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- Central Europe’s industrial cluster looks to the South and to the Ports of Genoa as an alternative maritime gateway What About the Southern Route? This was the topic of discussion at the Ports of Genoa opening event on the third day of the Transport Logistic trade fair in Munich.
- A solution to all your logistic requirements at the Ports of Genoa stand in Munich’s 2025 edition of Transport Logistic From June 2nd to 5th, the Ports of Genoa will be on-site at Transport Logistic 2025 in Munich, the leading international trade fair for logistics, mobility, IT, and supply chain management. The event provides a comprehensive overview of the latest trends, innovations and developments across the global industry, and groups together over 2,500 exhibitors from over 70 countries, across 150,000 sqm at the prestigious Messe Muenchen Centre. With a spacious booth located in Hall B2 Stand321/422, in which the key players from the Ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado Ligure’s shipping community can showcase the wide range of high-quality services on offer, - alongside a full programme of workshops, conferences, and networking events - the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority will once again be on call at Transport Logistic to facilitate contacts between the ports’ terminal operators and service providers, and current and future port users. The Ports of Genoa has successfully capitalised upon its strategic geographical position in the industrial and consumer heartland of Europe on the Mediterranean Sea at the crossroads of the global maritime trade routes, and upon the invaluable experience and professionalism of its vibrant shipping community, to serve as the natural southern gateway for Central Europe’s import/export companies. The four-day international Transport Logistic event will provide Italy’s premier port with the opportunity to invite shippers to “Think Upside-Down” and to consider the Southern Ports of Genoa, seamlessly integrated in an efficient intermodal network, as a viable alternative to the Northern European ports. Across the full programme of workshops and social events hosted at the Ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado’s stand, visitors will be guided by the on-site team towards an insightful perspective of the multi-business port which boast a wide selection of dedicated terminals, managed by the leading international players of the shipping industry, equipped to accommodate all classes of ships (up to 24,000 teus) and cater for all key commodity sectors: containers, general cargo, perishable goods, breakbulk, project cargo, solid and liquid bulk. All the major carriers call at the Ports of Genoa and offer a wide variety of choice to importers and exporters, with over 150 regular liner services to 450 ports worldwide. Seamless integration along the cross-border European road and rail corridors represents one of the main economic drivers of the development of the Ports of Genoa-Pra' and Savona-Vado Ligure, which together handle annually on average over 33% of Italy’s total container gateway traffic. Today, the ports offer over 100 weekly direct rail services to the Northern Italian manufacturing and consumer heartland across a network of inland terminals (in Piemonte, Lombardia, Veneto, Emilio Romangna), in addition to the current 3/weekly direct service to Basel in Switzerland and the 3/weekly service to Stuttgart in Germany scheduled to kick off in September. Efficient railway services are a key driver in sustainable port development. The railway lines which today connect Genoa and Savona-Vado to the European network are currently being upgraded and retrofitted with new technology to comply with recent infrastructure developments to the network. Works are in progress to equip the Ports of Genoa cargo facilities with the capability to handle, in full safety, EU standardised freight trains (750 metres in length, P/C 80 gauge, 12.5% max. gradient). The range of last mile rail connection projects are in fact central to the 3-billion euro major infrastructure investment programme underway across the ports to ensure that by 2027 the ports will be on track to be completely integrated in the TEN-T North Sea-Rhine-Mediterranean corridor, upon the completion of the Terzo Valico hi-speed/hi-capacity Third Railway Line across the Apennines. 3 (good) reasons to visit the Ports of Genoa stand At Transport Logistic, from 2 to 5 June, the Ports of Genoa Stand 321/422 in Hall B2 will be teeming with members from Genoa-Pra’and Savona-Vado’s vibrant shipping community, eager to welcome you and to invite you to join our workshops, conferences and networking events. How to face the increasing challenges posed by the global supply chain and the geopolitical uncertainties Tuesday 3 June 15:00 hrsFROM GREEN PORTS TO GREEN CORRIDORSMatching market demands and logistics solutions for a sustainable supply chainDownload the programme >To register for the event > Wednesday 4 June 11:00 hrsWHAT ABOUT THE SOUTHERN ROUTE?How the Ports of Genoa logistics partnerships are reshaping the European supply chainDownload the programme >To register for the event > Matchmaking between logistic operators and businesses Networking events will provide guests with a pleasant opportunity to connect with the experienced professionals of Genoa and Savona-Vado’s port cluster. Wednesday 4 June 14:30 hrsSTRATEGIC NETWORKING: Ports of Genoa and Ceipiemonte logistic clusters meetingPanel discussion with the Ports of Genoa and the logistic operators of the Italian North-Western Region of PiemonteDownload the programme >To register for the event > Gastronomic Genoa... Genoa is naturally the birthplace of the celebrated pesto, so by following the scent of fresh basil it will be easy to spot the Ports of Genoa stand where the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority and the port cluster will be on hand to respond to all your queries. A great opportunity will be offered by the Networking Cocktail hosted by Spediporto at 11:30 hrs on Tuesday, 3 June at stand 321/422 Hall B2. To learn more, visit the website page dedicated to Transport Logistic 2025 >
- AI and robotics push ahead the digital transition of the Ports of Genoa The Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority and the University of Genoa have sealed a memorandum of understanding which marks the beginning of a strategic cooperation in the implementation of the “RAISE Project – Robotics and AI for Socio-economic Empowerment”, funded by the National Recovery and Resilience Plan, which is designed to promote the adoption of advanced technologies in port operations at the Ports of Genoa, Savona and Vado Ligure.
- Closer ties between India and Genoa Palazzo San Giorgio, the historical headquarters of the Port Authority, has, once again, provided a stunning backdrop to international trade relations, by hosting a high-ranking meeting between the newly appointed Consul General of India in Milan, Lavanya Kumar, and members of the Ligurian establishment and industry associations, in the course of the Workshop “India as a Strategic Partner for Italy”, organised by the Indian Chamber of Commerce in Italy.
- Container and bulk traffic boost overall port volumes in 1st quarter 2025 Upward trend in traffic volumes across the Ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado Ligure in the first quarter of 2025, with a +1.4% increase in total cargo throughput to 15,820,730 tons and a +10% surge in container traffic to 725,344 teus, compared to the corresponding period of the previous year. Moderate growth notwithstanding the uncertain global economic outlook fuelled by the US tariff hikes.
- A major stride in the intermodal development of the Port of Genoa With the departure of the first freight train in April, the upgraded Rugna rail yard is now fully operational across the Port of Genoa’s Sampierdarena basin. The recent inauguration of the new modern and high-performing rail shunting yard is a prime example of the successful public-private partnership struck between the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority and its port terminal operators.
- Cruise Special We are in Seatrade Miami, at the heart of the global cruise industry From 7th to 10th April, the Ports of Genoa were in Miami to attend the Seatrade Cruise Global 2025, the leading international trade fair for the cruise industry, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, bringing together more than 600 exhibitors, and over 11,000 visitors from 120 countries.The Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority took part in the Assoporti – Association of Italian Ports pavilion, CruiseItaly, located at stand number 1806 in the Exhibition Hall.The Ports of Genoa and Savona are a premier hub for over 5 million passengers annually, and market leader in the cruise port industry, ranking amongst the most popular turnaround and transit ports in Italy and in the Mediterranean, with a total of 440 calls and 2.3 million passengersregistered in 2024.The Ports of Genoa coordinate and oversee the activities of the cruise terminals, ensuring the full range of high-quality efficient passenger services. The terminals are equipped with modern facilities to accommodate cruise passengers, with a strong focus on logistics management and environmental sustainability. Specifically, Stazioni Marittime Genova, homeport of MSC Cruises, recorded 304 port calls in 2024, accommodating a total of 1,531,406 passengers, with 600,011 embarking at the Port of Genoa. Meanwhile, Savona's Palacrociere, the main turnaround port for Costa Crociere, reported 133 ship port calls and 753,000 passengers.The cruise sector is experiencing a general surge in volumes worldwide, with increases in passenger throughput also forecast at the Western Ligurian Sea Ports. Data released by CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association) point to a total economic value of € 14.7 billion across Italy, € 6.6 billion of which generated directly, with the remainder € 8.1 billion deriving from indirect and spillover effects. The cruise industry contributes a total of € 6.3 billion to the Italian GDP and supports over 96,000 jobs, 8,700 of which are directly employed by cruise companies and 88,000 through direct, indirect, and spillover effects across the broader economy.The rapid growth of the cruise sector not only promotes tourism within port cities but also revitalises local shipbuilding and refitting industries, which significantly contribute to Italy's blue economy. Over a third of the jobs generated (38%) are indeed linked to the shipbuilding industry, contributing € 2.6 billion to the Italian GDP and representing 41% of the total impact. Cruising with a focus on sustainability The Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has recently commissioned PTS Group to conduct a study on the sustainability of the cruise sector in the Ports of Genoa and Savona, structured in three phases.The first phase involves defining the evolving scenario of the cruise sector and identifying and profiling the operators across the supply chain of the Ports of Genoa and Savona.The second phase entails gathering information on the economic driving forces of the cruise sector to assess its impact upon the Western Ligurian Sea local community. This phase also includes analysing prospects for clean energy transition and synergies with the airport.The third phase completes the analysis of the impact of cruise activities by integrating information gathered in the previous phases with estimates of cruise passenger expenditure at the port-city. This final phase focuses on understanding and quantifying the indirect economic impact generated by cruise passengers in the area and evaluating their experience and satisfaction in terms of port services and infrastructure. Enhancing, investing, growing The extensive infrastructure development plan for the cruise passenger ports of Genoa and Savona forges ahead. With an investment of over € 100 million, the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority seeks to address the significant challenges of the global cruise sector, ensuring that the ports are prepared to accommodate next-generation cruise ships whilst providing easy, safe and sustainable access for over five million passengers annually.The increase in cruise passenger traffic in Genoa and Savona is managed in compliance with strict environmental and sustainability standards. To minimise carbon emissions and noise pollution in nearby urban areas, the Port Authority has invested over € 60 million for the installation of onshore power supply facilities at the terminals. This infrastructure allows ships to switch off their generators whilst docked.In Genoa’s passenger port, the investment carried out by the Port Authority amounts to € 20 million for a system capable of generating a power output of 64 MW, with the first phase expected to be completed by the end of 2025. Alongside an additional € 32 million drawn from the National Recovery and Resilience Plan for the installation of OPS at the cargo port's docks. Similarly, at Savona’s cruise port, an investment of € 10 million is underway for quay electrification, scheduled for completion in March 2026.In Genoa, expansion works are progressing at the Ponte dei Mille Levante cruise terminal, with an investment exceeding € 24 million. The project involves reconfiguring the Ponte dei Mille Levante dock with the construction of a new terrace to enable the safe docking of next-generation cruise ships. Specifically, the project includes the extension of the eastern dock to 376 metres; the construction of the elevated terrace; implementing anti-erosion protection at the base of existing docks; and expanding the Calata Santa Limbania dock adjacent to the former Hennebique grain silos, subject to an extensive € 133 million redevelopment plan. The building will be transformed into a multifunctional hub serving the city and tourism; completion is scheduled for December 2027.Among the recently completed works are dredging operations, essential for ensuring safe accessibility by sea, thereby maintaining depths sufficient for the safe passage and manoeuvres of the ultra-large cruise ships. In both Genoa and Savona, the seabeds have been dredged to -11 metres.The upgrade of the docks at Ponte dei Mille Ponente has also been completed, with the aim of accommodating next-generation vessels; in addition to the retrofitting of the maritime station at Ponte Doria and the Cesare Imperiale promenade - a key welcoming point for cruise passengers.In the course of 2024-2025, Stazioni Marittime has also launched a € 1.5 million investment programme to reopen the western wing of the historic Maritime Station at Ponte dei Mille to passengers. The works include the retrofitting of the foundations using cutting-edge techniques and the reorganisation of interior spaces, which has freed up an additional 500 sqm for cruise operations.With a strong focus on sustainability, in Savona the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority (AdSP) is implementing two Smart Grid projects to improve the port’s energy efficiency across the installation of photovoltaic systems and energy storage solutions.These projects involve the creation of a Smart Grid combined with an energy storage system and a solar power generation plant, with investments exceeding € 13 million and € 11 million respectively. They have been designed to have a positive impact across the entire port area by enhancing the sustainability of both tourism and urban activities, optimising energy interaction with the public grid based on demand and time of use, and delivering significant benefits in terms of both network management and savings on energy from traditional sources. The commissioning of both projects is scheduled by 2026.For the past five years, the AdSP has been planning and investing in the Port of Savona across a series of initiatives, including the renovation of the main dock at Calata delle Vele in Savona and preparatory dredging works to accommodate next-generation LNG-powered ships, such as the Costa Toscana, with a total investment of € 17 million.Concurrently, Costa Crociere has conducted private investments of over € 5 million to refurbish and restyle the terminal and to boost operational capacity and passenger comfort, including the installation of two new boarding bridges at Terminal 1 for the XL-class ships of the Carnival group. Additionally, the lighting system has been replaced with energy-efficient LED lamps, and a project has been launched in partnership with Re-Cig to collect and recycle cigarette butts, transforming the filters into new plastic materials. The initiative has enabled the collection of over 8 kg of cigarette butts - equivalent to more than 27,000 cigarettes - and their conversion into recycled cellulose acetate, a plastic polymer that can be used in the manufacture of various objects and accessories. An integrated mobility hub for passengers from around the globe Given the many investments underway and the steadily growing number of passengers and tourists, the capacity to offer smart and fast public passenger intermodal transport services - services that facilitate travel between air, rail, and sea, to reduce the use of private vehicles - becomes increasingly important.For this reason, the AdSP is investing in a development plan to improve connections between Genova City Airport, the national railway system, and the passenger terminals of the Ports of Genoa and Savona. The main goal is to facilitate the mobility of the millions of passengers who travel each year by land, sea, and air within the port and urban areas of Genoa and Savona, integrating all modes of transport into a unified system to promote sustainable travel and reduce the impact on the cities that accommodate the passenger terminals.The plan includes several measures to improve links between transport hubs: the creation of an elevated "Moving Walkway" approximately 600 metres long, connecting the Genova City Airport with the future Erzelli/Airport railway stop, providing fast and direct access to the terminal; the construction of a 300-metre walkway connecting the Stazione Marittima to the Genoa Piazza Principe railway station, to improve accessibility and remove architectural barriers; and the redevelopment of a maritime railway station with a dedicated passenger platform and direct moving walkway link to the Palacrociere cruise terminal in Savona.Participation in Seatrade Cruise Global 2025 therefore represents a major international showcase for the Ports of Genoa and confirms the commitment of the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority to consolidate the leadership of the Ports of Genoa and Savona in the Mediterranean, focusing on innovation, accessibility and sustainability.
- The Dunes: the new urban park opens at Pra’ The new 1.8 km linear landscaped Dunes Urban Park has opened to the public at Pra’, alongside Genoa’s flagship container terminal and the southern bank of the canal. A green waterfront recreational area in the heart of the port, designed to function as a visual screen and noise barrier between the cargo handling facilities and the adjacent residential urban fabric, is a prime example of successful city-port integration. The funding for the 14.5 million euro landscape architecture project was provided by the Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority across the “Investment Programme for the Recovery and Development of the Port and the City”, implemented in the aftermath of the tragic incident of the collapse of the Morandi Bridge. The design of the new green public space was contracted to the Milan-based landscape architects studio AG&P Greenscape and the works were carried out by Consorzio Stabile 3 Emme Difesa Ambiente e Territorio.
- Green Ports National Recovery and Resilience Plan: E-mobility tender kicks off The Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority has launched a call for tender, amongst local port concessionaires and terminal operators, for proposals for the purchase of E-cargo handling equipment and vehicles, funded by the Italian National Recovery and Resilience Plan. The initiative forms part of an extensive programme of investments implemented by the Port Authority to reduce the environmental impact of port operations and to reconcile energy efficiency and the protection of the environment with overall economic growth and an improved quality of life for the local communities in Genoa, Savona and Vado Ligure.
- The Ports of Genoa in Basel to discuss future scenarios for the logistics industry Amid global geopolitical tensions, trade disputes, climate change and bottlenecks, the international supply chain is undergoing disruption and transformation, so logistics management is fast becoming an item high on the agenda of European import/export companies.
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