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Exim India web site
JANUARY 28, 2026
  • JNPA SEZ achieves 26.86% ex-im volume growth in CY 2025 on the back of strong trade momentum
  • Sonowal inaugurates capacity augmentation works of Vizhinjam Seaport
  • India-EU free trade agreement sealed, says PM Modi
  • Oil tanker rates seen staying strong into 2026
  • JNPA celebrates Republic Day with cultural and acrobatics shows, along with highlighting security excellence and national commitment
  • MbPA celebrates India's 77th Republic Day grandly at its Ropax Terminal
  • Global schedule reliability drops to 62.8% in December 2025
  • Transliner announces two new services connecting Western India
  • Air cargo tonnages rebound further as 2026 gathers momentum
  • Freight forwarders caution shippers on Lunar New Year capacity shortage
  • Saudi Arabia's Riyadh Air launches cargo ops
  • 'Strategic budgetary investments in port-led, multimodal connectivity will reduce trade costs, improve manufacturing productivity, accelerate GDP growth'
  • Air India and Singapore Airlines ink commercial cooperation framework agreement to deepen long-standing partnership
  • Emirates SkyCargo adds Liege to freighter network
  • WFS signs a 20-year lease agreement for new on-airport warehouse at London Heathrow to support long-term strategy
  • GJEPC inks pact with FedEx to boost gems & jewellery exports

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The Loadstar web site
JANUARY 27, 2026
  • Desperate carriers slash ocean rates to fill empty slots
  • WiseTech CEO on CargoWise pricing: 'We knew this would be disruptive'
  • Analysis: AP Møller Maersk in Vado Ligure - a sailor's yarn
  • Predictability is key now as forwarders select carrier partners
  • Workers may become 'a liability' as benefits improve and AI moves in
  • London Gateway feels the pressure as throughput soars
  • Nuclear box ships 'not just a vision', but 'technically feasible'

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Marine Log web site
JANUARY 27, 2026
  • Judge rules Vineyard Wind can resume activities
    The U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts today issued a decision to allow Vineyard Wind to resume full activities in its lease area on the Outer Continental Shelf. This means
  • Resolve Marine opens new Tokyo office
    Fort Lauderdale, Fla.- headquartered Resolve Marine has opened a new office in Tokyo, Japan. The Tokyo office serves as a primary hub for the Japanese market, providing shipowners, operators, and marine insurers
  • Fincantieri launches advanced hydro-oceanographic vessel Quirinale
    The Italian Navy's new major hydro-oceanographic ship (N.I.O.M.-Nave Idro-Oceanografica Maggiore), Quirinale, was launched in a ceremony today at Fincantieri's Riva Trigoso shipyard in the Genoa region. Designed for scientific mapping and monitoring
  • Daniel Marks named VP contracts and pricing at Ingalls
    HII (NYSE: HII) reports that Daniel Marks has been appointed vice president of contracts and pricing at its Ingalls Shipbuilding division. He succeeds Stephen Fitts, who has been appointed vice president of
  • Shipyard RFP out for Tustumena replacement ferry
    The Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (Alaska DOT&PF) has released a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the construction of a replacement vessel for the Alaska Marine Highway System ferry M/V
  • Plaquemines Port announces resignation of executive director
    The Louisiana Gateway Port in Plaquemines Parish, La., announced the resignation of Executive Director Charles D. Tillotson, effective immediately. Tillotson, who has led the port through a period of historic infrastructure growth,
  • Skarv awards Wärtsilä its first ammonia engine newbuild order
    A cargo vessel on order at the Huanghai shipyard in China for Norway's Skarv Shipping Solutions will be the first newbuild to have a complete Wärtsilä 25 ammonia solution. In addition to

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Container News web site
JANUARY 27, 2026
  • DCSA+ welcomes Contship as first terminal partner
    The Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA) announced that Contship has joined DCSA+, becoming the programme's first terminal operator partner. Contship, a leading integrator of containerised logistics, combines intermodal transport with port terminal operations to link global supply chains. By joining DCSA+, the company aims to help develop common digital standards that reduce fragmented d
  • DACHSER breaks ground on major Stei�lingen expansion
    DACHSER is expanding its Hegau-Bodensee logistics center in Stei�lingen with a new warehouse building. The facility offers 8,950 square meters of logistics space and room for 22,000 pallets. The company is also expanding its existing transit terminals for industrial goods, consumer goods and food. The investment responds to demand from new and existing customers in industry and retail for additio
  • Wärtsilä to power Skarv's new cargo vessel with ammonia engine
    Wärtsilä will supply its Wärtsilä 25 Ammonia solution to a new cargo vessel for Norway-based Skarv Shipping Solutions. The vessel will be built at Huanghai Shipyard in China. It will be the first newbuild to use this ammonia-powered solution. The order was booked in Q4 2025. The four-stroke engine will significantly cut greenhouse gas emissions. It supports Skarv's goal to deliver low-carbon shor
  • BNSF to pour $3.6B into network upgrades this year
    BNSF Railway has announced a $3.6 billion capital investment plan for 2026. The Class I railroad says the spending demonstrates its commitment to operating a safe and reliable network prepared to handle anticipated customer needs. Katie Farmer, BNSF President and CEO, said the 2026 capital plan focuses on strengthening and modernizing the network. The company prioritizes investing for the future
  • Port of Los Angeles container throughput tops 10.2 Million TEUs in 2025
    The Port of Los Angeles closed calendar year 2025 with total container throughput of 10,239,318.40 TEUs, reinforcing its position as the busiest port in the United States despite a modest year-over-year decline. Compared with 2024, when the Port handled 10,297,352 TEUs, overall volume in 2025 declined by 58,033.6 TEUs, representing a 0.56% decrease year over year. Even with that slight dip, throu
  • ABP and other players signed agreements to advance carbon shipping in the North Sea
    Associated British Ports, LBC Tank Terminals, North Sea Port, and the Port of Esbjerg have signed two significant Memoranda of Understanding to study the potential of Carbon Capture and Storage shipping corridors between Northern Europe and the UK, as well as sharing experience and understanding of this new but crucial energy transition area. The Memoranda of Understanding, one between ABP and LB
  • Hapag-Lloyd revises Benelux France Shuttle rotation
    Hapag-Lloyd has announced a revision to the port rotation of its Benelux France Shuttle (BFS) service, adding Wilhelmshaven to improve schedule reliability and overall service performance. Effective from 27 January 2026, the revised rotation will be: Rotterdam - Wilhelmshaven - Antwerp - Le Havre - Rotterdam. The first vessel to operate under the updated rotation will be Durande , voyage 605S, wi
  • Red Sea Shipping faces prolonged uncertainty as Houthi-Iran nexus collides with US military posture
    The fragile revival of Red Sea shipping traffic now confronts a dangerous reality: Houthi forces, though operationally degraded, retain sufficient capabilities to sustain mid-term disruption while leveraging their strategic alignment with Iran to amplify regional instability a dynamic that ensures maritime risks will persist regardless of incremental security improvements
  • How shipping is involved into a waiting game
    The global shipping industry projects an image of cautious restraint in early 2026 carefully monitoring Red Sea tensions, incrementally enforcing dark fleet regulations, making modest environmental progress
  • Peel Ports Group transforms bulk cargo operations with £4m digital partnership
    Peel Ports Group has launched a major digital transformation programme across its dry bulk terminals, backed by a £4 million investment and powered by CommTrac from TBA . The initiative is already gaining industry recognition and is redefining how bulk cargo is managed at some of the UK's busiest ports. A new standard for bulk operations The programme is being rolled out across key sites includin
  • DH Shipbuilding hits 27% margin in record Q4 performance
    DH Shipbuilding has posted strong profit growth for five consecutive quarters, setting a new profitability standard in the shipbuilding industry. The company announced preliminary consolidated results for 2025 on January 27. Total revenue reached KRW 1.2281 trillion with operating profit of KRW 294.1 billion. The annual operating margin hit approximately 24%, up 9.2 percentage points from 14.7% i
  • Hapag-Lloyd to raise ocean tariff rates from India and Pakistan to Europe
    Hapag-Lloyd has announced an increase in its ocean tariff base rates for dry containers moving from India and Pakistan to Europe and the Mediterranean, effective for sailings starting on 16 February 2026. The rate adjustment applies to cargo shipped from Nhava Sheva and Mundra in India, as well as Karachi and Port Qasim in Pakistan, to destinations in North Europe, the Mediterranean and the Black
  • Oman & DP World accelerate plans for Al-Rawdah Special Economic Zone
    Oman and DP World have reviewed progress on the development of the Al Rawdah Special Economic Zone and aligned on the next steps for Phase 1 implementation. Qais bin Mohammed Al Yousef, Chairman of the Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones, met with Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of DP World, along with senior officials from both sides, at the
  • ONE revamps ST2 service and launches new AS1 and AS2 loops
    Ocean Network Express (ONE) has announced a revamp of its Spain Türkiye 2 (ST2) service alongside the launch of two new intra-Europe services, Aegean Spain 1 (AS1) and Alexandria Spain 2 (AS2), aimed at enhancing connectivity and service reliability across the Mediterranean. The updated network is designed to offer improved routing options and more consistent weekly coverage for cargo moving betw
  • Maersk revises PSS from Indian Subcontinent and Middle East
    A.P. Moller - Maersk has announced a revision to its Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for cargo moving from the Indian Subcontinent and the Middle East to the United States and Canada West Coast. The revised surcharge will apply to shipments originating from the United Arab Emirates, Bangladesh, Bahrain, Bhutan, India, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arab

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Splash web site
JANUARY 27, 2026
  • Meriaura books new deck carrier in China
    Finnish shortsea specialist Meriaura has moved ahead with its fleet renewal, signing a shipbuilding contract for a new open deck carrier at Jiangsu Zhenjiang Shipyard in China. The 6,800 dwt vessel is due for delivery in early 2028 and will measure 120 m in length and be built to 1A ice class and DP2 notation, ...
  • Nortrans seals Equinor flotel extension
    Singapore-based Nortrans Offshore has secured a contract extension for its maintenance and support unit Temis, keeping the flotel on hire with Equinor at the Bacalhau FPSO project offshore Brazil. The 2015-built, 501-person unit was originally booked in late 2024. The firm contract covered five months from early 2025 and included an option for a further ...
  • Singapore's Wealth Holdings books up to eight MPPs with Norden charter cover
    Singapore-based Wealth Holdings is stepping into the multipurpose vessel space with a sizeable, charter-backed newbuilding programme, lining up to eight 17,400-dwt MPPs with Danish operator DS Norden providing time-charter cover. The deal covers four firm vessels with two plus two options, with Wealth Holdings Shipping acting as the ordering owner and capital provider. Commercial operation ...
  • Wan Hai tightens grip on Japan routes with Osaka terminal investment
    Taiwanese containerline Wan Hai Lines is moving deeper into Japanese port infrastructure with the acquisition of Terminal C9 at Osaka Port, spending about $87m to strengthen its core intra-Asia network. The Taipei-headquartered carrier said in a Taiwan Stock Exchange filing that its board approved the purchase last week. The deal covers the right-of-use asset for ...
  • Stena Bulk takes control of GSB tanker venture
    Swedish tanker owner Stena Bulk has moved to strengthen its position in the chemical and specialised tanker market after lifting its stake in Golden Stena Baycrest Tankers (GSB) to become the majority shareholder. The additional shares were acquired from Bay Crest, with the joint venture remaining jointly owned by Stena Bulk, Golden Agri and Bay ...
  • US shipping regulator digs into liners' chassis practices
    The US Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has launched a new investigation into whether ocean common carriers are restricting truckers and shippers from choosing their own chassis providers - a move that could shake up how container boxes move off vessels at US ports. In a notice published Monday, the FMC said it's looking into practices ...
  • HMM takes delivery of 10,800-car record breaker
    For the third time in less than a year, Chinese shipbuilders have broken car carrier size records, with the latest delivery smashing through the 10,000 car equivalent unit (ceu) threshold for the first time. Built by Guangzhou Shipyard International (GSI), a subsidiary of China State Shipbuilding Corporation, HMM's new carrier can carry 10,800 vehicles, up ...
  • TGS bags more OBN work in Europe
    Oslo-listed seismic data specialist TGS has won an additional ocean bottom node (OBN) contract in Europe. The company's node-on-a-rope crew will mobilise in mid-summer, with the project expected to run for approximately 30 days. According to the company, the award is from a valued repeat customer. Under the contract, TGS will deliver high-quality 4D data ...
  • Stolt-Nielsen weighs sale of up to 50% of Avenir LNG
    Oslo-listed shipping and logistics group Stolt-Nielsen is weighing a partial sell-down of its small-scale LNG business Avenir LNG, just months after taking full control of the company. In a stock exchange filing, Stolt-Nielsen said its subsidiary Stolt-Nielsen Gas is in discussions with a strategic buyer over the potential sale of up to 50% of its ...
  • Eni secures loan for Mozambique's second FLNG project
    The African Development Bank has approved a $150m senior loan to support the development of Eni's Coral North FLNG project offshore Mozambique. Building on the success of Coral South FLNG, which became operational in 2022, the Coral North project will develop, construct, and operate an FLNG facility with an annual capacity of 3.6 mtpa, some ...
  • Nickel ore feared culprit again in K Line ultramax disaster
    Liquefaction of a nickel ore cargo is emerging as the leading suspected cause of the fatal capsize of the ultramax Devon Bay off the disputed Scarborough Shoal, in what appears to be the latest in a long line of deadly bulk carrier losses linked to the high-risk commodity. The 2013-built, 56,095 dwt Devon Bay, Singapore-flagged ...
  • Nam Cheong continues fleet reprofiling with $19.8m PSV disposal
    Malaysia-based offshore marine group Nam Cheong has sold one of its platform supply vessels to an undisclosed Indonesian customer. The company sold an 11-year-old PSV for $19.8m. The buyer bought the 3,000 dwt vessel for immediate deployment to support ongoing operations. The delivery is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2026, and ...
  • Iran-linked ghost fleet fuels Myanmar's war from the shadows
    A shadow tanker network with suspected Iranian links has emerged as the key lifeline for Myanmar's air force, according to a new Amnesty International investigation that tracks what the authors describe as "ghost ships" delivering jet fuel used in deadly strikes on civilians. Amnesty's analysis of trade, AIS, satellite and port authority data shows at ...
  • Baltic and North Sea states call out Russian GNSS meddling and shadow fleet
    Coastal states around the Baltic and North Sea, joined by Iceland, have issued an open letter to the "international maritime community" warning that growing GNSS interference and AIS spoofing - explicitly attributed to Russia - are putting all ships in the region at risk and undermining core International Maritime Organization rules. Signed by Belgium, Denmark, ...
  • Shipping talks about fatigue but ignores the digital environments seafarers live in
    Josephine Le, founder of the social media platform The Hood, writes for Splash today about what shipping can learn from Australia's decision to restrict social media access for children. Australia's decision to restrict social media access for under-16s has been widely framed as a debate about parenting, screen time, and youth protection, but that framing ...
  • Golden Energy cashes in with second PSV sale
    Golden Energy Offshore Services has pushed through another platform supply vessel sale, continuing a clear effort to strengthen its balance sheet. The Norwegian owner said its subsidiary has struck a deal to sell the PSV Energy Partner for $27.25m, with completion expected in mid-February. The transaction is set to deliver a booked gain of about ...

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Lloyd's List web site
JANUARY 27, 2026
  • US Gulf VLGC rates jump after winter storm passes and loadings resume
    The US-Asia arbitrage that supports VLGC demand has remained in place despite severe winter weather in America. US Gulf-Japan VLGC...
  • Batteries could move shipping further towards net zero than expected
    Batteries and biofuels will have a bigger role to play in decarbonising shipping than previously thought thanks to advances in...
  • Beijing's balancing act: energy security, trade and shipping carbon pricing
    Will China follow the EU's lead and introduce its own maritime carbon tax regime? The question is a lot more...
  • Put pressure on flag states to improve, says ICS boss
    A notable absence was Eswatini, which despite showing ambition to enter the maritime industry said no ships may fly its...
  • Pyxis frees up $10m to add to fleet expansion pot
    Nasdaq-listed tanker and bulker owner closes banking deals to increase cash
  • Steamship Mutual opens law office in Japan
    P&I club's board meeting in Tokyo and Imabari to discuss SSM activities in country
  • 'Wide gulf' between crew incompetence and negligence, NorthStandard confirms
    Admiralty Court ruling highlights need for owner due diligence
  • Muted boxship chartering activity persists as Suez decisions cloud near-term outlook
    The return to the Suez Canal route remains the key variable, with a broader return likely to release capacity and...
  • The Daily View: Europe's call to arms
  • Shanghai bunkering climbs in 2025 as LNG leads alternative fuel shift
    This comes as the industry pivots back toward LNG as the leading alternative marine fuel amid growing regulatory uncertainty
  • Daily Briefing
    Newbuild identity theft is the latest deceptive shipping tactic | European states call for shadow fleet safety action | China...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JANUARY 27, 2026
  • New terminal planned for Long Beach designed to attract e-commerce business
    The Metro Express Terminal at Pier S will serve smaller, independent container lines on the trans-Pacific that carry e-commerce merchandise requiring rapid movement once onshore.
  • Labor action, congestion cost Antwerp-Bruges cargo volumes, market share in 2025
    The port's CEO said Antwerp experienced about 25 days of industrial action last year that resulted in the loss of 2.4 million metric tons of cargo, equivalent to 1% of its annual throughput.
  • Revised Norfolk Southern merger application will be refiled in 'weeks': UP
    Union Pacific Railroad called the decision by federal regulators to rule its filing as "incomplete" a minor setback that won't significantly change the timeline for its hoped-for acquisition of NS.
  • Power, mining bullishness offset by tightening MPV ship supply
    "Lumpy" project cargo demand is expected to lead to overutilization of the global multipurpose vessel fleet, participants in a Journal of Commerce webinar were told.

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TradeWinds web site
JANUARY 27, 2026
  • Authorities searched far and wide for a missing seafarer. He was found in a surprising place
    Crewman from an Arne Blystad tanker was found onboard the vessel
  • Trump administration wisely backtracked on shipping taxes. Let's make that pause permanent
    Head of National Taxpayers Union's Free Trade Initiative says Maritime Action Plan should reject new taxes on shipping
  • Per von Appen: Relaxed style meets steady strategy at Ultranav
    Nearly two years into role leading Chilean shipowner and operator, the founder's grandson stays true to the company's DNA
  • Galveston LNG Bunker Port ties up with Tote on bunkering vessels
    Jones Act fleet in the making for US Gulf project with first charter scheduled for mid-2026
  • Kyklades aframax tanker lifts first crude cargo from repaired CPC mooring
    Pipeline company completes maintenance just as production from Kazakh crude to resume from fire-hit field
  • Capesize spot rates rise by 25% in a day, lifting Baltic Dry Index
    Average earnings have made the biggest daily jump since September 2021
  • Finland's Meriaura orders multi-fuel open-deck carrier in China
    Versatile vessel optimised for demanding ro-ro operations
  • Tankers International spreads its wings with new suezmax pool
    International Seaways becomes the sole owner of TI pooling company, taking on CMB.Tech's stake
  • Mercuria beefs up crew numbers after seafarer killed in tanker mooring accident
    Gibraltar probe finds pumpman was alone at the time of fatal incident
  • Tanker and gas carrier routes key as Syrian production tipped to recover this year
    Consultancy Wood Mackenzie says government forces have moved to reassert control over key energy assets
  • Stolt-Nielsen downgraded ahead of earnings as ABG sees 'accelerating fleet growth'
    Risk-reward is modestly skewed to downside, according to the bank
  • Dynacom lines up massive $1.4bn VLCC newbuilding order at Chinese yard
    Greek owner is poised to bump up his large tanker orderbook to almost 30 vessels
  • Rates for modern LNG carriers plunge below $20,000 per day
    Data provider Kpler forecasting 44 mt of new LNG supply growth in 2026
  • Norway's Norwest expands fleet in secondhand deal with French owner
    Company buys veteran ro-ro from Sogestran Group company
  • Trader Vitol 'sets new benchmark' in en-bloc sale of modern tankers
    Hyundai-built LR2s said to have fetched $84m each
  • Berge Bulks fits second ship with rotor sails
    Berge Neru becomes Singapore-based shipowner's third wind-assisted vessel
  • Wah Kwong secures supervision mandate for historic Chinese liner
    Century-old Shanghai Minsheng Shipping advances feeder container newbuilding plans
  • Shipbuilder Hanwha extends $110m backing as silicon gas producer runs short of cash
    South Korean group stretches short-term loan to Oslo-listed REC Silicon
  • Stena Bulk eyes growth after taking control of GSB Tankers joint venture
    Swedish owner becomes biggest shareholder in company operating nine chemical and specialised ships
  • Cosco Shipping inks two product tankers at Guangzhou Shipyard International
    The newbuilding price for the 50,000-dwt product tanker is around $52m
  • Wartsila scores first ammonia engine newbuilding sale to Skarv Shipping
    Four-stroke propulsion system to be fitted on cargo ship delivering in 2027
  • Bulker owner TTA sells out securities sale as it refinances earlier debt
    Bangkok company says it received strong backing for $32m issue
  • US-listed Pyxis Tankers clinches debt amendments to free up cash for growth
    Diversified tanker and bulker owner reiterates it has acquisitions on the radar amid 'reasonably healthy' markets
  • Insurance leaders gather for landmark debate on state of shipping
    Annual gathering chalks up notable anniversary as P&I clubs count the costs of major claims
  • Clarksons takes over project finance shipping firm after managing partners leave
    Project finance merges with Clarksons Securities
  • Clarksons says time to buy Okeanis stock as tanker rates beat rivals
    Greek owner viewed as a compelling bet in rising markets
  • Sanctioned tankers go dark to ship Iranian jet fuel to Myanmar military, probe finds
    Amnesty International shows how product tankers are delivering cargoes used in deadly air strikes on civilians
  • MSC orders four new boxships worth more than $200m in China
    The conventional marine-fuelled 5,000-teu newbuildings will be built at Yangzhou Guoyu Shipbuilding
  • Stolt-Nielsen in talks to sell half of Avenir LNG
    Stolt-Nielsen sees joint venture operating the LNG bunker vessel owner
  • Norden charters help European bulker owner pay off Chinese loan
    Two handysizes will remain fixed to Danish operator through 2026, Barska boss says
  • Chinese-owned MR tanker heads for recycling at near-market levels
    30-year-old Quartz sold as maintenance costs bite, owner says
  • "The market spoke," says South African auctioneer as polar research vessel is sold for recycling
    It took Ariella Kuper two attempts to find a buyer for the S. A. Agulhas despite strong interest shown in the legendary ship
  • Philippines ferry disaster death toll rises to 18 as search continues
    Dozens of people are still unaccounted for after capsize
  • Gulf Marine Services buys first vessel in 10 years
    London-listed firm looks to pay out dividends worth 20% to 30% of net income in coming months
  • New Singapore-based shipowner splashes out $59m on mixed bag of ship types
    Condez Shipping has bought a bulker, product tanker and boxship within the past two months
  • China's Genesis Global orders chemical tankers in fleet expansion push
    Chinese company orders up to two 13,800-dwt chemical tankers at Haidong Shipyard

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FreightWaves web site
JANUARY 27, 2026
  • Gatik launches fully driverless commercial trucking operations
    Gatik announced on Tuesday that it has become the first company in North America to deploy fully driverless trucks in commercial operations at scale. The Mountain View, California-based autonomous trucking technology company now operates trucks with no human driver or safety observer behind the wheel. The medium-duty autonomous trucks equipped with Gatik Driver complete daily deliveries for Fortu
  • FMCSA triggers 30-day countdown on teen driver exemption
    WASHINGTON - Federal regulators have officially opened the door for public debate on whether to keep the nation's under-21 interstate trucking program alive. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration posted a formal notice on Tuesday requesting comments on the American Trucking Association's five-year exemption request that would allow carriers to continue onboarding 18-to-20-year-old drive
  • Trucking Alliance's safety agenda 3: broad regulatory changes on English, ELDs and insurance
    The Trucking Alliance, which in terms of numbers is one of the smaller industry lobbying and support groups but which includes some of the bigger players in trucking, has long focused on safety issues in its efforts to shift public policy. After a tumultuous 2025 in the intersection where trucking, safety and politics all came together in often unexpected ways, the group is laying out its agenda
  • OmniTRAX names Dreier as chief commercial officer
    Rail and supply chain infrastructure company OmniTRAX has named Ryan Dreier as its new chief commercial officer, the company said today. Dreier joined OmniTRAX as executive vice president in 2025 from BNSF Railway. In his new role, he will oversee commercial strategy, sales operations, transload, and new business development for a company that has seen growth of more than 50% over the last five y
  • Union Pacific reports record financial results
    "The Union Pacific team delivered our best ever full year across safety, service and operating excellence," Chief Executive Jim Vena said on the railroad's earnings call on Tuesday morning. "As we close out the year, it's clear the team is consistently delivering at the highest levels, and I'm confident that's what we'll continue to do." For the year, the Omaha-based company (NYSE: UNP) said ope
  • Nike to lay off hundreds of distribution workers in Mississippi, Tennessee
    Nike is laying off hundreds of U.S. distribution center workers as it accelerates automation and restructures its supply chain operations. The athletic apparel giant plans to cut 775 jobs, primarily at distribution centers in Tennessee and Mississippi, according to company statements and reporting by CNBC . The layoffs are focused on warehouse and fulfillment roles as Nike increases its use of ad
  • American Eagle, Office Depot pull plug on third-party logistics services
    American Eagle Outfitters and Office Depot have begun to shut down their logistics businesses geared to serving outside customers, raising doubts about the viability of the supply chain-as-a-service business model for retailers as businesses scramble to find new fulfillment partners. Lifestyle and apparel company American Eagle Outfitters ( NYSE: AEO ) is winding down its Quiet Logistics subsidia
  • New FMC probe of ocean carriers restricting chassis for truckers, shippers
    The Federal Maritime Commission has opened a probe into whether ocean carriers are unfairly restricting the ability of truckers and shippers to choose chassis providers. Those restrictions could be a violation of the Shipping Act, the agency said in a Federal Register notice . "The Commission seeks to determine whether ocean common carriers are using practices that directly or indirectly deprive
  • UPS won't resurrect MD-11 fleet after deadly crash, takes $137M charge
    UPS has decided to permanently retire its fleet of 27 MD-11 aircraft and take a $137 million after-tax write off instead of returning the widebody freighters to service even if they are cleared to fly again by aviation authorities following the crash of one of its planes in early November. The express delivery and logistics giant began a phased drawdown of the aging tri-engine aircraft, but said
  • Distracted Driving's Death Toll: What a Viral Dashcam Lawsuit Means for CDL Holders
    She was texting. Both hands on the phone. Eyes down. For nearly 20 seconds straight at highway speed. A Washington woman who wrecked a Turo rental car in August 2025 initially told the vehicle's owner and Snohomish County sheriff's deputies that another driver ran her off the road. What she apparently forgot was that the 2013 Nissan Leaf had interior and exterior dashcams, and the 18-year-old own
  • Lawsuit alleges R&R Family of Companies continued operating while insolvent
    Florida court records show lenders urged R&R Family of Companies to wind down operations weeks before its collapse, even as carriers across the U.S. continued hauling freight and invoices went unpaid. A lawsuit filed Jan. 23 in the Circuit Court for the Twentieth Judicial Circuit in Collier County, Florida, by The Huntington National Bank, alleges that R&R and affiliated borrowers were insolvent,
  • First look: Union Pacific Q4 earnings
    Union Pacific Corp. on Tuesday reported fourth-quarter profit of $1.85 billion on revenue of $6.09 billion, both short of Wall Street expectations. Per-share earnings came up short for the Omaha, Neb.-based company (NYSE: UNP ) at $3.11. Adjusted earnings came to $2.86 per share. Analysts' consensus was for earnings of $2.90 per share, on revenue of $6.14 billion. The company, which is in the pro
  • Smith System launches Trainer Center to bring scale, structure to fleet driver training
    As trucking fleets lean more heavily on cameras, telematics and onboard technology to monitor driver behavior, many still struggle with a fundamental challenge: turning training into a consistent, measurable program rather than a one-time event. Smith System , a longtime provider of driver safety training, is aiming to address that gap with the launch of Trainer Center, a new digital platform des
  • Positive signals from freight market sprinkled through Triumph Financial's earnings
    Triumph Financial reported a fourth quarter with numbers that backed up signs of a strengthening freight market as it added two significant new customers for its Triumph Network payment process. Between its Factoring segment and its Payments arm, which includes the Triumph Network that audits and pays its brokerage clients and is seen as the long-term core of the company, there were data points i

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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
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
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
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
The conference "EU-Mercosur Agreement: The Role of the Maritime Economy" will be held in Genoa on July 1st.
Genoa
It is organized by the Casa America ETS Foundation and the Western Liguria Port Authority
The Federagenti assembly will be held in Civitavecchia on July 3rd.
Rome
Pessina: We will not discuss regulations, community relations, or the pursuit of theories and bureaucracy, but rather the challenges of Italian port infrastructure.
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
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)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato
Roma, 19 giugno 2025
››› File
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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