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Exim India web site
MAY 4, 2026
  • Energy In Motion begins commercial operations at India's largest battery swapping and charging station for heavy vehicles
  • SCI team welcomes MT Desh Garima following daring mission
  • Railways' Chennai Division scales new heights in freight revenue
  • India to command 7 pc of global GDP by 2050: McKinsey
  • India sets course for 'Atmanirbhar Shipping', plans 62 vessels in 2026-27 with Rs 51,383 crore investment: Sonowal
  • India targeting USD 2 trillion exports by 2030-31: Goyal
  • Chartering license fees waived for a period of two months
  • Basmati exporters urge lines to curb unreasonable freight hikes
  • US and allies back Panama as China retaliates over Canal port dispute
  • Commerce Ministry aligns RoDTEP rates with new Customs tariff
  • Hormuz shipping traffic plummets by 90 pc amid West Asia war
  • A Comparative Analysis of Carriage of Goods by Sea Act 2025 vis-à-vis COGSA 1925 Act
  • DPA and ICCT India ink strategic MoU for green port transition
  • Kamarajar Port achieves new record in container handling
  • Uncertainty keeps tonnage supply tight: Analysis
  • India-UAE bilateral trade surpasses $100 bn goal
  • Baltic Exchange Market Report (1 May 2026)
  • Nhava Sheva Freeport Terminal achieves highest monthly throughput in April

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International Transport Journal web site
APRIL 30, 2026
  • Error recognized, transports banned
  • Cargolux reports profit in 2025
  • Port of Houston receives 48 million USD
  • Harbor Logistics appoints Auslund as CEO
  • Coalition protests against rail merger in the USA
  • Truck tonnage in the USA rises in March
  • Strebel hands over Schneider leadership to Peigné
  • Mecalux in the "Gartner Magic Quadrant" for the fifth time
  • CPK commissions Budoprojekt for second cargo area
  • Ports in Asia advancing e-fuel strategies
  • Teledyne integrates ChartWorld into Raymarine Commercial
  • HyperLeap presents logistics robots at US market entry
  • Cinquina expands electric fleet
  • Catastrophic air freight March in the Gulf
  • WIESE and SAF develop forestry vehicle concept
  • Liebherr Aerospace delivers nose landing gear for A350F
  • WFS and Kuehne+Nagel expand partnership in Frankfurt
  • Saudia Cargo lowers shipping costs for pharmaceuticals
  • Chapman Freeborn OBC enhances sustainability and service
  • Contship Group achieves revenue growth in 2025

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The Loadstar web site
APRIL 30, 2026
  • UP and NS refile their mega-merger bid - the opposition has never been louder
  • After 'volatile' Q1, investors pump DHL CEO on impact of jet fuel crisis
  • Taiwan carriers call for government help to free trapped box ships
  • Da Nang port development is Vietnam's third act
  • ONE sees profits plunge 92% - and predicts another tough year
  • ANA-NCA now selling one network as integration advances
  • US SMEs forced to 'multi-source' to avoid tariff backlash

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Marine Log web site
APRIL 30, 2026
  • Windward AI appoints Ron Kraitsman as CFO
    Windward AI, whose insights into the Strait of Hormuz situation have been pretty much required reading in recent weeks. has named Ron Kraitsman its chief financial officer (CFO). Kraitsman joins Windward as
  • Port Houston gets $48M grant for Bayport Terminal expansion
    Port Houston has been awarded a $48 million federal grant to support the construction of a new container yard and the installation of a new exit gate at the Bayport Container Terminal.
  • Halifax Shipyard launches first Canadian Coast Guard AOPS
    Irving Shipbuilding's Halifax Shipyard this week launched the Canadian Coast Guard's first Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ship (AOPS), the future CCGS Donjek. The launch of the first AOPS for the Canadian Coast
  • ABS acquires RMC Global to strengthen cyber, risk and resilience capabilities
    ABS reports that, through its affiliate ABS Consulting, it has acquired RMC Global (RMC), a leading provider of industrial cybersecurity, risk management and resiliency solutions. According to ABS, the acquisition strengthens ABS
  • Metal Shark delivers high-performance RBS III demonstrator
    Jeanerette, La.-headquartered Metal Shark Boats has delivered its Response Boat Small (RBS) III demonstrator to the U.S. Coast Guard, completing development and delivery within months of contract award. Metal Shark, which is

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Container News web site
APRIL 30, 2026
  • Port Houston secures grant for Bayport Container Terminal expansion
    Port Houston has been awarded US$ 48 million in federal funding through the US Maritime Administration's Port Infrastructure Development Program to support the construction of a new container yard and the installation of a new exit gate at the Bayport Container Terminal. The grant will be matched by approximately US$ 56 million in port funds, bringing the total investment to around US$ 104 millio
  • Neptune Pacific updates BAF levels across Pacific trades and U.S. West Coast
    Neptune Pacific Direct Line has announced updated Bunker Adjustment Factor (BAF) levels for its Pacific services and U.S. West Coast trade. Pacific trades: mid-May update For Neptune-operated services, new BAF levels will apply from 16 to 30 May 2026 across Australia, New Zealand, and South Pacific routes. Australia South Pacific Islands: USD 669/TEU New Zealand South Pacific Islands: USD 476/TEU
  • Bunker prices rise on Middle East tensions
    During the week, the global bunker market resumed a clear upward trajectory, driven by persistent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the absence of any visible de-escalation signals. Market sentiment remained firmly supported by supply-side concerns and elevated risk premiums. By the end of the week, the 380 HSFO index increased by US$ 26.54, rising from US$ 737.03/MT to US$ 763.57/MT.
  • Maersk removes Gwangyang from Asia-West Coast Latin America AC3 service
    A.P. Moller - Maersk will adjust its Asia-West Coast Latin America (AC3) service by removing a South Korean port from its rotation. The carrier will permanently drop Gwangyang from the service, starting with voyage 619E from Asia, scheduled for 19 May 2026. The change will also apply on the return leg from Latin America, beginning with voyage 624W, departing Balboa on 9 June 2026. Maersk did not
  • Sea-Intelligence: New Baseline for Delay Absorption
    In the latest issue of the Sunday Spotlight , Sea-Intelligence analysed the continuing impact of vessel delays on the operational availability of global container capacity. Based on the March 2026 Global Liner Performance data, it is evident that despite carrier efforts to improve schedule reliability, the market has not experienced a reversal to pre-pandemic levels. Instead, global schedule reli
  • Maersk raises intermodal fuel fees in Australia and New Zealand amid energy cost surge
    A.P. Moller - Maersk has increased its intermodal fuel fees in Australia and New Zealand as rising global energy prices continue to impact inland transport costs. The updated Intermodal Fuel Fee (EFS/IFS) will apply from 1 May 2026 and will be reviewed monthly. New surcharge levels New Zealand : +27% Australia : Victoria: +18% New South Wales: +18% Queensland: +18% South Australia: +18% Western A
  • OOCL orders 12 LNG dual-fuel container ships to advance green fleet strategy
    OOCL has ordered twelve 13,600 TEU LNG dual-fuel container vessels, marking a major step in its transition toward lower-carbon shipping. The company signed shipbuilding contracts with Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding on 29 April 2026. The order was formally announced during a ceremony in Shanghai. First LNG-powered vessels for OOCL The new ships will feature dual-fuel engines capable of running on li
  • What happens if the blockade holds?
    Three months into the Hormuz closure, Washington is preparing for a blockade measured in months. For global shipping, the consequences are no longer theoretical they are strutural
  • DHL grows earnings in Q1 2026 despite geopolitical disruptions
    DHL Group reported higher earnings for the first quarter of 2026, as it maintained operations despite geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruptions. Profit rises as efficiency improves DHL increased operating profit (EBIT) by 8.3% year-on-year to EUR 1.5 billion . The EBIT margin improved to 7.3% , up from 6.6% a year earlier. Revenue reached EUR 20.4 billion , slightly below last year due t
  • Iran says US blockade will fail as Trump weighs new military options
    Iran warned that the US naval blockade is "doomed to fail," as tensions escalate and Washington considers new military action, according to Al Arabiya English . President Masoud Pezeshkian said the blockade violates international law and threatens stability in the Gulf. Oil prices surge The standoff has shaken global energy markets. Brent crude jumped more than 7% to over $126 per barrel, reachin
  • MSC adds Itajaí call to Gulf-South America East Coast service
    MSC will update its Gulf to South America East Coast (SAEC) String 1 service by adding a new port call in Brazil. Starting with the MAERSK CHAMBAL voyage 618A/623R, the service will include Itajai between Paranagua and Santos . The addition strengthens MSC's coverage in southern Brazil and creates an additional gateway for cargo flows into the region. The carrier said the change aims to improve n
  • DH Shipbuilding posts 26.8% margin in Q1, maintains strong profitability trend
    DH Shipbuilding reported strong first-quarter results for 2026, achieving one of the highest profitability levels in the shipbuilding sector. The company recorded revenue of KRW 308.3 billion and operating profit of KRW 82.6 billion. This translates into an operating margin of 26.8%, continuing its high-profit performance from recent quarters. The result marks the sixth consecutive quarter with m
  • ONE posts $338 million full-year profit for FY2025 as Middle East costs bite
    Ocean Network Express (ONE) closed FY2025 with a full-year net profit of $338 million on revenue of $16.62 billion. Both figures fell sharply from FY2024, when ONE posted a profit of $4.24 billion on revenue of $19.23 billion. Revenue dropped 14% year-on-year. Profit fell 92%. Softer freight rates drove the decline, as a weaker supply-demand balance pushed prices lower across major trades. Operat
  • Konecranes posts steady Q1 performance despite lower sales
    Konecranes reported a solid start to 2026, supported by stable order intake and improved profitability, despite a decline in sales. Order intake rose slightly to €1.07 billion. The order book increased 7.9% to €3.18 billion, reaching its highest level since 2023. Net sales fell 7.7% to €907.9 million. The company said this reflects seasonal factors, delivery timing and disruptions linked to the M
  • Explainer: How the UAE chose trade power over OPEC
    Abu Dhabi's decision to quit the oil producers' bloc is not an energy market move but a formal declaration of a strategic identity two decades in the making. UAE to withdraw from OPEC and OPEC+ effective May 1
  • AD Ports Group explores Azerbaijan logistics partnership with AZCON Holding
    AD Ports Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AZCON Holding to explore joint development of transport and logistics infrastructure in Azerbaijan. The agreement sets a framework for cooperation across ports, shipping, logistics, and digital trade solutions. Both sides will assess investment opportunities and work on integrated infrastructure projects, including maritime and di
  • Rohlig SUUS opens new logistics hub in Szczecin to boost regional connectivity
    Rohlig SUUS Logistics has opened a new logistics center in Szczecin, strengthening its operations in Poland and improving links with Scandinavia and Western Europe. The new facility combines warehouse and cross-dock terminal functions. It replaces two previous locations, allowing the company to improve efficiency and streamline operations. The site covers around 15,500 square metres. It includes

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Splash web site
APRIL 30, 2026
  • Mission to Seafarers appoints Guy Platten as chairman
    The Mission to Seafarers, a welfare charity serving merchant crews around the world, has appointed Guy Platten as its new chairman. Platten, a chartered master mariner, brings more than four decades of senior leadership experience to the role, most recently serving as secretary general and CEO of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS). He takes ...
  • North Star grows fleet to 14 vessels with latest SOV quartet buy
    After Norwind Offshore announced it had closed the acquisition of six CSOVs from Edda Wind, UK offshore vessel owner North Star revealed it had completed the acquisition of four service operation vessels (SOVs) from the same company. The transaction takes North Star's offshore wind fleet to 14 vessels, establishing it as the world's largest offshore ...
  • PSA International boosts China footprint with Xiamen terminal investment
    Singapore's PSA International has secured an investment in Xiamen Container Terminal Group, which comprises eight container terminals with an annual designed capacity of approximately 20m teu. As part of the transaction, PSA will further increase its investment in the Xiamen Port Intermodal Logistics Hub, enhancing the integration of Fujian's port, supply chain, and intermodal capabilities. ...
  • ABS expands cyber risk push with RMC Global acquisition
    ABS has expanded its industrial cybersecurity and risk management capabilities through the acquisition of RMC Global by affiliate ABSG Consulting Inc. The deal brings together ABS Consulting's global reach and technical resources with RMC's expertise in industrial cybersecurity, resilience and critical infrastructure protection, as clients face mounting operational and regulatory pressures. "Clie
  • Building a new kind of shipmanager in a changing world
    Julian Panter, CEO of Noatum CSM, explores whether today's shipmanagement models, including tech-led solutions and fast-scaling joint ventures, are truly equipped to deliver consistency across increasingly complex operating environments, and how they will define the next phase of shipmanagement in the Middle East. Shipping in the Gulf is once again drawing renewed attention, highlighting the ...
  • Orca AI and Samsung Heavy team up to speed autonomous shipping push
    Orca AI has entered a strategic partnership with Samsung Heavy Industries aimed at accelerating the deployment of autonomous vessel technology across both newbuilds and existing fleets. Under the agreement, Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) will integrate Orca AI's situational awareness platform into vessels equipped with its Samsung Autonomous Ship (SAS) system, while Orca AI will incorporate ...
  • Sweden confiscates bulk carrier accused of carrying stolen Ukrainian grain
    Swedish authorities have formally confiscated the bulk carrier Caffa following a request for legal assistance from a foreign state, deepening an international investigation into a vessel suspected of carrying stolen Ukrainian grain and operating under a false flag. The Caffa, a 96m long bulk carrier, was detained by armed Swedish Coast Guard officers near the ...
  • FMC issues record $45.6m reparations ruling against OOCL
    A US administrative law judge has ordered Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) to pay a record $45.6m in reparations to the bankruptcy estate of collapsed retailer Bed Bath & Beyond, in a ruling that could reshape how ocean carriers honour service contracts during periods of extreme market disruption. Chief administrative law judge Erin Wirth issued ...
  • Geneva Dry's digital workshop cuts through the hype to find what actually works
    Amid a sea of buzzwords, bold promises and AI evangelism, a refreshingly candid panel at this week's Geneva Dry conference attempted to answer the question that shipping's technology buyers most want answered: what is actually delivering results, and what is falling short? The Digital Dry Hard Talk workshop, moderated by Neville Smith from Mariner Communications, ...
  • Subsea 7 and OneSubsea bag FEED for $12bn oil project off Canada
    Subsea Integration Alliance (SIA), consisting of Subsea 7 and SLB OneSubsea, has been awarded a front-end engineering design (FEED) contract by Equinor for the Bay du Nord development offshore Canada. The FEED award moves the project from concept definition to detailed engineering, shaping development ahead of the final investment decision. The contract builds on the ...
  • Norwind expands offshore wind fleet in major vessel deal
    Norwind Offshore has doubled its fleet by completing the acquisition of six commissioning service operation vessels (CSOVs) from Edda Wind. The transaction was completed in partnership with Navigare Capital Partners. The newly added vessels have either recently been delivered from the shipyard within the past year or are in the final stages of delivery, ensuring ...
  • Euroseas in fresh China newbuild move
    Nasdaq-listed Greek owner Euroseas is the latest boxship player to turn to Chinese yards for feeder tonnage, with brokers pointing to a potential order for two 1,800 teu bangkokmax newbuilds. Market talk suggests the Aristides Pittas-led company has lined up Nantong CIMC Sinopacific Offshore & Engineering (CIMC SOE) for the pair, with deliveries pencilled in ...

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Lloyd's List web site
APRIL 30, 2026
  • Hormuz crisis at two months: a tale of four shipping markets
    Tanker owners continue to reap the rewards of the Hormuz crisis. Different tanker segments are following different rate patterns as...
  • IMO carbon price talks risk repeating history
    IMO politics on the Net-Zero Framework appear unchanged on the big questions, as debate shifts to how much of its...
  • Lloyd's exposure to Hormuz crisis has potential to be on par with 1990s asbestos crunch
    Potential payout could top 9/11, covid, hurricanes and California wildfires put together
  • Euroseas adds four more newbuilds to feeder orderbook
    Latest quartet includes two optional vessels with high reefer capacity exercised at Huanghai Shipbuilding
  • Vehicle carrier newbuild deliveries boom as first 10,000-plus ceu ship handed over
    A milestone in vessel capacity has been reached with the delivery of the 10,800 ceu Glovis Leader. Even larger vehicle...
  • Cosco announces $2.2bn order for 12 LNG-fuelled boxships
    Cosco Shipping Holding's new order underscores a strategy to navigate disruptions in the global supply chain by actively upgrading its...
  • India unveils $5.4bn national fleet expansion amid rising Hormuz risks
    Facing mounting pressure from the Hormuz crisis, India is fast-tracking a multibillion dollar programme to expand its national fleet with...
  • The Daily View: IMO outlook: Same-same but different
  • Middle East port update: Thursday, April 30
    Vessel movements in Bahrain have resumed. However, operations remain limited due to the current situation. BAPCO operations remain suspended
  • Daily Briefing
    Net-Zero Framework on knife edge at MEPC84 as countries line up for and against carbon pricing | US targets banks...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
APRIL 30, 2026
  • OOCL ordered to pay $45 million for Bed Bath and Beyond's bumped cargo
    An FMC judge ruled the carrier committed several violations of US shipping law, including unreasonable practices, failure to meet service commitments, and refusal to deal with the now-bankrupt retailer between 2020-2022.
  • US LTL pricing rising ahead of industrial demand: XPO
    XPO and other LTL carriers say contract rates are rising by mid-single digits even though industrial demand remains soft, albeit with some bullish indicators apparent.
  • UP's revised filing for NS merger boosts number of freight conversions
    The STB now has 30 days to decide whether the application is complete; a formal review by the regulator would likely stretch for more than a year and include public hearings.
  • Cosco doubles down on emerging trades as Q1 net profit plunges 49%
    The carrier and ports group said revenue on all major trades, except its domestic network, fell in the first quarter, resulting in a 13% drop in revenue from container shipping.
  • OOCL orders its first LNG-fueled ships with $2 billion deal for 12 vessels
    The Cosco subsidiary said the 13,600-TEU ships have been ordered from Shanghai-based shipyard Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding for delivery between 2028 and 2030.
  • ONE expects 11% decline in FY26 net profit due to war in Middle East
    While acknowledging a "volatile geopolitical landscape," the carrier nonetheless says its forecast for the year assumes "operational conditions will stabilize to pre-conflict levels by summer."
  • Fuel charges complicate rush to ink new trans-Pacific service contracts
    Mid-size importers are generally satisfied with the base rates contained in their 2026-27 service contracts, but many are at the mercy of ocean carriers as to how emergency fuel surcharges are being handled.

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TradeWinds web site
APRIL 30, 2026
  • Zim shareholders overwhelmingly approve $4.2bn takeover by Hapag-Lloyd
    But shareholders reject compensation plan for executives and board members
  • Royal Caribbean shares rise as better-than-expected earnings overshadow outlook cut
    Middle East war and fuel costs lead to reduction in earnings guidance
  • China Merchants Port profit rises as cash flow weakens
    Earnings edge higher as working capital and investment income shift
  • Emerging CO2 trade gets real with first Bimco time charterparty
    New form has been drafted to allow its use for other liquefied gases
  • Tanker market finds delicate balance as oil prices surge to multi-year highs
    Enough cargoes exist for the time being to keep the market profitable, ABG Sundal Collier analyst Petter Haugen says
  • Acquisitions on radar as Raymarine pushes into commercial shipping
    Gregoire Outters tells TradeWinds why the time is right to broaden parent tech group Teledyne's offering
  • Euroseas orders four vessels to lift newbuilding tally past $500m
    Greek boxship owner contracts two 2,800-teu and two 1,800-teu vessels
  • Clarksons pounces on Peruvian broker Serpac in latest Americas push
    Takeover reflects demand from a growing client base on west coast of South America
  • Greece slams 2050 decarbonisation goal as Net-Zero Framework compromise looks unlikely
    Shipping minister warns industry would pass further costs on to consumers, causing 'huge inflation'
  • Knutsen LNG France brings in new president
    Ludovic Gerard heads out to pursue other projects
  • US marshals its supporters for net-zero defiance
    Supporters of US plans are confident they have the numbers to block fund to drive energy transition
  • Genco-Diana M&A battle: Did John Wobensmith's dual role come with a dual purpose?
    This week's Streetwise takes a second look at Genco Shipping's decision to add 'chair' to John Wobensmith's resume last August
  • Andrianopoulos clan sets up new tanker arm to handle raft of incoming carriers
    Following its mighty push into tankers, Cape Shipping sets up new, in-house management arm for them
  • Asset security can 'evaporate overnight' if geopolitical risks ignored, leading banker warns
    Societe Generale's Paul Taylor says old financing models are no longer enough in an uncertain world
  • Reederei Nord signs first newbuilding deal in a decade to break into large bulkers
    The company has already lined up employment contracts for the 211,000-dwt vessels
  • Clarksons' head of panamax bulkers leaves the company
    Richard Haines has worked for the shipbroker since 2017
  • Norway's maritime sector on track to miss emissions targets as more investments needed
    Targeted measures could reduce emissions from sector by 27% by 2035, report says
  • Guy Platten takes on chairman role at Mission to Seafarers
    Charity calls former International Chamber of Shipping boss one of industry's most respected figures
  • Clarksons' head of panamax bulkers has left the company
    Richard Haines has worked for the shipbroker since 2017
  • Norway's maritime sector on track to miss emissions targets as more investments needed
    Targeted measures could reduce emissions from sector by 27% by 2035, report says
  • BASF moves to take first LNG carrier on long-term hire to shift incoming US volumes
    Single requirement comes with multiple chartering options
  • Vroon lines up ship sales as it logs biggest profit since banks moved in
    Restructured Dutch owner says 2026 looking positive
  • Capital Maritime seen extending capesize order play at Hengli Shipbuilding
    Chinese yard giant's large bulker orderbook climbs towards 40 vessels
  • Shipping heavyweight Guy Platten takes on chairman role at Mission to Seafarers
    Charity calls former International Chamber of Shipping boss one of industry's most respected figures
  • Norden closes Athens office after 15 months
    Company said closure is a 'strategic adjustment'
  • Neda Maritime orders two capesizes at Hengli
    Cape orders have been stacking up at the favoured Chinese yard
  • Iran war upheaval prompts Fearnleys container stock re-rating
    Analyst sees strong demand for small and midsize vessels from liners
  • Pelagic Credit readies additional ship buys as it starts with a profit
    Newly Oslo-listed owner says asset values are too high to risk spot market plays
  • Oil surges as blockades set to cause months of disruption
    Cost of Brent barrels hit highest levels for four years amid concerns over renewed air strikes and export cuts
  • US-sanctioned tanker breaks through Strait of Hormuz blockade as transits dwindle
    Double blockade choking off ship traffic as deadlock remains
  • SFL banks $75m at a premium in Oslo bond tap issue
    Tap issue was priced at 103.5% of par
  • Idan Ofer builds stake in Constantine Logothetis-backed green fuel operation
    Sulnox now working with 100 shipping companies to cut emissions
  • Pareto Bank shipping book falls as Middle East conflict tempers tanker business
    Lender sees increased exposure in second quarter
  • Middle East war expected to eat into Ocean Network Express earnings in 2026
    Asian liner giant predicts further decline after net profit plunges 92% in 2025
  • Oldendorff and Cosco pay an extra $12,800 per day for Diana Shipping bulkers
    Stronger dry cargo markets push up rates for capesize and ultramax
  • Pareto Bank shipping book falls Middle East conflict tempers tanker business
    Lender sees increased exposure in second quarter
  • John Fredriksen and Idan Ofer share $100m profit after wind ship fleet sale
    Wilh Wilhelmsen Holding is also in the money as Edda Wind vessels change hands
  • Danske Bank boosts shipping exposure as it targets Norwegian growth
    Lender targets increasing market share in Norway
  • Greek owner Blue Seas makes kamsarmax splash with former Ghandour ship
    Sigalas family firm expands into a new class of bulkers
  • MOL profits halve as container slump and costs bite
    Japanese owner flags further earnings pressure as trade uncertainty and costs mount
  • Middle East war expected to eat into Ocean Network Express's earnings in 2026
    Asian liner giant predicts further decline after net profit fell by 92% during its 2025 financial year
  • Samudera's bunker expenses soar on Middle East conflict
    Container freight rates slipped in the first quarter as trade uncertainty weighed on demand
  • CSSC profit boom underscores China's shipbuilding consolidation path
    Mega-merger and pricing power drive earnings boom as backlog swells
  • Europe surge offsets US slump as tariffs cloud trade outlook for ports operator Hutchison
    HPH Trust flags shifting trade flows and rising cost pressures

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FreightWaves web site
APRIL 30, 2026
  • State of Freight: Freight recession 'over' as demand builds into summer
    The April installment of the State of Freight webinar , hosted by FreightWaves CEO Craig Fuller and Head of Freight Market Intelligence Zach Strickland, pointed to a freight market that remains structurally tight-even as seasonal softness and macro uncertainty cloud near-term visibility. From geopolitical disruptions in the Middle East to upcoming enforcement events and summer demand patterns, th
  • First look: Schneider National Q1 results
    Multimodal transportation provider Schneider National beat first-quarter expectations Thursday after the market closed. The company also reiterated its full-year earnings outlook. Schneider ( NYSE: SNDR ) reported adjusted earnings per share of 12 cents, 2 cents above the consensus estimate but 4 cents lower year over year. Consolidated revenue of $1.4 billion was flat y/y and just shy of the $1.
  • DHL Group boosts profit despite lower shipment volumes, revenue
    DHL Group revenues dipped during the first quarter, but operating profit improved 8.3% behind strong performance from the Express and Supply Chain divisions despite disruptions caused by the conflict in the Middle East and negative currency impacts. DHL Express revenues slumped 1.9% to 6 billion euros, equivalent to $7 billion, but earnings before taxes and interest jumped 20.6% due to aggressive
  • SONAR Sitrep: US industrials, freight unexpected winners in Iran war
    Contrary to consensus expectations, the ongoing conflict in Iran isn't just a geopolitical risk - it is actively widening the U.S. industrial cost advantage. While global competitors in Europe and Asia are grappling with surging gas prices and heavy war-risk premiums, the United States is emerging as a structural winner in heavy manufacturing. The catalyst? The unique mechanics of "associated gas
  • Make it make sense: Low demand, rising rates on the trans-Pacific
    The stalemate in the Iran war has been anything but for ocean container spot rates on the trans-Pacific. While there has been little diplomatic progress between Washington and Tehran toward ending the conflict, the ongoing blockade of the Strait of Hormuz by United States forces has been fueling (pun intended) higher ocean prices during a traditional lull prior to the start of the peak shipping s
  • XPO could soon see sub-80% ORs
    Less-than-truckload carrier XPO is seeing the fruits of ongoing self-help initiatives, which are now intersecting with improving demand. The company said Thursday that it won market share at "above-market" rates during the first quarter. A leaner cost structure helped drive margin outperformance in the period, pushing earnings past analysts' expectations. Share gains in local accounts (SMBs), mor
  • US alcohol distributor shutters major operations, cuts 4,600 jobs
    Republic National Distributing Co. (RNDC) is planning widespread layoffs and facility closures across the U.S. as part of a sweeping restructuring plan. The closures and layoffs are tied to the sale of RNDC key assets to Reyes Beverage Group, according to WARN filings and company documents. Texas-based RNDC, a major wine and spirits distributor, said the moves could impact thousands of workers na
  • Saia eyes margin turnaround amid improving demand
    After $2 billion in network investments, less-than-truckload carrier Saia is expecting to soon see a payoff as cost and operational enhancements are converging with better demand. The company is also seeing more freight opportunities now that it runs a national network. Saia ( NASDAQ: SAIA ) reported first-quarter earnings per share of $1.86 on Thursday before the market opened. The result was fl
  • STB chairman, industry leaders to headline Future of Rail Symposium
    REGISTER NOW: Secure your seat for the Future of Rail Symposium CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. - FreightWaves and TrainsPRO have announced the Future of Rail Symposium: The Decade Ahead , an exclusive one-day summit for rail industry executives, stakeholders, and regulators. The event will take place on July 28, 2026, at The Signal at the Chattanooga Choo Choo. As the North American rail industry reaches a c
  • Kodiak AI and Bosch begin hardware deliveries for autonomous trucks
    Kodiak AI said Thursday that Bosch has begun delivering critical hardware for its autonomous trucks. The move comes just four months after the companies announced their partnership in January. The Mountain View, Calif.-based company is now testing camera samples from Bosch. It has also completed early prototype integrations into its SensorPods. Those are the proprietary modules that house the com
  • First look: XPO cruises past Q1 expectations
    Greenwich, Connecticut-based XPO reported first-quarter results that were well ahead of analysts' expectations on Thursday as its less-than-truckload unit won share at above-market rates. XPO ( NYSE: XPO ) reported adjusted earnings per share of $1.01, 13 cents ahead of the consensus estimate and 28 cents higher year over year. The adjusted EPS result excluded transaction and restructuring costs.
  • CVSA Roadcheck in 12 days, is a $77,000 fine in your future?
    International Roadcheck 2026 is scheduled for May 12 through 14. During those 72 hours, enforcement personnel across North America will inspect commercial motor vehicles and drivers to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for vehicles, cargo, and drivers. Inspectors primarily conduct the North American Standard Level I Inspection, a 37-step procedure that examines the driver's operating
  • Westport advances natural gas trucks with ACT Expo CNG system launch
    Westport announced Thursday that it is bringing its next-generation compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel storage and delivery system to ACT Expo 2026. The announcement marks the first North American demonstration of the technology, which the company says can match diesel performance while running on widely available CNG. The system will be showcased at the May 4-7 event in Las Vegas on a Volvo VNL 3
  • Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern file revised merger application
    Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern on Thursday submitted an amended merger application to the Surface Transportation Board, seeking approval for the first all-freight transcontinental railroad they say will drive growth, lower costs for shippers, and strengthen the U.S. supply chain. "After completing the additional work requested by the STB, the facts remain clear: This merger enhances competiti
  • Houston, We Have Liftoff: Bot Auto achieves first humanless commercial run
    Houston, known for NASA and putting a man on the moon, has completed another milestone, this time without any humans aboard and involving a Bot Auto autonomous truck. The company announced Thursday that it has completed the first fully humanless, over-the-road commercial truckload in American history. The haul occurred the night before. A Bot Auto autonomous tractor hauled commercial freight 231
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Suez Canal: Signs of a recovery in ship traffic in September
Suez Canal: Signs of a recovery in ship traffic in September
Ismailia
However, the repercussions of the crisis in the Red Sea persist
Taranto, the steel crisis continues to weigh on the port.
Taranto, the steel crisis continues to weigh on the port.
Taranto
Liquid bulk cargoes are supporting volumes, but overall traffic is down 5.7% in the first nine months of 2026. Container traffic remains volatile.
US port tariffs on Chinese ships, trade coalition calls for permanent suspension
Washington
Hundreds of associations have written to Greer ahead of the January 9, 2027, deadline. Among them is the World Shipping Council.
T&E: The ETS should become the driving force behind investments in e-fuels for aircraft and ships.
Brussels
The organization's demands for the overhaul of the ETS: more European resources, a dedicated fund, and two-sided auctions
In the first half of 2026, freight traffic in the port of Livorno fell by -3.6%
Livorno
Ports on Elba also experienced a decline (-3.3%). The port of Piombino bucked the trend with a +5.7%.
Cargo volumes down in Southern Adriatic ports in the first six months of 2026
Bari
The system loses 676 thousand tons compared to 2025, almost all between the two largest ports
In the third quarter, ship traffic in the Panama Canal remained stable
Panama/Balboa
However, the tonnage of ships and the volume of goods in transit are growing
Le Aziende informano
Ufficiali di Macchina: l'Accademia Italiana della Marina Mercantile apre le selezioni per il corso ITS triennale gratuito. Scadenza 26 ottobre
Maritime ETS, FEPORT supports cargo-related anti-avoidance measure
Brussels
It is the most effective solution - claims the federation of European terminal operators - to protect the competitiveness of EU ports
COSCO Shipping, revenues +29% and profits +82%: the credit goes to freight rates, rather than volumes
Hong Kong
The trans-Pacific market is the driving force behind the Chinese group's accounts
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings reports increased net income but declining margins in the third quarter.
Miami
APM Terminals signs further expansion phase for the Moroccan port of Tangier Med
Rabat
An investment of over 800 million dollars is planned to build 1.2 kilometers of docks
Port of Barcelona launches project to reduce cruise terminals from seven to five
Barcelona
Review of the concession held by Creuers del Port de Barcelona
Boluda and Samskip, a new merger in European short-sea shipping.
Boluda and Samskip, a new merger in European short-sea shipping.
Valencia/Rotterdam
The Spanish group has signed an agreement to acquire all the activities of the Dutch group and expand its multimodal platform
Indian shipyards on EU ship recycling list, ECSA asks MEPs to approve
Brussels
Call to reject a motion opposing the Commission's proposal
CVC DIF has acquired a majority stake in the Spanish shipyard Cernaval
Schiphol
The Iberian company employs approximately 275 people
Contship Italia acquires the Tarros group
Melzo/La Spezia
All the activities and assets that make up the integrated service system of the La Spezia group are changing hands
Villa Vie Residences' residential cruise ship suspended
Villa Vie Residences' residential cruise ship suspended
Fort Lauderdale/Sihanoukville
The company attributes the ship's grounding to rising fuel costs and is working on a restructuring and recapitalization plan.
Wallenius Wilhelmsen orders four 9,900 CEU PCTCs plus eight options
Lysaker
Agreement with the Chinese shipyard Jinling Shipyard (Jiangsu)
Royal Caribbean posts record quarterly revenue of $5.59 billion. Full-year 2026 forecasts are raised.
Royal Caribbean posts record quarterly revenue of $5.59 billion. Full-year 2026 forecasts are raised.
Miami
EBITDA at 2.53 billion and passengers at 2.68 million in the July-September period
Maritime safety, ETS, flags, and employment are the focus of the Confitarma president's report.
Rome
Zanetti calls for a European alliance for freedom of navigation, a national pact for the transition, and less bureaucracy for the Italian flag.
Global Ports Holding signs concession agreement for Saint Vincent cruise port
Istanbul
The agreement has a duration of 30 years
Sunde family sells Color Line to Stena
Gothenburg
Swedish ferry group acquires Norway's largest cruise ferry company
Chinese ports, the race is slowing down
Chinese ports, the race is slowing down
Beijing
After 25 years of growth, freight traffic is almost at a standstill, but containers are still breaking records.
Lorenzo Sanna is the new president of ANPAN
Sestri Levante
Parmigiani: Regarding the High Seas Protocol, we should return to the commander's paper declaration.
2027 will once again be a record year for the Italian cruise industry
Livorno
Approximately 16 million passengers are expected, with a growth of +4%
Port reform: Commission discusses only setting aside and rejecting vessels
Rome
The Chamber of Deputies has passed no amendments in three weeks. The only exception is Port Authority staff.
Road haulage, truce near. The government releases funds for diesel fuel and structural reforms.
Rome
Emergency decree approved with tax credits, a ban on leasing, and fuel surcharge protections
The fleet of dual-fuel containerships and car carriers exceeds 500 units
Washington
A 41% jump compared to September 2025. Industry investments have exceeded $200 billion.
Green Maritime Corridors: China Leads the Race
Shanghai
Nearly a fifth of global developments involve a Chinese port. The Global Maritime Forum report highlights fuel and collaboration as strengths, while demand remains weak.
In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports grew by +2.1%
Madrid
Bulk cargo is driving the trend. Containerized cargo remains stable.
The EU invests in the green revolution of the seas
Brussels
From ammonia to e-methanol, from electric ferries to CO2 capture: projects reshaping the future of European shipping have received funding.
Road haulage associations call for an end to roadblocks in the South.
Rome/Modena
After the meeting with Salvini, the trade unions urged Piantedosi to intervene. Ruote Libere responded: listen to the protesters, not repress them.
APM Terminals and Hateco sign agreement to develop a rail freight terminal network in northern Vietnam
Copenhagen
Initial investment estimated at around $3.5 billion
IFM Investors to acquire CPPIB and OMERS' stakes in Associated British Ports
London
Agreement reached for the transfer of 63.9% of the capital of the British port group
DSV, Air & Sea and Contract Logistics drive third quarter, while road transport slows
Copenhagen
Road division suffers from problems following Schenker integration
Decarbonizing shipping: The UK should learn from FuelEU Maritime's mistakes.
London
The UK Chamber of Shipping presents the government with a document with lessons from the first two years of application of the European regulation
The port of Antwerp-Bruges returns to growth in the third quarter, with a +2.5% after two quarters of decline
Antwerp
Containers, ro-ro and dry bulk are driving the recovery, while steel and energy products remain in difficulty
Interferry renews alarm over postponement of road haulage inclusion in the EU ETS
Victoria
Roos: The burdens and challenges of decarbonisation cannot be borne by individual sectors
The port of Trieste recovers on container traffic in the third quarter, but the railway remains in difficulty
Trieste
Liquid bulk on the rise
Record quarterly cruise traffic at Global Ports Holding terminals
Istanbul
Only the numbers in the Eastern Mediterranean and Adriatic region are decreasing
Rheinmetall confirms partnership with MSC for acquisition of Romanian shipyard in Mangalia
Düsseldorf
The purchase price of approximately 138 million euros will be paid jointly by the two partners
Strait of Hormuz: Another weekend of attacks on ships
Tehran/Southampton
First use of RPG anti-tank rocket fired from a small vessel
Port of Rotterdam: General cargo declines in third quarter, bulk traffic increases
Rotterdam
In the first nine months of 2026, 323.2 million tonnes were handled (+0.9%)
The Ligurian Shipbuilding Observatory is born: a sector worth two billion euros and employing over 10,000 people.
Genoa
AdSP, Confindustria Genova and Unione Industriali Savona launch permanent monitoring of the sector
BPA says UK container growth depends on investment, not carbon leakage
London
A report by the British association contests the Spanish Observatory: the indicator in teu-miles does not measure real volumes and amplifies the effect of the order of ports of call
ETS: Shipping accounts for 10% of emissions but pays nearly 20% of the bill.
Brussels
ECSA Study: European Shipowners Call for Triple SMAP Quotas for Sustainable Fuels and Technologies
AP Moller Capital to acquire Portek International Port Group
Copenhagen
It will be sold by the Japanese company Mitsui & Co.
Washington and Madrid's port dispute threatens to escalate into a trade war.
Washington
The FMC proposes a levy of 200 thousand dollars per voyage on ships under the Spanish flag and restrictions on the import of certain products
Port reform: the Commission rejects the governance changes to Ports of Italy.
Rome
Yesterday, the Chamber of Deputies' Committee voted on Article 9 of Bill 2925: the opposition's amendments were rejected; further consideration has been postponed to another session.
Port of Singapore sets new all-time record for quarterly container throughput (TEUs)
Singapore
Marine fuel sales highlight ongoing transformation of fuel market
Two container ships hit by shells while transiting the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton/Singapore
The "GFS Pride" suffered damage and a fire on board, and subsequently sank
Attacks on ships and ports: ETF appeals to EU leaders
Brussels
"We need action, not another declaration of concern": the union calls for worker safety to be placed at the heart of the European response in the Black Sea.
RINA held responsible for the sinking of the Al Salam Boccaccio '98 , according to the Genoa court.
Genoa
The company declares its profound disagreement and recalls the conclusions of other investigations
Peru plans second major national port
File
The port of Corío will be built on the southern coast of the country to also serve Brazilian exports
Attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz and the Black Sea are multiplying.
Sofia/Southampton/New Delhi
Two vessels hit in Bulgaria's special economic zone
Maritime ETS: SMAP under scrutiny by those who produce the fuels of the future
Brussels
A joint letter from producers, utilities, shipowners and NGOs calls for the reservation of quotas for e-fuels and the introduction of advance booking
The Port of Los Angeles sets new all-time monthly and quarterly container throughput records.
Los Angeles
New peaks in full containers upon disembarkation and empty boxes
Rheinmetall acquires Mangalia shipyard for €138 million
Bucharest
The project is linked to the relaunch of the Romanian shipbuilding industry and the construction of four units for the Navy
United Transport Mutual is born: ships, ports and logistics under the same insurance umbrella.
London
UK P&I Club and TT Club members approve merger, retaining names, brands and teams
Spain, short sea shipping is declining
Madrid
SPC Spain warns that the costs of environmental regulations are pushing trafficking away from the sea
Port of Ravenna, August at -20.5% and September estimated at -9%.
Ravenna
Global trade is more resilient than expected. AI is boosting goods, while services are holding back.
Geneva
The WTO has revised its estimates: goods growth of 3.9% in 2026, services growth of 3.3%. But the impact of the Middle East crisis is not the same for everyone.
Fincantieri and Leonardo reach agreement to strengthen Orizzonte Sistemi Navali's role.
Trieste/Rome
The companies aim to consolidate the industrial and commercial role of the joint venture
Port of Rijeka: Various cargoes push Luka Rijeka forward, while the Adriatic Gate container terminal loses ground.
Rijeka
In the first nine months of 2026, overall traffic fell by -15% to 3.83 million tonnes
Confetra: The government wants to abolish the tax on small parcels.
Rome
Satisfaction with the government's choices in the budget bill
A Port Renewable Energy Community has been established in Taranto
Taranto
Among the objectives, the development of the Apulian port as an energy hub
Filt and Uilt, the temporary port labor system is not anachronistic
Rome
To define it in this way - the unions denounce - means distorting the nature and role of Article 17 of Law 84/94.
New quarterly record for freight traffic in Albanian ports
Tirana
In the period July-September passengers decreased by -5.4%
FedEx's earnings are rising, but net profit falls 68%.
Memphis
The non-cash capital loss related to the spin-off of FedEx Freight weighs heavily
Kalmar recorded a 22% growth in new orders in the third quarter
Helsinki
Turnover stable. Net profit down 14%.
In the third quarter, sales of containers produced by CIMC increased by +30%
Hong Kong
Commercial activity driven by dry boxes (+36%). Reefer units dropped by 28%.
Ports, new investments in Tuscany and Sardinia
Livorno/Cagliari
The 2027 budget estimates for the two Port Authorities have been approved. Highlights include the Piombino dock, works in Livorno, and dredging and electrification projects in Sardinian ports.
Finding qualified personnel in Italian ports is increasingly difficult.
Naples
An analysis by Randstad Research of 13 professional profiles also highlights a marked gender imbalance
COSCO Shipping Ports reports record third-quarter revenue
Hong Kong
In the July-September period, net profit was 102.5 million dollars (+3.4%)
Approval for the 2027 budget forecast and the 2027-2029 POT of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority.
Gioia Tauro
The forecast document shows revenues of approximately 24 million euros and expenses of approximately 88 million
Ravenna native Bongiovanni confirmed as president of the Federagenti Youth Committee.
Rome
Renewal of the federation's board of directors
The 2027-2029 Three-Year Operational Plan for the Central Adriatic Port System has been approved.
Ancona
308 million euros of investments are planned, of which 218 million for the Marche region and 91 million for Abruzzo.
The 2027 budget forecast for the Western Liguria Port Authority has been approved.
Genoa
New surcharge on goods postponed to 2028
DP World opens a temperature-controlled warehouse near Bologna
Bologna
Surface area of 22 thousand square meters
Saipem wins two new offshore drilling contracts
Milan
The total value of the orders is approximately 121 million dollars.
Hanwha brings Philadelphia Naval Shipyard under Defense Division control
Arlington
The goal is to integrate the construction of commercial and military ships
The Ports of La Spezia and Carrara approve the 2027-2029 Three-Year Public Works Program and the 2027 Budget.
La Spezia
Pisano: PTLP concrete and consistent with currently available resources
Port concessions: Regional Administrative Court (TAR) blocks 2025 fee increase
Rome
The appeal of Assiterminal and sixteen port companies has been accepted.
Wärtsilä sees quarterly order increases, but not in the Marine segment
Helsinki
In the period July-September the company recorded a net profit of 125 million euros (-31%)
Montaresi appointed general secretary of the Eastern Ligurian Sea Port Authority for another four years.
La Spezia
Renewal of office on the proposal of President Pisano
Double ceremony for two Explora Journeys ships at the Fincantieri shipyard in Genoa
Genoa
Launch of "Explora V" and coin ceremony of "Explora VI"
Italian CMD passes under the control of the UAE group EDGE
Abu Dhabi/Rome
Cousins Mariano and Giorgio Negri retain a significant shareholding
The Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority presents the new layout of the port of Piombino.
Livorno
Gariglio: A concrete step towards industrial reconversion and the future of Piombino.
FS Logistix has purchased six new CZ LOKO locomotives for freight and shunting services
Rome/Prague
This is the fourth order of this type for the Czech company in ten years.
Port of Bremerhaven: The cruise ship Mein Schiff 3 collided with two container ships.
Bremen
No injuries. The cruise was canceled.
Paolo Moretti has been appointed CEO of RINA Spa.
Genoa
Giosuè Vezzuto has assumed the role of CEO of RINA Services
HD Hyundai and Kiewit to establish joint venture at new shipyard in the US
Houston/Seoul
The construction of both military and commercial vessels is planned
Konecranes' quarterly port equipment orders decline as revenue increases
Helsinki
Kuehne+Nagel's third quarter was very positive
Schindellegi
Growth in economic and operating results in all business segments
Wildcat's race for US defense: exclusive agreement with historic Fraser shipyard
Superior
The Miami Beach fund's operation is part of the government's plan to relaunch the American shipbuilding industry.
Port of Ancona: First single ZES authorization issued
Ancona
A three million euro investment in yacht construction has been unblocked.
Access to the port of Ravenna is authorized for vessels with a maximum draft of 11.00 meters.
Ravenna
Benevolent: it is a fundamental step for the economic and strategic development of the airport
Port of Genoa extends food inspection authorization to PSA SECH terminal
Genoa
The provision of the Ministry of Health expands the categories of products that can be subjected to control
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On Thursday, the Unione Interporti Riuniti will present the ELODIE project at the Chamber of Deputies.
Rome
The aim is to create a digital federation of interports
ABB reports record orders of $12 billion in the third quarter.
Zurich
Revenues and profits also increased, while the group announced a joint venture with Mitsubishi Electric
In the third quarter of 2026, containers in the port of Barcelona decreased by -9.2%
Barcelona
The decline was driven by a 19.9% reduction in transhipment traffic.
COSCO Shipping Ports terminals set new quarterly container throughput record
Hong Kong
In the period July-September also volumes handled by CMPort
In August, the ports of Western Liguria handled 5.2 million tons of goods (+1.6)
Genoa
In Genoa, an increase of +6.1% was recorded, while Savona-Vado Ligure suffered a decrease of -10.0%.
Raben Italy opens a new warehouse in Pomezia
Milan
The goal is to consolidate the positioning and territorial expansion in road transport
Port of La Spezia signs agreement to develop blue economy and security projects
La Spezia
It was signed by the AdSP and the Foundation of the National Centre of the Underwater Dimension
The Port of Long Beach celebrates new monthly container throughput record
Long Beach
New all-time high also in the July-September quarter
The tender for the partial demolition of the North Pier of the Port of Ancona has been launched.
Ancona
The intervention includes the regularization of the relevant seabeds
HMM invests over $1.6 billion for 12 new container ships
Busan
By 2029, the delivery of eight 13,000 TEU vessels, three 2,800 TEU vessels and one 1,700 TEU vessel
Paolo Pessina confirmed as president of Federagenti
Rome
Unanimous vote of the Federation assembly
Negotiations have begun to renew the single collective bargaining agreement for the shipping industry.
Rome
The parties have agreed on a busy schedule of meetings
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong grew by 15.1% in the third quarter
Hong Kong
In September the increase was +25.0%
Maritime training: Appeal to the Regional Administrative Court (TAR) against the Port Authority's fee hike
Rome
ANIFORMAR, CONFORMAR, and 15 training centers challenge the MIT-MEF decree: increases reach up to 149.3%.
The Spinelli Group has opened a new empty container depot in Novi Ligure.
Genoa
Investment worth 14 million euros
Rhenus integrates its logistics services into a single hub at the Padua Interporto.
Padua
The site will bring together road transport, air and sea freight, warehousing and specialized services
A truck driver dies at the Cagliari canal port.
Cagliari
He would have been crushed by a load of large pipes
Maritime labor, Confitarma is concerned about the uncertainty arising from the Revenue Agency's interpretative stance.
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries plans to expand shipbuilding capacity
Tokyo
The company plans to invest 100 billion yen
Trasportounito: The government is crazy if it thinks the road haulage crisis can be solved on its own.
Rome
Application of the diesel cost adjustment clause urged
Emanuele Grimaldi is the new president of the Malta International Shipowners Association.
Valletta
She takes over from Marily Frangista, who has been leading the association since April 2022.
The fourth edition of Green Logitics Expo kicks off tomorrow morning in Padua.
Padua
It will see the participation of over 300 exhibitors and the holding of 30 conference events
In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports decreased by -1.1%.
Ankara
Volumes to and from Italy grew by +6.2%
Assiterminal, the flexibility of the PRPs should take into account the relevant market in which the ports operate
Genoa
Cetus Maritime plans to list on the Euronext Growth Oslo stock market
Hong Kong
Acquisition of 16 ships in preparation for listing on the stock exchange
On Saturday, a U.S. jet struck a bulk carrier in the Gulf of Oman.
Tampa
Centcom: The ship had attempted to enforce a naval blockade against Iran.
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
Assologistica event to discuss the Mediterranean strategy for Italian competitiveness
Rome
It will be held next October 30th in Naples
On Thursday, the Unione Interporti Riuniti will present the ELODIE project at the Chamber of Deputies.
Rome
The aim is to create a digital federation of interports
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PRESS REVIEW
Cosco Shipping arm readies China IPO to capitalise on global shipbuilding wave
(South China Morning Post)
Rosatom expects cargo traffic along Northern Sea Route to rise 14% in 2026 - CEO
(Interfax)
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FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del Presidente Mario Zanetti
Roma, 27 ottobre 2026
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Ship hit near Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
A bullet started a fire which was later put out
OOCL reports 9.0% growth in vessel-borne volumes in the third quarter
Hong Kong
The increase in the value of maritime freight rates causes a +45.1% increase in revenues
HD Hyundai Marine Solutions to Acquire American Company Goltens Worldwide
Dubai/Seongnam
The company deals with the repair and maintenance of large marine engines and industrial machinery.
UNATRAS to the government: Immediately unblock measures to reduce diesel prices.
Rome
Road transport associations report delays and uncertainties in implementing the May 22 agreement and are calling for an urgent meeting.
Port of Taranto: Gugliotti renews his request to the government for funding for the port's wind farm.
Taranto
The project - he underlined - can neither be scaled down nor postponed.
Attack on a ship in the middle of the Persian Gulf
Southampton
The UKMTO reported that several projectiles caused casualties among the crew members.
Gioia Tauro: Addendum to the updated Port Plan approved
Gioia Tauro
The analysis will allow us to evaluate the Port Agency's employment and staffing needs.
Ships queuing, fuel wasted: how waiting at anchor can save you money.
Copenhagen
The Global Maritime Forum publishes Cargill's test results on 16 real-world voyages. Slowing down and arriving when the berth is free reduces fuel consumption and emissions.
ZIM raises full-year 2026 guidance
Haifa
Adjusted EBITDA and EBIT expected to be $2.7 billion/$3.0 billion and $1.4 billion/$1.7 billion
Gabriele Sangiorgi appointed acting secretary general of the Ravenna Port Authority.
Ravenna
Fabio Maletti's term has expired
Port of Genoa: Messina Terminal workers strike for one hour for a month
Genoa
The company reports that one of the union members did not show up at the last meeting as part of the cooling-off procedure provided for by the National Collective Labour Agreement.
Port of Taranto, agreement to participate in the development of the Valbasento Interporto in Ferrandina.
Matera/Taranto
A logistical-functional masterplan will be developed within 180 days
Attica, the deficit is reduced thanks mainly to capital gains and coverage
Kallithea
First half of the year with fewer crossings and slightly increasing revenues
Since the beginning of the year, passengers and goods on GNV ships have increased by +2% and +5%
Marrakech
Three-year strategic partnership with the Office National Marocain du Tourisme
Filt Cgil, recognize maritime and port work as arduous
Rome
The union is calling for a clear provision to be included in the next budget law.
Escola Europea - Intermodal Transport celebrates its 20th anniversary
Barcelona
A Mediterranean sea voyage between Barcelona, Civitavecchia, Palermo, and Genoa.
Tanker attacked in Hormuz
Southampton
The unit continued its navigation regularly
FS Logistix and Interporto Bologna presented the first Italian experimental DAC train
Assologistica event to discuss the Mediterranean strategy for Italian competitiveness
Rome
It will be held next October 30th in Naples
Sanilog launches a special cancer prevention campaign.
Rome
Three new areas dedicated to the prevention of head and neck and oral cavity cancers and the assessment of vascular risk
Contract awarded for dredging and completion of the electrification of the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro.
Gioia Tauro
They will be carried out respectively by Dravo and RTI Saet-Suardi
Student Naval Architect Award Awarded in Genoa
Genoa
The d'Amico Group and the Royal Institution of Naval Architects recognize excellence in naval engineering.
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