoa
Net profit up 30%
The new railway bridge has been installed at the Port of Marina di Carrara.
Marina di Carrara
Pisano: A turning point in the port's logistics organization.
Ports, freight terminals, and corridors. Venice and the Upper Adriatic as a gateway to the East.
Venice
This is the theme of the event that will be held on Thursday in Venice
Estonian State Fleet orders electric-powered ferry from Polish shipyard Crist
Tallinn
Contract worth 49.93 million euros
In April, Spanish ports handled 1.7 million containers (+1.7%)
Madrid
Cruise passengers down by -18.4%
Container traffic in the port of Valencia decreased by 2.5% in April
Valencia
In the first four months of 2026, almost 1.8 million TEUs were handled (+0.2%)
Global Ship Lease posts record quarterly revenues again
Athens
Net profit down 24.0%
International cooperation between the Sardinian Port Authority and the Port of Tangier Ville for luxury yachting
Cagliari
Promotion of an integrated nautical circuit between Sardinia and Morocco
The new first aid medical center has been inaugurated in the port of Gioia Tauro
Gioia Tauro
Among the facilities, a first aid clinic and a CMR ambulance
BPER provides financing to Grimaldi Euromed for fleet modernization.
Milan/Naples
Resources used to partially cover the purchase of the ship "Grande Manila"
ASRY and Priya Blue establish ship recycling yard in Bahrain
Al Muharraq/Alang
First ship destined for dismantling has arrived in the Middle Eastern nation
SAAM Towage orders five new tugboats from Turkish shipyard Sanmar Shipyard
Santiago
They will have a pulling capacity of between 70 and 80 tons
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach dropped 5.7% last month.
Long Beach/Singapore/Hong Kong
In Singapore, growth of +3.6% was recorded, while in Hong Kong containers decreased by -6.3%.
Carta (Fermerci): Urgent policies are needed to support railway companies.
Rome
In 2025, rail cargo lost approximately 3.5%, in terms of trains/km
Fratelli Neri orders two more new tugboats in Egypt
Ismailia
Contract with the Suez Canal Company for Modern Boats
Container traffic in the port of Barcelona grew by 17.4% in April.
Barcelona/Algeciras
Algeciras port increases by 6.3%.
The Islamabad government has approved the sale of a 30% stake in the Pakistan National Shipping Corporation.
Islamabad
The share will go to the state logistics company NLC which will also assume management control of PNSC
In 2025, the Spanish port system recorded record revenues
Madrid
Pre-tax profit was 349 million euros (+4.2%)
Leapmotor International strengthens its partnership with the Neapolitan Grimaldi shipping group.
Hoofddorp
In the first quarter, approximately 20,000 units were transported from China to the Italian market.
Cruise traffic in German ports reached a new record last year
Wiesbaden
With 1.51 million passengers, growth was +4.1%.
Federazione del Mare joins the celebrations for the International Day for Women in Maritime 2026.
Rome
Mattioli: The maritime economy is losing opportunities and potential.
After years of sustained growth, short sea shipping in Spain has entered a phase of structural slowdown
Madrid
This is what the latest report from the Observatorio Estadístico del Transporte Marítimo de Corta Distancia reveals.
AD Ports to buy German freight forwarder MBS Logistics
Colony
The company has over 450 employees and 26 offices worldwide.
The Spinelli Group has joined the Sustainable Intermodal Logistics Association
Genoa/Rome
Summary: ALIS can offer our ecosystem strategic added value
$200 million investment to build and equip the new multipurpose terminal at Pointe-Noire
Brazzaville/Abu Dhabi
Ordered three ship-to-shore cranes from ZPMC
Evergreen confirms purchase of five new 24,000 TEU containerships
Taipei
They will be built by the Chinese shipyard Guangzhou Shipyard International
Korea will launch an Asia-Europe containerized shipping service on the Arctic route in the coming months
Busan
The tender concluded with the preliminary selection of the PanStar company.
The Maritime Union has raised new alarm over the fate of former ILVA ships.
Verona
Their possible demolition puts 240 maritime jobs at risk
In the period January-March, freight traffic in the port of Koper decreased by -3.9%
Ljubljana
In the container sector, 2.4 million tons were handled (-1.7%)
Last chance to recognize some port jobs as strenuous and to establish a pension fund
Genoa
Siemens to acquire Italian MERMEC business
Monk
The transaction will include the Ferrosud rolling stock production plant in Matera
Growth in intermodal traffic at the Nola interport
Nola/Milan
Economic and financial analysis by the Fedespedi Research Center on freight terminal management companies
Quarterly decline in goods handled by Montenegro's ports
Podgorica
The increase in cargo volumes to and from Italian ports continues, albeit at a slower pace.
Assarmatori denounces the exclusion of maritime transport from the Fuel Decree-Law II.
Rome
Messina: The sector cannot be expected to absorb the impact of fuel price increases alone.
HHLA records a -5.3% decline in containers handled in the first quarter
Hamburg
Eijsink: An unusually harsh winter has significantly limited our daily operations
MSC Technology Italy launches a plan to hire 200 new people.
Turin/Geneva
MSC Cruises debuts in the Alaska market
The Marche Region has approved Carloni's appointment as president of the Central Adriatic Port Authority.
Ancona
Awaiting the opinion of the Abruzzo Regional Council
Greek company Danaos Corporation's quarterly revenues remain stable.
Athens
Two ships of the company are still blocked in the Persian Gulf
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles increased by 5.7% in April.
Los Angeles/Port Newark
In the first three months of 2026, the Port of New York handled nearly 2.2 million TEUs (-1.2%)
Cognolato was confirmed as president of Assiterminal
Rome
The new presidency committee and board of directors were also elected
In the first quarter of 2026, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna increased by +0.8%
Ravenna
The growth was driven by the entry into operation of the regasification plant
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
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ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
Assarmatori's annual assembly will take place in Rome on Tuesday.
Rome
The event's theme is "Instructions for not navigating in the dark."
On June 12th in Naples, an initiative by Filt Cgil on governance in the port sector
Rome
Comparison on the logistical, industrial and infrastructural development of ports
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PRESS REVIEW
World's first floating fusion reactor-powered vessel could become reality with new project
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Shipbuilding's Spring Illusion: Backbone Collapses
(The Chosun Daily)
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Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
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MSC introduces calls at Naples and Malaga on its Dragon service
Geneva
Calls at the Gioia Tauro port have been cancelled.
The National Maritime Fund's board has been renewed.
Genoa
He will remain in office for three years
Network contract for the joint development of intermodal services in Emilia-Romagna
Bologna
It was signed by Interporto Bologna, Dinazzano Po S, SAPIR and Rail Traction Company
Messina (Assarmatori): European technocracy appears inflexible on the EU ETS
Brussels
He underlines that a significant improvement of these policies is necessary.
d'Amico International Shipping's first quarter results are positive.
Luxembourg
The company benefited from the effects of geopolitical tensions
Two orientation events in Livorno and Naples to present the ITS Purser course.
Genoa
Meetings scheduled by the Italian Merchant Marine Academy with the Grimaldi Group
The bow section of the Explora V was launched in Palermo
Geneva
Fincantieri will deliver the cruise ship to Explora Journeys in 2027
The president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority is the new president of Trieste Passenger Terminal.
Trieste
He takes over from Gianluca Madriz
Port of Olbia: Seabed restoration work has begun in the access channel to Isola Bianca.
Cagliari
The aim is to safely allow large cruise ships to enter
Damen to renovate and operate Dakar ship repair yard
Dakar/Gorinchem
20-year contract with the Société des Infrastructures de Réparation Navale
Savino Del Bene has acquired three companies of the Spanish Grupo Marítima Sureste
Florence/Valencia
The agreement involves Marítima Sureste Shipping, Marítima Sureste Spain and Transportes Gaypemar
Fim-Cisl, the meeting with Fincantieri regarding the Muggiano shipyard's prospects was positive.
La Spezia
The investments announced by management - the union noted - are going in the right direction.
Rising energy costs weigh on Finnlines' latest quarterly financial statement.
Helsinki
Doepel: Burdens further increased by EU ETS implementation
Marabello is the new secretary general of the Strait of Messina Port Authority.
Messina
The assignment lasts four years
Heavy lift vessel HMM Namu hit near the Strait of Hormuz
Seoul
The accident did not cause any casualties.
DFDS's quarterly financial performance deteriorates
Copenhagen
The fleet's rolling stock is growing. Passenger numbers are down 18%.
From May 21st to 23rd, Ravenna will host "Deportibus - The Festival of Ports Connecting the World."
Ravenna
Kalmar records quarterly decline in new orders
Helsinki
In the January-March period, revenues increased by +5%
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