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.
THE Alliance updates services on Transpacific-East Coast route
Container shipping alliance THE Alliance will suspend EC4 services from week 46 and adjust existing EC1, EC2 and EC5 services.
International shipping and logistics market update - Week 43/2023
International logistics and container shipping market update on Asia, Europe and North America routes in the week of 43/2023.
10% of Ashdod Port staff recruited by Israeli army, war risk surcharges announced
Israel-Hamas War: 10% of Ashdod Port staff employed by Israeli military, war-related surcharges announced for the first time.
Forwarders warned of delays and disruptions to air freight services to and from Israel
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas continues to affect air and express transport to Israel and the surrounding area.
International shipping and logistics market update - Week 42/2023
International logistics and container shipping market update on Asia, Europe and North America routes in the week of 42/2023.
Barcelona Port's Container Traffic Drops in First Half of 2023
The port of Barcelona's container traffic declined by 11% in the first half of 2023, but hinterland traffic and dry bulk and car traffic performed better; Liquid bulk transit declined by 15.8%.
Blank Sailings Boost Ningbo Containerized Freight Index
Blank sailings and other factors boosted the Ningbo Containerized Freight Index in Week 41; The index rose 4.8% to 622.2 points, continuing its upward trend for two weeks.
Carrier Profits Have Little Impact on Inflation
Carrier profits have a small impact on inflation, accounting for only 0.9% of the cumulative inflation over the period of 2020-2022. The sharp drop in carrier profits in 2023 will add a deflationary component to world inflation.
Sea-Intelligence: Global container demand 6-7% below GDP since 2019
Global container demand has been below GDP growth by 6-7% since 2019, which is bad news for carriers who are currently taking delivery of a significant number of new ships.
Exports to the US from Asia grow in September
Containerized export volume from 10 major Asian economies to the United States reached 1.61 million TEU in September, up 5.2% over the same period last year.
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