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.
Container freight rates continue to drop sharply on main routes
Spot rates on most major container shipping routes have fallen sharply year-on-year and are forecast to fall further in the next few weeks.
International shipping and logistics market update - Week 35/2022
International logistics and container shipping market update on Asia, Europe and North America routes in the week of 35/2022.
Reduced airfreight volume but high rates helped DHL achieve positive financial results
DHL group air freight revenue for the second quarter of 2022 was 2.8 billion euros, an increase of 40% compared to the second quarter of 2021, while airfreight tonnages decreased by 7.7%, down 477,000 tons year-on-year.
Container freight rates from Asia to the US continue to set a new decrease
The freight rate for a 40-foot container from China to the US West Coast has fallen below $5,000 for the first time since the spike caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, according to Shifl data.
Hapag-Lloyd announces Fleet Upgrade Program for Over 150 vessels
Hapag-Lloyd will upgrade its fleet of more than 150 vessels over the next five years; the vessels are expected to save about 10-13% fuel and CO2 emissions.
International shipping and logistics market update - Week 34/2022
International logistics and container shipping market update on Asia, Europe and North America routes in the week of 34/2022.
Port of Felixstowe strike could increase demand for air freight
Strike action at the UK's largest container port could worsen demand for already lacking air freight capacity.
Port of Felixstowe on strike, makes supply chains more complex
The eight-day strike at the Port of Felixstowe will further complicate problems with already disrupted supply chains.
Cargo shifting from air to sea as freight rates dropped and problems improved
Large volumes of cargo are shifting from air freight to ocean freight as sea freight rates plummet and congestion problems get better.
OOCL's profit doubles in the first half of 2022
OOCL posted a profit of $5.7 billion in the first half of 2022, more than double the same period a year ago, even despite a drop in container volume.
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