Hapag-Lloyd Steps Up Talks with Israel, Details Revised ZIM Proposal
Hapag-Lloyd and FIMI have provided further details of their revised proposal for the ZIM transaction, including an additional Asia service, investment in Israel’s maritime workforce and stronger protection mechanisms under the Golden Share.
IATA Calls for Stronger Controls on Dangerous Goods Across the Air Cargo Supply Chain
IATA is calling on stakeholders across the air cargo supply chain to adopt a multilayered approach to controlling undeclared or misdeclared dangerous goods, rather than relying primarily on security screening.
International Shipping and Logistics Market Update Week 39/2026 | Phaata
The international logistics marketplace platform Phaata provides an update on the international container shipping and logistics market for routes from Asia to North America, Europe, and more for Week 39 (from Sep 21 - Sep 27), 2026.
US Shippers Expand Port-to-Inland Connectivity to Diversify Supply Chain Risks
US shippers are strengthening connections between seaports and inland destinations to diversify supply chain risks, reduce trucking distances and make greater use of rail capacity.
Hapag-Lloyd and FIMI Submit Revised Proposal for ZIM Acquisition
Hapag-Lloyd and FIMI have submitted a revised proposal for the USD 4.2 billion acquisition of ZIM, adding provisions covering control rights, service routes, fleet, personnel and the maritime security of ZIM Israel.
China’s Airfreight E-commerce Volumes Fall 16% in August
Airfreight volumes of e-commerce goods from China fell 16% in August, with shipments to Europe dropping 40% after the EU introduced a EUR 3 customs duty on low-value goods.
Two More Oil Tankers Attacked in Strait of Hormuz as Risks Escalate
Two oil tankers were involved in incidents in the Strait of Hormuz on 21 September, with one vessel struck by an unidentified object, injuring two crew members slightly. JMIC maintains its threat assessment for the area at “Severe.”
Gemini shifts four services - AE5, AE11, AE12 and ME2 - to Suez routings
Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd are restructuring four Gemini services - AE5, AE11, AE12 and ME2; under the new routing, AE11 calls at Tanjung Pelepas before transiting the Suez Canal.
International Shipping and Logistics Market Update Week 38/2026 | Phaata
The international logistics marketplace platform Phaata provides an update on the international container shipping and logistics market for routes from Asia to North America, Europe, and more for Week 38 (from Sep 14 - Sep 20), 2026.
ZIM Expands ZMP Service to Include Cai Mep Port in Vietnam
ZIM has announced a significant expansion to its ZMP service, which links Asia with the East Mediterranean, by adding a new call at Cai Mep Port in Vietnam.
International shipping and logistics market update - Week 01/2024
International logistics and container shipping market update on Asia, Europe and North America routes in the week of 01/2024.
CMA CGM announces new freight rates from Asia to Mediterranean and North Europe
Container shipping line CMA CGM announced the application of new freight rates from Asia to the Mediterranean and North Europe from January 15, 2024.
OOCL launches its first eco-friendly container vessel in 2024: The 24,188 TEU OOCL Valencia
OOCL introduces its first eco-friendly mega container vessel of 2024, with a capacity of 24,188 TEU, named “OOCL Valencia”.
Charter rates for container ships soar due to Red Sea route diversions
In response to the ship supply shortage caused by route diversions in the Red Sea and detours around the Cape of Good Hope, shipowners have significantly increased charter rates, especially for larger ships optimized for long-haul routes.
SCFI index soared 40% as ships diverted around Cape of Good Hope
The SCFI freight rate index increased by 40% on December 29, 2023, as container shipping lines increased rates in response to capacity declines due to diversions in the Red Sea.
Cosco Shipping Energy Transportation orders to build 6 tankers running on methanol
Cosco Shipping Energy Transportation has signed a shipbuilding contract for six methanol tankers with Cosco Shipping Heavy Industry.
ONE launches new service connecting Japan, Taiwan and Vietnam
Shipping line ONE launches new service JTC, directly connecting Japan, Taiwan (China) and Vietnam.
International shipping and logistics market update - Week 52/2023
International logistics and container shipping market update on Asia, Europe and North America routes in the week of 52/2023.
MSC Statement on MSC UNITED VIII Incident in Red Sea
MSC confirms that on 26 December 2023 the container ship MSC UNITED VIII was attacked while transiting the Red Sea.
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