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.
Freight rates for intra-Asia routes skyrocketed
Intra-Asia shipping routes, from China to Vietnam, Thailand, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, are all seeing high demand, as factories in the region have recently reopened after shutdowns and need more raw materials from China.
Up to 59% of the total US container exports are empty
According to MarketWatch Data, up to 12.1 million empty containers were exported from the US by the end of October 2021, up 46.2% compared to 2020 and 37.8% compared to 2019.
International shipping and logistics market (updated week 50/2021)
Update on the international logistics and container shipping market on Asia, Europe and North America routes in the week of 50/2021.
The number of container blank sailings on the Asia - US West Coast service is up to 28%
Blanked sailings of container lines account for about a quarter of all sailings on the Asia- US West Coast shipping route due to port congestion and delays.
Hapag-Lloyd agreement to provide stable space for Hankook tires until 2024
Global port congestion and record-high freight rates, due to a global container shortage, prompted Hankook to sign a long-term contract with Hapag-Lloyd.
Port of Rotterdam sets new tariffs for the next three years
The Association of Rotterdam Shipbrokers (VRC) and the Port of Rotterdam Authority have signed an agreement on port tariff schedules for the next three years.
Air freight rates hit record highs
Air freight rates around the world have surged to record levels as shippers try to meet soaring demand over the upcoming Christmas season.
Maersk Spot restricts NAC booking, opportunities for small forwarding companies to have more customers
Rumors that Maersk will restrict some bookings from January 1 could represent a "big opportunity" for small forwarders to win over large multinational competitors.
Forwarders fear and 'don't have no clue' about freight rates next year
Spot container freight rates are picking up again on most routes, with a big spike expected in January ahead of the Lunar New Year holiday.
Lego is about to build a new factory worth 1 billion USD in Vietnam
The Lego maker on Wednesday said it plans to build a new factory in Vietnam to meet rapidly growing demand for children's colored plastic bricks across Asia.
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