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Exim India web site
MAY 7, 2026
  • National ship repair ecosystem gets major boost with Cabinet approving state-of-art facility at Vadinar
  • JN Port handles 15.5 pc more container traffic yoy in April
  • US pauses Op Project Freedom to guide ships via Hormuz
  • Middle East disruption impacting automotive shippers: Analysis
  • 'Suspension of "Project Freedom" a surprise'
  • India's defence exports have grown 25 times since FY2017
  • Iran enforces strict coordination protocol for Hormuz transit
  • Great Nicobar Project seeks to balance port-led growth with calibrated environmental safeguards
  • Capt. Chandran Durai Daniel takes charge as Director (Bulk Carriers & Tankers) at SCI
  • CONCOR encouraging development and operation of Bulk Cargo Terminals at its facilities
  • You Ask We Answer
  • DPA, GH2 Solar ink landmark MoU for liquid green hydrogen export
  • Adani Logistics introduces new domestic dwarf containers
  • Karaikal Port declares new maximum permissible drafts
  • India streamlines FDI approvals with 12-week timeline

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International Transport Journal web site
MAY 6, 2026
  • Lars Wingefors founds W. Aviation AB
  • proLogistik Group expands perspective
  • Rocsys presents "S2" charging solution
  • MIA becomes busiest cargo airport in the USA
  • BEISL completes PwC audit reports 2025
  • Qatar Airways Cargo introduces new pharmaceutical product
  • Silk Way West Airlines celebrates anniversary in Japan
  • Garbe Industrial leases logistics space to Takko
  • Alha Group takes over cargo handling for Alaska Airlines
  • German Customs Inspects Undeclared Work in Package Logistics
  • Rob Jacquet leads SAL in America
  • Guy Platten Appointed New Chairman of the Mission to Seafarers
  • Wastnage becomes partner at Tatham & Co
  • Amazon invests in France

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The Loadstar web site
MAY 6, 2026
  • Avoid cheap spot rates as liner capacity tightens, shippers warned
  • Middle East conflict sees shippers face soaring costs and weakening demand
  • Bunker surcharges driving intra-Asia rates up, even as demand falls
  • Your next data centre - what about a retired car carrier?
  • Market shifting as more containers are shipped back to China
  • STG nears bankruptcy exit, but the 'intermodal math' that broke it hasn't changed
  • 'Anchorage a mess': airlines look elsewhere as Canada pitches transpac role
  • FedEx paid nearly $470m to learn this lesson...
  • Fuel costs reshape Europe's road freight as contract-spot split widens

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Marine Log web site
MAY 6, 2026
  • VIDEO: Baleària's Mercedes Pinto reaches 38 knots on trials
    Mercedes Pinto, the third 123-meter dual-fuel RoPax fast ferry designed by Incat Crowther for Spanish operator Baleària, has been tested successfully on sea trials. Built by Astilleros Armon in Gijon, Spain, the
  • Trump pauses Project Freedom, Iran presses ahead on toll collection
    Citing "great progress" in negotiations with Iran, President Trump said yesterday that, while, the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports will continue, the Project Freedom initiative to escort ships through the Strait of
  • Kongsberg Maritime wins contract to supply OPC propulsion systems
    Austal USA has awarded Kongsberg Maritime a contract to supply its Promas propulsion systems to the next four ships in the U.S, Coast Guard's Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC) Heritage Class program. The
  • APC completes first application on ATB conversion
    Ohio headquartered manufacturer Advanced Polymer Coatings (APC) has completed the first ever application of its MarineLINE coating system on a Jones Act vessel in a U.S. yard. The project was the first
  • Matson marks two milestones in $1BN fleet renewal program
    Honolulu-headquartered Matson, Inc. (NYSE: MATX) has marked two milestones in its fleet renewal program at Hanwha Philly Shipyard: the start of hull assembly on the second of three new LNG-fueled Aloha Class

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Container News web site
MAY 6, 2026
  • Konecranes wins overhead crane order for PT Tata Metal facility in Indonesia
    Konecranes has secured an order to supply nine overhead cranes to PT Tata Metal Lestari for its facility in Sadang, West Java. The order was placed in February 2026, with deliveries and installation scheduled for the third quarter of 2026. Cranes to support production and warehouse operations The order includes: Two 30-ton Konecranes CXT overhead cranes One 16-ton CXT overhead crane One 12-ton CX
  • Freightos Weekly Update: Asia-Europe container rates slide, transpac more buoyant
    A newly-launched US operation to facilitate vessel transits out of the Gulf is leading to increased tension and some renewal of fighting in the Middle East. US support, including by navy vessels, succeeded in getting two US-flagged ships through the Strait of Hormuz early this week, but Iranian attacks on both the commercial and naval vessels, the US response which sank several Iranian boats, and
  • FedEx and ServiceNow expand AI partnership for supply chain automation
    FedEx and ServiceNow have expanded their strategic collaboration to develop new AI-powered supply chain and procurement solutions aimed at improving visibility, workflow automation, and disruption management across global logistics networks. Announced during ServiceNow's Knowledge 2026 event in Las Vegas, the partnership integrates logistics intelligence from FedEx Dataworks directly into Service
  • Greek merchant fleet shows growth in vessel numbers
    Hellenic Statistical Authority ( ELSTAT ) reported that the Greek merchant fleet (vessels of 100 gross tonnage and above) totalled 1,870 ships in February 2026, compared with 1,836 in February 2025 and 1,820 in February 2024. Total gross tonnage reached 35,015,863 GT in February 2026, against 35,617,513 GT a year earlier and 36,405,176 GT in February 2024. By vessel category, cargo ships stood at
  • Kongsberg Maritime reports strong Q1 2026
    Kongsberg Maritime reported solid first-quarter 2026 results in its first earnings release as an independent publicly listed company following its separation from KONGSBERG in April. Strong order intake and backlog The company reported: Order intake of NOK 7.5 billion Revenue of NOK 6.6 billion EBITDA of NOK 893 million EBITDA margin of 13.4% Order backlog of NOK 27.9 billion Kongsberg Maritime a
  • Cargo vessel sinks in Aegean Sea
    A cargo vessel carrying approximately 8,000 metric tonnes of soda, sank in the Aegean Sea after running aground in a rocky area north of Andros, according to local sources. The vessel was sailing from Albania to Ukraine when it reportedly suffered severe damage after striking rocks, leading to its eventual sinking. A total of nine crew members were on board, including eight Turkish nationals and
  • Matson reaches new milestones in vessel construction program
    Matson Inc. has marked two new milestones in its fleet renewal programme with the start of hull assembly for the second of its three LNG-powered Aloha Class containerships and the beginning of construction work on the third vessel. The developments took place at Hanwha Philly Shipyard in Pennsylvania, where a ceremony was held to mark the dock mounting of the first grand block assembly for the se
  • Eimskip reports Q1 2026 financial results
    Eimskip reported revenue of EUR 191.7 million for the first quarter of 2026, compared with EUR 201.3 million in the same period last year. The company said business performance varied across segments during what it described as a challenging quarter, although it also pointed to early signs of operational improvement. Volume in Eimskip's sailing system declined by 4.5% during the quarter, while re
  • How CMA CGM and the UAE are turning IMEC into operational reality
    Beneath the diplomatic architecture of the India-Middle East-Europe Corridor, a French carrier and an Abu Dhabi port giant are quietly building the commercial infrastructure that could make it function terminal by terminal, rail link by rail link, shipyard order by shipyard order
  • US and Iran near memorandum on Strait of Hormuz
    The United States and Iran are reportedly close to reaching a preliminary memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the conflict in the region and establishing a framework for broader nuclear negotiations, according to Axios , as reported by Al Arabiya . The report, citing US officials and sources familiar with the discussions, said Washington expects Tehran to respond within the next 48 hours
  • DP World announces export service fee at UK ports
    DP World has announced the introduction of an Export Service Fee (ESF) at its London Gateway and Southampton terminals in the UK. The new charge will take effect from July 1, 2026, and will apply to all export laden containers handled at both ports. Under the revised schedule, the Export Service Fee has been set at GBP 5.00 per container for exports moving through London Gateway and Port of South
  • Rival takeover bid disrupts ZIM's planned merger with Hapag-Lloyd
    A high-stakes corporate battle has erupted over the future of Israel's national shipping carrier, ZIM Integrated Shipping Services . Just days after ZIM shareholders voted overwhelmingly to approve a $4.2 billion merger with German giant Hapag-Lloyd , a rival Israeli investment group has submitted a superior counter-offer. Zim shareholders approve $4.2 billion sale to Hapag-Lloyd The $4.5 Billion
  • CMA CGM container ship hit in Strait of Hormuz, crew injured
    CMA CGM said one of its container ships was attacked while transiting the Strait of Hormuz , injuring crew members and damaging the vessel amid escalating maritime tensions linked to the Middle East conflict. According to Reuters, the vessel involved was the CMA CGM San Antonio, which the company said was targeted on Tuesday while navigating the strategic waterway. CMA CGM confirmed that injured
  • Hai An takes delivery of container vessel GREEN TIME
    Hai An Green Shipping Lines has officially taken delivery of the container vessel M/V GREEN TIME, further expanding its fleet capacity and strengthening its long-term fleet development strategy. The delivery and acceptance protocol for the vessel, formerly named M/V Hammonia Baltica, was signed on May 5, 2026, between representatives of Hai An Green Shipping Lines and German partner MS BALTICA OS
  • Explainer: The decade that bent the map
    Global seaborne trade now travels 10% farther than it did in 2020. Behind that number lies six years of compounding geopolitical failure and a shipping industry paid handsomely to go the long way round
  • Trump pauses Strait of Hormuz escort operation amid Iran deal push
    U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States is pausing its naval escort mission in the Strait of Hormuz as part of efforts to reach an agreement with Iran to end the ongoing Middle East conflict, according to Al Arabiya English . "Project Freedom" temporarily halted Trump announced on Truth Social that the U.S. would suspend "Project Freedom," the military operation launched earlier this w
  • Savino Del Bene acquires three Spanish Companies from Grupo Marítima Sureste
    Italian logistics group Savino Del Bene has strengthened its Iberian footprint through the acquisition of three companies from Grupo Marítima Sureste, all based in the Murcia-Almeria-Algeciras corridor of southern Spain. The deal covers Marítima Sureste Shipping, a freight forwarding company operating from a main logistics hub of over 50,000 square metres in El Estrecho, with more than 10,000 squ
  • AD Ports, CMA CGM expand inland logistics network across UAE
    AD Ports Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with CMA CGM Group and CMA Terminals Khalifa Port to expand inland logistics connectivity and strengthen cargo flows across the UAE and the wider region. Extending reach beyond the port The agreement focuses on integrating maritime and inland logistics by leveraging AD Ports' rail-linked intermodal network , including: Inland container
  • Pepco expands DHL partnership to boost European distribution network
    Pepco Group has expanded its strategic partnership with DHL Supply Chain to strengthen distribution reliability, delivery speed, and supply chain scalability across Europe . DHL takes over five key distribution centers Under the expanded agreement, DHL Supply Chain will manage five major Pepco distribution hubs across Central and Eastern Europe: Sosnowiec and Rawa Mazowiecka (Poland) Gyál (Hungar
  • Rhenus expands road freight network in Asia-Pacific amid rising demand
    Rhenus Group is accelerating its road freight expansion across Asia-Pacific , targeting growing demand for fast, flexible, and resilient inland transport solutions in the region. Expansion focused on cross-border trucking The company is strengthening: Southeast Asia cross-border trucking networks Key corridors between Greater China and Southeast Asia Integration of road freight with air and ocean
  • Port of Brunswick the busiest auto terminal
    The Port of Brunswick has maintained its position as the busiest automobile port in the United States for the second year running, handling 779,000 vehicle units and more than 53,000 units of heavy machinery in 2025, with 731 ship calls recorded during the calendar year. The result was announced at the Georgia International Trade Conference, where state and port officials outlined an ambitious in
  • Port of Oakland retains strong credit ratings from Standard and Poor's
    Standard and Poor's Global Ratings has reaffirmed its credit ratings for the Port of Oakland, assigning an A+ rating to senior-lien bonds and an A rating to intermediate-lien bonds, both with a stable outlook. The ratings reflect the port's diversified revenue base, disciplined financial management and consistent operational performance across its business lines. S&P highlighted the port's varied

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Splash web site
MAY 6, 2026
  • Global Maritime Forum refreshes board with ING, Navigator executives
    The Global Maritime Forum has reshaped its board, bringing in fresh voices from shipping and finance while long-serving members step down after reaching term limits. Stephen Fewster, global lead for shipping finance at ING Bank, and Mads Peter Zacho, chief executive of Navigator Holdings, have been appointed as new board members. The changes come as ...
  • Stainless Tankers reshuffles top management
    Oslo-listed Stainless Tankers is reshaping its leadership, with a change at both board and executive level as the Tufton-backed owner prepares for its next phase. Chairman Ted Kalborg will step down from the board, with the company proposing that current chief executive Andrew Hampson takes over the role, subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming ...
  • OOCL challenges FMC court system after $45m ruling
    Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) has launched a legal challenge against the Federal Maritime Commission, arguing the regulator's in-house adjudication process is unconstitutional following a $45m ruling against the liner operator. In a filing submitted to a federal court in Texas on Tuesday, OOCL asked the court to halt ongoing FMC administrative proceedings and vacate ...
  • GMS breaks into Africa and Latin America with twin contract wins
    UAE-based offshore support vessel owner Gulf Marine Services has secured two contracts that take it into Africa and Latin America for the first time, while also opening up a new line of business in third-party vessel management. The London-listed company said one of the awards covers the deployment of a newly acquired liftboat on a ...
  • DOF locks in $2bn Petrobras deal for four newbuild vessels
    Norwegian offshore vessel owner DOF has secured a major long-term win in Brazil, landing 12-year charter and services contracts for four newbuild ROV support vessels tied to deepwater work for Petrobras. The contracts, awarded after a competitive tender process, will see the vessels deployed on subsea inspection, maintenance and repair (IMR) campaigns, with operations expected ...
  • Bunker supplier TFG Marine links financing to digital delivery records
    TFG Marine, Trafigura's bunker fuel supply business with John Fredriksen's Frontline and Alex Saverys-led CMB.TECH has secured a working capital facility of up to $300m from DBS Bank, boosting liquidity as it scales up operations and pushes further into digitalised fuel supply. The financing is aimed at supporting day-to-day trading activity and bunker deliveries, with ...
  • Hormuz toll authority goes live
    The Trump administration's Project Freedom operation to guide stranded vessels out of the Persian Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz has been suspended after just two days, as Iran pressed ahead with attacks on commercial shipping and unveiled a formal toll collection authority for the waterway. President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday evening that the ...
  • Prokopiou family-linked Beacon Tankers emerges with suezmax newbuild play at Hengli
    The Prokopiou family is stepping further into the tanker market with the launch of a new company that has wasted little time securing its first newbuilding slots in China. New entrant Beacon Tankers Management has signed for two firm 158,000 dwt suezmax tankers at Hengli Heavy Industries, with options for two more vessels. Details around ...
  • German owner Oltmann revealed behind quartet of 10,010 teu newbuildings at HJSC
    Bremen-based D. Oltmann Reederei has been identified as the European owner behind four 10,010 teu container ship orders placed at Korea's HJ Shipbuilding and Construction, according to Alphaliner. The low-profile German non-operating owner placed the orders in two pairs, in February and April respectively, with all four vessels scheduled for delivery in 2028 at two-monthly ...
  • Rheinmetall confirms it is working with MSC to take over Romania's largest shipyard
    German automotive and arms manufacturer Rheinmetall has revealed it is working with Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC) to take over the bankrupt Romanian shipyard Mangalia. The two companies are looking at using the yard - one of Europe's largest - for both military and commercial shipbuilding. Rheinmetall recently acquired the shipyards belonging to the Lürssen Group, ...
  • Japanese owners cash in as aframax prices hit record highs
    Nissen Kaiun is capitalising on surging tanker asset values, offloading modern eco aframaxes at levels rarely seen before. The most talked-about sale in this weekend's broker reports has been the 2018 Tsuneishi-built Pusaka Borneo, a 109,000 dwt, scrubber-fitted vessel. VesselsValue notes the ship fetched $76.5m in the end - the highest price ever recorded for ...
  • Ship recycling's ambition problem
    Defending today's demolition model may be pragmatic, but it risks locking the industry into a compromise it was never meant to keep, argues Captain Soumitro Roy from the Elegant Exit Company. Dr Anand Hiremath is right about one thing: South Asia has ship recycling capacity, and it is improving. But capacity is not the same as ...

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Lloyd's List web site
MAY 6, 2026
  • Hormuz crisis slashes VLCC volumes by 36% but voyages are longer
    Financial markets are being driven by rumours of peace plans. VLCC freight markets are being driven by physical realities: the...
  • P&I club profitability will improve despite Hormuz exposure, says Standard & Poor's
    Ratings agency believes insurance industry outlook remains solid for immediate future
  • China's blocking order leaves shipping, oil and banking compliance teams navigating 'Odyssean dilemma'
    With the Middle East crisis tightening the sanctions noose on Iran's oil buyers, China fires back by activating its own...
  • Norden reports mixed first quarter as Middle East weighs on bulkers
    Norden warns prolonged Middle East disruption could eventually weigh on tanker rates as supply adjusts and reduced oil availability dampens...
  • Iran pushes ahead with Hormuz toll 'authority' amid reports of US-Iran deal
    Iran has created a new Persian Gulf Strait Authority to approve ship transits and collect tolls in the Strait of...
  • Vehicle shipping demand holds firm despite rising costs and geopolitics, says Wallenius Wilhelmsen
    Middle East volumes provide no more than 3% of revenue for Wallenius Wilhelmsen, but a sharp hit is expected from...
  • Tankers hit by issues after bunkering shale-blended fuel in Singapore amid Hormuz price surge
    The crisis in Hormuz has forced bunker fuel sellers to blend bunkers with other components to mitigate rising costs. Shipowners...
  • The Daily View: Rhetoric vs reality
  • Middle East port update: Wednesday, May 6
    In Oman, Qalhat LNG terminal, Sur and Mina al Fahal, Muscat: ISPS Level 2. All other ports: ISPS Level 1
  • Project Freedom paused as shipping industry left guessing
    Trump pauses Project Freedom one day after launch, leaving Hormuz's reopening in limbo as passage rights become Tehran's bargaining chip
  • Daily Briefing
    Shipping unconvinced by US 'Project Freedom' as Hormuz remains closed | Atlantic basin product tanker rates still lofty but falling...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
MAY 6, 2026
  • VPA veteran McCoy tapped as CEO of Port of Virginia
    Sarah McCoy, who recently led the renegotiation of the lease for the Virginia International Gateway terminal, will lead the sixth-largest port in the US by volume.
  • Tacoma ILWU local attempting to block Husky technology effort
    Local 23 says marine clerk jobs will be eliminated if Husky Terminal uses container-tracking technology within the terminal yard, despite the fact its use has been widespread at West Coast terminals for decades without jobs being lost.
  • US onshore wind halt deals latest blow for project cargo
    The crackdown on more than 150 onshore wind farms marks the latest push by the Trump administration to dismantle the US wind industry.
  • Amazon's 3PL foray: marketing ploy or existential threat to 3PLs?
    Logistics and transportation veterans decried Amazon's announcement this week that it is offering bundled supply chain services as merely a repackaging of current capabilities; others weren't as quick to dismiss it.
  • Indian westbound rates under pressure amid demand uncertainty, overcapacity
    Rates to the US East Coast and Europe are down by as much as $500 per FEU in recent weeks as ocean carriers look to lift volumes that softened in April.
  • Ongoing Hormuz closure could expand bunker wait times globally: analyst
    The 14-day lead time now in place at Asian hubs would become a "global standard" for vessels seeking bunker fuel should the key waterway remain closed for another month, says S&P Global's Fotios Katsoulas.

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TradeWinds web site
MAY 6, 2026
  • Odfjell earnings fall lower than expectation, four ships remain bottled in Gulf
    Chemical tanker owner and operator says conflict has increased ballasting and costs
  • Middle East crisis set to lift Navigator Gas profits
    New York-listed company had no ships in the Middle East Gulf during the first quarter of 2026
  • 'We can act': Trump's FMC chair threatens to create penalties for Net-Zero Framework tax
    Section 19 of Jones Act empowers sanctions and other penalties
  • Oil markets celebrate US-Iran peace possibilities, but tanker markets fail to respond
    Tankers are trending down short-term and even a fast peace process still leaves lag time for vessels
  • Gunvor signs up for long-term LNG from Delfin Midstream's US FLNG project
    But final investment decision on development still awaited
  • CMB.Tech linked to sale of suezmax tanker at firm price
    Brokers suggest company's string of disposals has continued with deal for 2011-built vessel
  • Norden boss fears prolonged Strait of Hormuz disruption
    Danish bulker and tanker owner-operator has seven chartered vessels inside Persian Gulf
  • Indonesia says it won't block Iranian VLCCs from sailing through Lombok Strait
    VLCC pair, the Huge and Derya, have completed the transit, making them the first Iranian tankers to arrive in Asia since 24 April
  • Weaker domestic trade sees Matson quarterly profit fall by one-fifth
    Impact of Iran war on recovery of fuel costs to be felt in second quarter, CEO says
  • Adnoc slips second laden LNG carrier through Strait of Hormuz
    Abu Dhabi producer's veteran vessel turns up off Indonesia
  • Baltic capesize index roars past 5,000 points as Atlantic sets the tone
    Strength of key benchmark shows structural 'morphing' in market, according to brokers
  • Weaker domestic trade sees Matson quarterly profit fall by a fifth
    Impact of Iran war on recovery of fuel costs to be felt in second quarter, says CEO
  • Teekay Tankers lining up big price for 17-year-old suezmax
    Canadian owner said to have agreed to an offload deal for another older ship
  • Trafigura, Frontline and CMB.Tech secure $300m to help digitalise bunker trading
    TFG Marine venture taps DBS Bank to boost working capital for new project
  • Why fewer 'fortune hunters' are likely to emerge in the Middle East container market
    Higher costs and strategic concerns will leave the Middle East container market dominated by fewer, stronger players
  • Exmar newbuilding bunkered with green ammonia for gas trials
    Clean fuel produced in Inner Mongolia delivered to South Korea for first-of-its-kind operation
  • I went to a dry cargo conference and end up talking about fuel the whole time
    Dry cargo shipping is grappling with an ever-riskier commercial environment, as the Geneva Dry conference heard
  • Charterers swoop on Capital and TMS Cardiff Gas LNG newbuildings
    Multi-month fixtures surge as market uncertainty rolls on and Asia starts to draw in cargoes
  • XPress Feeders signs deal to secure bio-methanol supply for dual-fuelled vessels
    Contract with clean energy producer PuriFire Energy helps plug a key concern for shipowners
  • Duty-free tycoon lodges higher bid for container line Zim
    Hapag-Lloyd and FIMI said to have a binding deal in place for $300m less than Haim Sakal-led proposal
  • New Procopiou family venture places debut tanker newbuilding order
    Eliza Procopiou and Nicolas Chrissakis are said to be behind Beacon Tankers Management
  • Maersk profit guidance in spotlight amid Middle East disruptions
    DNB and Fearnleys have sell ratings ahead of tomorrow's earnings report
  • Stainless Tankers rejigs management as part of Tufton succession plan
    Chemical tanker owner brings in Nicolas Tirogalas as CEO
  • MSC and Rheinmetall team up to bid for bankrupt Romanian shipyard
    Plan is to develop Mangalia shipyard into a 'major European hub for shipbuilding'
  • Iran launches 'Persian Gulf Strait Authority' to collect vessel tolls
    New mechanism aims to govern transits through Strait of Hormuz
  • China presses Iran on Strait of Hormuz reopening as Beijing slams 'illegal war'
    Beijing says global concern over safe navigation through strategic waterway is growing
  • Swedish Club plots US growth after banking record results
    Gothenburg-based insurer reports best-ever annual figures led by strong investment returns
  • CMA CGM ship hit off Iran as Trump stops 'Project Freedom'
    Injured seafarers are evacuated from the 2,824-teu San Antonio (built 2005) after a suspected missile hit
  • Wallenius Wilhelmsen cuts profit guidance as bunker and charter-in costs hit profit
    Stock drops in Oslo as first quarter report misses expectations
  • Turkish ship sinks after hitting rocks close to Greek Aegean island
    Measures underway to prevent possible pollution from 44-year-old vessel
  • Scorpio Tankers ship revealed as second US-flagged vessel to exit Hormuz
    CS Anthem is operated by Crowley in US government programme
  • John Fredriksen-backed DOF seals $2bn Petrobras newbuilding and charter deal
    Norwegian owner finds work for four new support ships in Brazil
  • Norden profit falls as Iran war drags down bulker business
    Near-term outlook remains highly uncertain, CEO says
  • 'French' vessel hit off Iran as Trump stops 'Project Freedom'
    CMA CGM ship named as the victim in the latest Strait of Hormuz incident
  • Kongsberg Maritime charts Iran war impact on operations
    Maritime supplier tips continued newbuilding growth
  • DHT nails down huge term rates for two VLCCs as profit more than trebles
    US-listed tanker owner says end-users seeking to secure ship capacity
  • Norwegian credit fund buys SFL bonds in shipping bet
    Borea Hoyrente also holds Navios Maritime Partners and Ocean Yield
  • Bulker auction bonanza ahead as CDB Financial Leasing offloads four ultramaxes
    But the leasing house wants potential suitors to buy the ships in pairs
  • Indonesia says it won't block Iranian VLCCs from sailing through Lombok Strait
    VLCC pair, the Huge and Derya, have completed the transit, making them the first Iranian tankers to arrive in Asia since 24 April
  • Sincere Navigation dives into the MR tanker sector with South Korean vessel buy
    Taiwanese company has bought the ship from SK Shipping for less than its current market value as estimated by brokers
  • Trump pauses 'tremendous military success' Hormuz escort amid Iran deal talks
    US keeps Iranian ports blockade while suspending temporary shipping guidance mission
  • OSG chief executive says Jones Act waivers chip away at cabotage 'ecosystem' with no benefit to consumers
    Sam Norton argues foreign competitors gain unfair advantage
  • Why seafarers are now the frontline against marine pollution
    Eyesea grows from plastic mapper to full ocean pollution tracker
  • American Steel: The alliance builders who sparked Washington's China port fees are now turning to Congress
    In this week's newsletter, we talk to the head of the new USA Shipbuilding Coalition as the group launches an advertising campaign to take its message to the American people. We also explore a Pacific Carriers tanker movement that would have required the Jones Act before Trump's waiver of the cabotage law, Washington's position at the International Maritime Organization decarbonisation discussions

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FreightWaves web site
MAY 6, 2026
  • Request to block non-domiciled CDL rule denied; case heads to court
    A request by two separate plaintiffs for a court to stay the enforcement of the federal government's rule governing issuance of CDLs to most non-domiciled drivers has been denied. The request came from two separate groups of plaintiffs. One is Martin Luther King County in Washington state, more colloquially known as King County, home of Seattle. That was filed in March in the U.S. Court of Appeal
  • DHL distances itself from historic Deutsche Post name
    DHL shareholders on Tuesday approved a proposal to discard the company's legacy legal name, Deutsche Post, and a corporate restructuring of the Post & Parcel Germany unit, which will be rebranded as Deutsche Post AG. Deutsche Post acquired U.S. logistics company DHL ( XETRA: DHL ) in 2002 after the German postal operator, previously known as Bundepost, was gradually privatized during the 1990s. T
  • McLane and Aurora launch autonomous hauls in Texas as Volvo route reaches Oklahoma City
    Aurora Innovation and McLane Company announced Wednesday that they have moved from supervised pilot runs to fully driverless commercial hauls on Texas highways. The move follows a three-year pilot that logged over 280,000 autonomous miles and delivered 1,400 loads with 100 percent on-time performance. It also positions one of the nation's largest private fleets to reshape how perishable food reac
  • Trimble sees freight recovery signs as AI tools fuel Q1 beat
    Trimble Inc. reported stronger-than-expected first-quarter earnings Wednesday, fueled by double-digit revenue growth, expanding margins and continued momentum in its transportation and construction software businesses. The software and industrial tech giant posted first-quarter revenue of $939.9 million, up 12% year over year, while adjusted earnings per share came in at 79 cents. Adjusted EBITDA
  • After a long gap, Uber Freight's revenue turns higher from year earlier
    Uber Freight reported its financial performance on the basis of operating income rather than EBITDA for the first time, but the negative numbers came as revenue turned up after a long stretch of lower numbers. The operating loss for the first quarter at the company known primarily as a digital broker was $30 million. While this quarter was the first time where Uber's three segments-Mobility, Deli
  • U.S. rail freight stronger across the board
    Freight traffic on U.S. railroads posted a breakout week, the Association of American Railroads reported, as intermodal joined a rally to stay ahead of year-ago levels. Total traffic for the week ending May 2 was 518,773 carloads and intermodal units, better by 3.9% compared to the same week in 2025. Commodities came to 235,049 carloads, up 4%, while intermodal volume was 283,724 containers and t
  • Lineage says cold storage market working through oversupply
    Lineage executives said Wednesday that the temperature-controlled warehouse market is stabilizing after experiencing an oversupply prompted by the pandemic. The Novi, Michigan-based company said its customers' food inventories have returned to more normal, albeit leaner, levels. Lineage ( NASDAQ: LINE ) reported a net loss of $51 million for the first quarter on Wednesday before the market opened
  • GXO raises 2026 outlook, dismisses Amazon logistics threat
    GXO Logistics reported stronger-than-expected first-quarter earnings Tuesday, driven by growth in aerospace, defense and technology logistics contracts, while executives pushed back against concerns that Amazon's newly expanded supply chain services could threaten the company's business model. The contract logistics provider reported first-quarter revenue of $3.3 billion, up 10.8% year over year,
  • New Georgia inland port poised to take 26,000 truckloads off the road
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The maritime sector is divided between cautious support and criticism over the EU ETS review.
Brussels/Washington/
Copenhagen/Piraeus/Rotterdam
Yet another attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
A tanker was hit and abandoned by the crew.
ECSA considers the proposed revision of the EU ETS to be a first step, but many others should follow.
Brussels
Raptis: It's a good idea to allocate system revenues at EU and national levels to support sustainable fuels.
ESPO: No to lowering the EU ETS application threshold from 5,000 to 400 GRT vessels.
Brussels
Appreciation for measures aimed at reducing evasive ship calls
T&E welcomes some new proposals from Brussels for the EU maritime ETS
Brussels
The association is more critical of the measures studied by the EU Commission for the aviation sector
For Assarmatori, the Commission's proposal on the EU ETS is timid, while more courageous measures were expected
Brussels
EU Maritime ETS: The European Commission partially accepts shipowners' requests.
Brussels
A new €110 million fund for clean fuels, non-permanent exemptions extended to 2035, an IMO deduction mechanism, and crackdowns on "evasive" transshipment ports.
Another ship was hit by a shell in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton/Tampa
US Marines conducted an inspection aboard a sanctioned oil tanker
Port of Gioia Tauro: First connection of a large container ship to the cold ironing system
Gioia Tauro
The ship "MSC Mirja" powered with a total power of approximately seven MW
In the second quarter of 2026, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2%.
Antwerp
Dry bulk volumes recovered and rolling stock increased. Other sectors declined.
COSCO Shipping Ports sets new quarterly and half-year container traffic records
Hong Kong
US forces struck the VLCC Belma sailing towards Iran's Kharg Island.
Tampa
It is operated by the Emirati Max Maritime Solutions which is subject to US sanctions
In May, freight traffic in the port of Genoa was stable, while in Savona-Vado it decreased
Genoa
In the first five months of 2026, containers amounted to 1,199,914 TEUs (-2.8%), of which 999,228 (-1.4%) and 200,686 (-9.2%) were handled by the two ports respectively.
Turkey's GIH acquires Royal Caribbean's stakes in Kusadasi and Lisbon cruise terminals
Istanbul
Shareholdings rose to 99.99% and 60% respectively
In the first half of the year, Russian ports handled 451.5 million tons of cargo (+5.8%)
St. Petersburg
Record traffic in the second quarter
Trump backtracks on 20% tax on ships passing through Hormuz under US protection
Trump backtracks on 20% tax on ships passing through Hormuz under US protection
Washington/Southampton/Rotterdam
Meanwhile, another tanker, the "Stolt Magnesium", was hit by a missile near Oman
European shipowners call for permanent derogations from the EU maritime ETS after 2030
Brussels
Exemptions for connections with islands and outermost regions, for polar class vessels, for transnational public service obligations and for search and rescue activities
The rail sector is calling for recognition of its contribution to decarbonisation in the EU ETS review.
Brussels
Two VLCCs operated by the UAE's ADNOC were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz.
Abu Dhabi/Tampa
US Central Command announces reinstatement of blockade on maritime traffic in and out of Iranian ports
Trump announces a tax on goods passing through the Strait of Hormuz protected by the US
Washington/Portsmouth
Expected to be equal to 20% of the value of the transported loads
Six-monthly vessel traffic in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore increased by +3.7%
Port Klang
In the second quarter of this year alone, a decrease of -0.5% was recorded
In May, naval traffic in the Suez Canal increased by +15.0%
Cairo
In the first five months of 2026, 5,696 ships passed through the port (+12.7%)
OOCL records sharp increase in containers carried by its fleet
Hong Kong
In the April-June quarter, revenues generated by this activity grew by +19.8%
Strait of Hormuz, a container ship was attacked near the coast of Oman
Muscat/Portsmouth/New Delhi/Tampa
Fire on board. One crew member missing. 23 other sailors rescued.
At the port of Marseille-Fos, general cargo traffic is increasing while bulk cargo is decreasing.
Marseille
In the first half of 2026, cruise passengers increased by +5%
The Swedish government is calling for the EU maritime ETS to be extended to more vessels.
Stockholm
Stockholm stresses the need for the ETS to remain a pillar of EU climate policy
Assiterminal will bring the issues of concession fees, investments and intermodality to the attention of politicians.
Genoa
Proposal to grant a concession fee discount to terminals that increase rail traffic
Pirate attacks on ships continue to decline
London
In the first half of this year, 38 accidents occurred compared to 90 in the first six months of 2025.
There are still six thousand sailors trapped in the Strait of Hormuz region
London
Dominguez (IMO): I remain confident that the evacuation plan can be resumed
A study highlights the significant costs and counterproductive effects of the application of the EU ETS to maritime connections with western Sicily
Palermo
For the Naples-Palermo and Genoa-Palermo routes the annual cost varies between 2.9 million and 19.9 million euros.
Fincantieri to build third ultra-luxury cruise ship for Four Seasons Yachts
Trieste
The unit will be built in the Ancona plant and will be delivered in 2031
Fermerci urges the search for resources to support rail freight transport.
Rome
Paper: from the remodulation of the PNRR we expect that resources will finally be allocated to compensate for the damages that operators are suffering
Another tanker hit by a drone in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
The device caused limited structural damage
New attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
A tanker was hit by a shell which started a fire
Evergreen founder's son investigated for insider trading
Taipei
He was released on bail today
ECSA: Shipping receives a cut of its EU maritime ETS payments.
Brussels
Italy, ranked third in Europe, earns €669-787 million. Only France and Estonia allocate a specific portion of this revenue to the maritime sector.
Fincantieri acquires Next Geosolutions, WSense, Graal Tech, and Defcomm to develop the underwater segment
Trieste
The first phase of operations involves an outlay of approximately 600 million euros
A new attack on a ship in the Red Sea raises alarm over a possible resumption of Houthi actions.
Portsmouth
The accident occurred 30 nautical miles southwest of the port of Hodeidah
The Regional Administrative Court (TAR) has accepted the appeal for the annulment of the environmental impact assessment decree for the Fiumicino tourist and cruise port.
Rome
The project - explains the ruling - although speaking of a "prevalent" recreational function, actually foresees a very significant cruise component.
Transport & Environment calls for the introduction of national cruise taxes and further EU measures to mitigate their impact
Brussels
Assiterminal's proposals for amending the Ports Bill focus on port work
Genoa
According to the association, the distinction between port operations and services must be overcome
Assologistica and Assoporti also request changes to Porti d'Italia Spa.
Rome
Both associations highlight the central role of the Port System Authorities
Peruvian judiciary rules that COSCO's private port of Chancay must be subject to public oversight
File
The corrections proposed by Confitarma, ANCI, the Port Authorities and the Italian Competition Authority (AGCM) to the port governance reform
Rome
AP Møller Holding to acquire Norwegian ship leasing company Ocean Yield
Copenhagen/London/Oslo
Holds interests in a fleet of more than 70 cargo vessels
CMA CGM to Invest $1.4 Billion to Buy FedEx Supply Chain
Memphis/Marseille
The American company has nearly 10,000 employees
Brittany Ferries announces plan to scale back operations
Roscoff
The company reports that the difficulties caused by the Covid pandemic and unfair competition have been compounded by the effects of the EU ETS.
ITF and JNG agree to maintain the designation of the Strait of Hormuz as a Warlike Operations Area until July 9
London
It provides seafarers with greater protection and more adequate compensation
Assiterminal highlights the difficulty of placing Porti d'Italia, as proposed by the government, within the Italian port system and within Community law.
Rome
Cargo traffic at Chinese seaports fell by -0.4% in May
Beijing
Containers amounted to 27.5 million TEUs (+2.9%)
The administrative process for the new Port Master Plan for Augusta has begun.
Augusta
TiL (MSC Group) acquires 49% stake in Indian port of Vizhinjam
Mumbai
The stake was sold by Adani Ports for $1.4 billion
Hanseatic Global Terminals (Hapag-Lloyd Group) to acquire 20% of Eurogate Container Terminal Hamburg
Hamburg
The German shipping group will also increase its stake in the Moroccan Tanger Alliance
La Spezia is among the Italian ports that are most increasing their connections to container shipping lines.
Geneva
Among the other main national airports, Vado Ligure and Ravenna are losing connections
Spanish shipowners call for EU maritime ETS revenues to be reinvested in shipping
Madrid
Boluda: Spanish companies will inject over five billion euros into the system by 2030
Middle Eastern Gulf Cooperation Council states call for freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz
Middle Eastern Gulf Cooperation Council states call for freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz
Manama
Rejected any toll, tax or attempt to exercise control over the Strait
IMO suspends evacuation operations for ships awaiting transit through the Strait of Hormuz
London/Taipei
Evergreen says its container ship was hit while following the UKMTO-recommended route.
Four entities pre-qualified for the concession of the cargo terminals of the Ukrainian port of Chornomorsk
Gdansk
These are APM Terminals, Mariner/TAS, Yilport Holding and AD Ports/SKF Holdings UK
New attack on a ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
The container ship Ever Lovely was hit by a shell off the coast of Oman.
In 2025, 1,478 containers were lost at sea out of a total of 280 million transported by ships
Washington
On January 1st, the IMO regulation came into force which makes reporting of boxes lost at sea mandatory
BIMCO and ICS' latest report on the maritime workforce raises alarm over officer shortages
London/Bagsværd
In 2026, there will be a shortage of 39,100 STCW certified officers.
In 2025, intermodal traffic handled by Kombiverkehr decreased by -13.5%
Frankfurt am Main
Annual revenues down 8.3%
The government's proposal to update the rules on port governance raises more than one doubt
Rome
Costa: The lack of infrastructure planning cannot be solved with a joint stock company
MSC Cruises and Meyer Werft have not yet signed contracts for four new cruise ships plus two options.
Papenburg/Geneva
The companies expressed confidence that they could successfully conclude negotiations in the coming weeks.
The LSCI index of Italy's connection to the global network of containerized maritime services continues to grow.
The LSCI index of Italy's connection to the global network of containerized maritime services continues to grow.
Geneva
In the second quarter of 2026 it was equal to 290.0 (+2.3%)
AD Ports has completed the acquisition of an 81% stake in Global Feeder Shipping.
Abu Dhabi
In 2025, the company's ships carried 2.8 million containers
An evacuation plan has been established for ships still waiting to transit the Strait of Hormuz.
London/Muscat
Dominguez (IMO): The operation will be carried out in close cooperation with Iran, Oman, all other coastal states in the region, the USA and the maritime industry
Carnival Cruise Line Reports Record Revenue for March-May Quarter
Carnival Cruise Line Reports Record Revenue for March-May Quarter
Miami
Fuel costs rise to near-record levels in 2022
Reducing navigation speed and optimizing port calls are the key to decarbonizing shipping
Copenhagen
A new study by the Global Maritime Forum highlights this.
ECSA and A4E reiterate the need to allocate EU ETS revenues to the decarbonisation of ships and aircraft
Brussels
Essential to bridge the price gap between sustainable and conventional fuels
AD Ports' new bid to gain control of Egypt's ALCN rejected
Cairo
A new proposal worth approximately $580 million has been submitted.
John Denholm is the new president of the International Chamber of Shipping
Rome
He succeeds Emanuele Grimaldi, who has completed his four-year term
A ship was hit by a drone in the Black Sea
Odessa
One of the nine crew members died
Port of La Spezia: Dredging of the third port basin and navigable canal begins.
La Spezia
Fincantieri signs agreement in Qatar for operational management of the Training and Simulation Centre.
Trieste
The center is intended for the training of naval personnel of the Qatari Navy.
Over 770 kilos of cocaine seized at the port of Vado Ligure
Savona
Once released on the market, the drug would have ensured criminal organizations profits of 250 million euros.
Wärtsilä records sharp increase in new order value in second quarter
Helsinki
Net turnover decreased by -2%
Yang Ming orders Hanwha Ocean to build six 13,000 TEU dual-fuel containerships
Keelung
Contract valued at over $1.2 billion
The toll of attacks on ships in the Black Sea worsens
Odessa
Ten dead on board a ship leaving the port of Odessa
Today a new attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz
Southampton
The product tanker Kavomaleas of the Greek company Dynacom Tankers Management caught fire
Confitarma disappointed by the Commission's proposal to revise the EU ETS
Rome
Zanetti: The notable absentee is the competitiveness of the Italian and European shipping industry.
ALIS: Commission's proposals on the EU ETS are positive, but serious issues remain.
Rome
MIT adopts cold ironing guidelines
Rome
The aim is to ensure clear, uniform and transparent criteria for all Port System Authorities.
In the first half of the year, cruise traffic at GPH port terminals grew by +10.1%
Istanbul
In the second quarter alone the increase was +2.8%
Western Liguria Port Authority approves 2026 budget update
Genoa
Assiterminal clarifies its doubts about the responsibilities assigned to Porti d'Italia Spa.
Genoa
ABB buys British Rotork
Zurich/London
The Bath-based company specializes in flow control and industrial automation.
Central Adriatic Port Authority refinances €100 million from the Infrastructure Decree
Ancona
The funds concern seven strategic interventions of the port system
Container traffic at the Port of Los Angeles increased by 3.4% in the first half of 2026.
Los Angeles
In the second quarter, growth was +11.5%
IMO and ITF call for an end to attacks on seafarers and transport workers
London
Resurgence of incidents in the Black Sea, Sea of Azov and the Strait of Hormuz region
Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong grew by 0.2% in the second quarter of 2026.
Hong Kong
An increase of +6.5% was recorded in June
Uiltrasporti is strongly opposed to the establishment of Porti d'Italia Spa
Rome
Verzari and Gulli: the AdSPs must be coordinated by a public body that can protect port workers
CMPort sets new monthly, quarterly and half-yearly container traffic records
Hong Kong
In the first half of 2026, 78.3 million were moved (+4.6%)
In the first half of this year, the port of Singapore handled 22.7 million containers (+4.7%)
Singapore
Historic record for half-year bunker sales
Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 10.3% in the second quarter.
Long Beach
Growth of +1.7% was recorded in the first half of 2026
The new board of directors of Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane has been appointed.
Rome
Tommaso Tanzilli confirmed as president. Gianpiero Strisciuglio is the new CEO.
Port of Gioia Tauro: tender launched for completion of dredging activities
Gioia Tauro
The expected duration of the contract is 60 days
In the first half of 2026, cargo traffic in Turkish ports was 279.1 million tonnes (+1.5%)
Ankara
Cargoes with Italy alone amounted to 23.4 million tons (-2.5%)
The first steel cutting of the Carnival Destiny cruise ship.
Monfalcone
Fincantieri and Carnival celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of their collaboration
NatPower Marine acquires Aqua superPower to accelerate the electrification of ports and marinas
Monk
It operates the largest international network of electric charging points in Europe.
European Logistics Observatory established
Brussels
The aim is to strengthen the competitiveness, resilience and sustainability of European logistics.
Agreement reached at Mimit with JSW to relaunch the Piombino steelworks
Rome/Livorno
Gariglio: Strengthening integration between port docks and industrial areas
Agreement between Fincantieri and the Croatian shipyards Brodotrogir Cruise and Iskra Shipyard
Trieste
Initiative within the framework of the two-corvette program promoted by the Croatian Ministry of Defence
Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL return to quarterly revenue growth
Keelung/Taipei
Four consecutive quarters of decline behind us
Project for a direct rail link between the port of Gioia Tauro and the Interporto D'Abruzzo
Pescara
PSA Genova Pra', the state of agitation has been lifted following the successful completion of the cooling procedure.
Genoa
Tax fraud on labor in the logistics sector
Milan
€28 million seized from four Milanese companies
ZPMC Delivers New Ultra-High Wind-Resistant Port Cranes
Shanghai
The world's tallest rail-mounted reach stackers for empty containers have also been built.
Peninsula and Itochu form joint venture to supply ammonia bunkering to European ports
Gibraltar
The initiative in response to the growing demand for zero-carbon fuels
Konecranes announced its entry into Japan
Helsinki/Tokyo
Acquisition of 70% of Mitsubishi Electric FA Industrial Products
Saipem wins $2 billion contract in Indonesia
Milan
Seven IMO regional coordinators have been introduced who will provide technical support to the organisation's Member States.
London
Jadrolinija has inaugurated its new fast maritime service Ancona-Zadar
Ancona/Zara
It provides five departures per week and a crossing of approximately four hours.
Hapag-Lloyd to reorganize services in the Adriatic
Hamburg
The port of Ancona, removed from the ADX line, will continue to be served by the IAS service
Eleven nominations for the eighteenth edition of the ESPO Award
Brussels
This year's theme is dual-use port-city projects
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Jotun COSCO Marine Coatings signs agreement with COSCO Shipping Bulk for 125 new vessels
Sandefjord
Advanced hull performance solutions will be implemented
Maersk issues first order for new containers produced in India
Copenhagen
Local production has been stimulated by the introduction of incentives
Last May, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +3.4%
Ravenna
An increase of +10.6% is expected in June
Sardinia's Port Authority spent approximately €157 million in PNRR funds
Cagliari
Achievement of the targets expected by June 30, 2026
Hannibal will inaugurate a new intermodal service from Melzo to Rotterdam Europoort on July 8th.
Melzo
Six weekly trains are scheduled that will be able to carry up to 38 cargo units
PSA to build and operate container terminal at Vietnam's Lach Huyen port
Singapore
Agreement with Lach Huyen International Logistics & Industrial Park
Sandro Bucchioni and Andrea Fontana confirmed as presidents of the La Spezia freight forwarders and maritime agents.
La Spezia
New two-year mandate
Konecranes has acquired the nuclear and port services segment of Spain's Coapsa.
Hyvinkää
The company has an annual turnover of approximately four million euros.
PSA Italy presented its 2025 Sustainability Report
Genoa
The document highlights, among other things, the employment data and the economic impact on the territory
The Central-Northern Adriatic Port Authority confirms the completion of the projects financed by the PNRR
Ravenna
Mirco Carloni has taken office as president of the Central Adriatic Port System Authority.
Ancona
The Grimaldi Group has taken delivery of the new PCTC Grande Oriente
Naples
It will be placed on the Asia-Europe route
Port of La Spezia: 60 Sea Log workers rehired by other port companies
La Spezia
Pisano (AdSP): very satisfied with the positive conclusion of this dispute
The Central Adriatic Port Authority announces that it has achieved its objectives under the PNRR
Ancona
The funds coming from the plan financed by the European Union amounted to 39.6 million euros
A workshop on cold ironing and related risks and insurance solutions will be held in London.
London
Rossi (ADVANT-Nctm): effective infrastructure development must necessarily take into account legal and insurance aspects
Fincantieri signs an agreement in Albania for shipbuilding training.
Trieste
Skills development for the growth of the new Pashaliman naval industrial hub
Reorganization of ro-pax traffic areas in the port of Catania
Catania
Ferries will no longer be moored on the central jetty or along the eastern breakwater
Maersk raises fiscal 2026 forecast
Copenhagen
Continued growth in demand for containerized shipping and increased spot rates
Green light for the awarding of railway shunting services in the ports of Savona and Vado
New trucking area in the port of Genoa
The Italian Ports Association will hold its assembly in Naples on Wednesday.
Rome
The discussion on port governance reform will be at the heart of the proceedings.
Registration for seafarers' registers is now open to non-EU citizens residing in Italy.
Genoa
Vidotto (Foundation of the Italian Merchant Marine Academy): a step towards civilization
Project to build shipyard in Tartous port expected to accelerate
Damascus
Meeting between a delegation from Kuzey Star Shipyard and the leaders of the Syrian General Authority for Ports and Customs
Port of Gioia Tauro: Work to reactivate hauling and launching operations has been completed.
Gioia Tauro
These operations had been at a standstill since 2024
The conference "EU-Mercosur Agreement: The Role of the Maritime Economy" will take place in Genoa on July 1st.
Genoa
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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
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ForwardersShip Suppliers
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MEETINGS
The conference "EU-Mercosur Agreement: The Role of the Maritime Economy" will be held in Genoa on July 1st.
Genoa
It is organized by the Casa America ETS Foundation and the Western Liguria Port Authority
The Federagenti assembly will be held in Civitavecchia on July 3rd.
Rome
Pessina: We will not discuss regulations, community relations, or the pursuit of theories and bureaucracy, but rather the challenges of Italian port infrastructure.
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PRESS REVIEW
Govt does not interfere in port management appointments - Loke
(Bernama)
World's first floating fusion reactor-powered vessel could become reality with new project
(Interesting Engineering)
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Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
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In Spain, €11.8 million in eco-incentives have been allocated for the use of motorways of the sea.
Madrid
163,672 shipments made by 32 companies subsidized
ABB has signed an agreement to buy Norwegian marine automation company Høglund.
Zurich
The Tønsberg-based company's integrated automation system is currently installed on over 600 vessels.
Port of Gioia Tauro: tender launched for the redevelopment of the ro-ro docks
Gioia Tauro
Worth 5.6 million euros, the works will last 210 days
Grimaldi confirms the important role of the port of Catania in its strategies
Catania
The aim is to increase services and make existing ones even more efficient.
Annual growth of +6% in cruise traffic and +2% in ferry traffic is expected in the Adriatic
Venice
It is the only Mediterranean region to have recorded a decline in cruises in the period 2019-2025
PSA Padova established to develop and manage the Padua intermodal terminal
Padua
The shareholders of Interporto Padova and Padova Hall have approved the merger plan
The Federagenti assembly will be held in Civitavecchia on July 3rd.
Rome
Pessina: We will not discuss regulations, community relations, or the pursuit of theories and bureaucracy, but rather the challenges of Italian port infrastructure.
Spediporto has opened its own representative office in Hong Kong
Genoa
Giachero: the opening of this desk is also an opportunity for young people
Arcese, Conti and Cosulich establish a company for the port logistics of finished vehicles
Livorno
HMM orders eight bulk carriers and two gas carriers
Seoul
Investment of approximately 1.1 billion dollars
MPC Container Ships has purchased four 7,000 TEU containerships built between 2023 and 2024.
Oslo
Investment of 340 million dollars
FedEx posts record quarterly and annual revenue
Memphis
Total revenues in fiscal year 2026 amounted to $94.7 billion (+7.7%)
Geopolitical uncertainty has become the main risk for shipping
Munich
Evergreen purchases 140,500 new containers in China
Taipei
Investments totaling $358.9 million
Yesterday, the Strait of Hormuz was crossed by 42 commercial vessels
Paris
For the first time since the beginning of the conflict, several LNG tankers entered the Persian Gulf
Memorandum of Understanding for the Launch of Drone Use in the Port of Palermo
Palermo
Submission of the request for the establishment of U-Space
Saipem wins new $1 billion offshore contract in Angola
Milan
It was awarded by Azule Energy for the Greater PAJ project
Port of Ancona: Dredging work has begun on the seabed of quay 22.
Ancona
Approximately six thousand cubic meters of sediment will be removed
Confitarma welcomes clarifications regarding ship waste collection management.
Rome
The need for uniform application of the legislation throughout the country was highlighted.
The Tuscan Cooperation Development Fund invests in Uniport Livorno.
Livorno
Operation for a total of 880 thousand euros carried out together with co-investor Coopfond
Fit-Cisl, recognizing dock work as arduous is a priority
Genoa
Pagnotta: This is not a corporate claim, but a question of social justice.
Hupac increases weekly rotations between Antwerp and Busto Arsizio via France to four.
Noise
Two additional departures of the intermodal service introduced
From July, the tariff for naval transit through the Turkish Straits will increase by +14.9%.
Istanbul
It will be raised to $6.70 per net tonne
Fincantieri and Republikorp sign agreement to build multipurpose naval vessels in Indonesia.
Paris
The establishment of a joint venture is planned
Study on the divergences between the EU Ship Recycling Regulation and the Hong Kong Convention
Brussels/London
It has been published by ECSA and ICS
The 2026-2028 POT of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Sea Port Authority has been approved.
Gioia Tauro
Approval also granted to the 2026 budget forecast variation and to the update of the Port's Staffing Plan.
Autonomous Navigation: ABS, Polaris Shipping, HHI, and AVIKUS Sign Agreement
Athens
It will be tested on a VLOC under certain low-risk conditions
Tomorrow in Sant'Agnello (Naples) the inauguration event of the Italy Branch of The Nautical Institute
London
The topics of discussion will include energy transition in the maritime industry, maritime education and training.
The Municipality of Bologna is reconsidering the divestment of its stake in Interporto Bologna.
Bologna/Bentivoglio
An institutional delegation from Flanders visited the interport
Eni and Fincantieri sign agreement to develop innovative underwater monitoring technologies.
Milan/Trieste
Agreement focused on Eni's "Clean Sea" technology
In 2025, LNG consumption in Italy grew by +11% driven by industry and new uses, with the debut in the naval segment
Rome
Amadei (Federchimica LNG Group): Use ETS and FuelEU revenues to support investments and deployment of lower-carbon fuels.
RT&L partners with China's Guangzhou Salvage to strengthen its project cargo segment
Genoa
Bizzarri: the sector is characterised by wide margins for development and profitability
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