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The Houthi release crew of the Galaxy Leader
23 Gennaio 2025 - On 23 January 2025, the Houthi rebels released the crew of the car carrier Galaxy Leader after fourteen months of captivity. However, the ship itself remains in the hands of the Yemeni forces. This development may signal an easing of tensions for maritime navigation in the Red Sea, even as the container ship CMA CGM Columba moves through the Suez Canal.
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Strike at Maersk in Genoa over four dismissals
23 Gennaio 2025 - On 22 January 2025, Italy's major trade unions called a strike at Maersk’s Genoa office in protest against the dismissal of four employees. According to union representatives, the roles of these workers are to be partially replaced by artificial intelligence (AI).
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217 kilograms of cocaine discovered in Livorno port
22 Gennaio 2025 - Just days after the seizure of 110 kilograms of cocaine in the port of Gioia Tauro, the Guardia di Finanza uncovered another 217 kilograms of the drug in a container that had arrived in Livorno from South America. The shipment, valued at €150 million, was found concealed within a cargo of timber.
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Eurogate trials autonomous terminal at Wilhelmshaven
21 Gennaio 2025 - Eurogate will launch the use of autonomous yard tractors at its container terminal in Wilhelmshaven, Germany, in 2025, utilising Mafi T models.
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Trump confirms tariffs during inauguration speech
20 Gennaio 2025 - In his inauguration speech as President of the United States, Donald Trump reiterated his intention to impose tariffs on foreign countries, though he stopped short of specifying which ones. This move could have serious consequences for Italy.
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Trump reaffirms plan to reclaim the Panama Canal in inaugural address
20 Gennaio 2025 - In his inaugural address at the White House on 20 January 2025, Donald Trump reiterated that the United States would regain control of the Panama Canal. The announcement sparked immediate reactions from Panama.
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Complex situation in the Red Sea persists despite Gaza ceasefire
20 Gennaio 2025 - Just hours after the Gaza ceasefire came into effect, the transit of cargo ships through the Red Sea remains uncertain. Even if operations were to resume immediately, it could lead to disruptions caused by port congestion and fluctuations in container freight rates.
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The US launches a battle against China’s shipbuilding industry
18 Gennaio 2025 - On the eve of Donald Trump’s inauguration at the White House, the US administration has launched an attack against China’s shipbuilding industry, accusing it of economic and social dumping. The move adds another argument for imposing tariffs on China.
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Will the Gaza truce reopen the Suez route?
17 Gennaio 2025 - The agreement signed between Israel and Hamas to enforce a truce in Gaza has led the Houthi movement to suspend their attacks on cargo vessels in the Red Sea. However, analysts and operators remain cautious about the reopening of the Suez route.
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Maritime piracy attacks declined in 2024
16 Gennaio 2025 - The International Maritime Bureau’s (IMB) report on maritime piracy attacks in 2024 shows a decrease compared to previous years. However, the organisation warns against complacency, particularly as hostage incidents have doubled.
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General contraction of container freight rates in Mid-January 2025
16 Gennaio 2025 - In the second week of January 2025, Drewry reports a general decline in container shipping freight rates. Rates from China to Europe have dropped by 2-3%, and this trend could persist for the remainder of the month.
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Three scenarios for container shipping in 2025
16 Gennaio 2025 - Research firm Upply has developed three potential scenarios for global container shipping in 2025, a year likely to be marked by significant economic and geopolitical uncertainties.
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First major cocaine seizure in Italy in 2025 at Gioia Tauro
16 Gennaio 2025 - The first significant cocaine seizure in Italy occurred in mid-January 2025 at the port of Gioia Tauro, where the Guardia di Finanza confiscated 110 kilograms discovered in a container arriving from North America.
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Rise in cases of ship crew abandonment
15 Gennaio 2025 - According to IMO data, 2024 has seen a significant rise in instances of shipowners abandoning their crews in ports worldwide. The organisation reported over 300 such incidents this year.
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Magellan Circle joins the Fleetfor55 maritime transport project
15 Gennaio 2025 - Magellan Circle has become part of the consortium led by Hydrus to develop Fleetfor55, a project aimed at ensuring sustainability in waterborne transport, including maritime and inland waterways.
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Port Authority extends Spinelli’s concession in Genoa
14 Gennaio 2025 - The Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has approved the extension of Spinelli's concession for the Genoa Port Terminal until 30 June 2025.
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17 camionisti arrestati a Savona per furto di gasolio
Un’indagine della Guardia di Finanza nel deposito fiscale carburanti di Vado Ligure ha coinvolto diciassette autotrasportatori, col sequestro di oltre 3.700 litri di gasolio. Il prodotto veniva sottratto durante il carico e rivenduto fuori circuito a prezzi inferiori.
Normativa
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Aereo
Dhl amplia capacità aerea Asia Europa
Dhl Global Forwarding annuncia nuovi voli settimanali tra Asia ed Europa tra Shanghai e Lipsia e tra Hong Kong e Liegi con Boeing 777F. L’integrazione con Dhl Express aumenta capacità, affidabilità e flessibilità lungo uno dei principali corridoi globali.
Ferrovia
Rail Cargo potenzia collegamento Villach-Desio
Dal 2026 due collegamenti settimanali Rail Cargo tra Villach e Desio, con transito in un giorno. Il servizio intermodale s’inserisce nel network Villach-Italy, potenziando i flussi tra Europa centrale e distretti industriali del Nord Italia.
Persone
La proprietà di Msc passa da Gianluigi Aponte ai figli Alexa e Diego
Il 13 aprile 2026 Mediterranean Shipping Company ha annunciato uno storico passaggio di generazione: la proprietà passa dal fondatore Gainluigi Aponte, che resta presidente esecutivo ai figli Alexa e Diego, che sono rispettivamente presidente e Cfo del Gruppo.
