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.
ONE says: 'We sold out', but faced new hurdles in this 'incredible one year'
In a year of ups and downs and continuing rapid growth in the container shipping industry, a senior executive at the shipping company announced: "We have sold out."
Logistics companies complain to Maersk: ''moving from supplier to becoming a competitor
The major forwarders may abandon Maersk for fears that the carrier's new "integrated" and "aggressive" business strategy creates conflicts of interest and the carrier wants to cut forwarders out of its business.
Carriers use digital technology to limit the opportunities of freight forwarding companies
Container shipping lines are using their online platforms to move shippers away from freight forwarding companies and shift them to direct relationships with the carrier, according to freight forwarding sources in Europe and India.
Up to one-third of cargo volume is delayed in transit hubs: Ocean Insights
Volume of delayed freight at major container transshipment centers remained high in September and is expected to continue into the fourth quarter as carriers grapple with supply chain disruptions, according to Ocean Insights.
Long-term container freight rates increase on major routes
According to Bimco, after a while short-term container freight rates hit record highs on many main routes, long-term freight rates also tend to increase.
Shipper anger as THE Alliance adjusts November schedules on higher rates
Confidence is being "eroded" and the relationship between the shipping lines and their customers is becoming increasingly strained according to the European Shippers' Council (ESC) as lines announce more vessel cancellations and rising rates.
Far East-Australia demand pushes rates to levels not seen for a decade
Container freight rates from East Asia to Australia have reached a 10-year high, rising to over US$1,648/TEU as of 9 October 2020, according to the Shanghai Containerized Freight Index.
Maersk kicks off air freight services
Maersk has expanded its product portfolio to air freight with the first of the multiple chartered airplanes moved cargoes for a tyre manufacturer from Thailand to Japan on 11 October.
Maersk Line expects solid Q4 amid job cuts and soaring income
Initial third quarter results show that A.P. Moller - Maersk has boosted its revenue while volumes fell 3% on last year’s figures with the fourth quarter expected to see a strong performance, with some uncertainties for 2021.
CMA CGM regains online systems control after two weeks
CMA CGM Group has confirmed it has restored all the applications and main functionalities of its e-commerce websites, such as bookings, tracking, route finder, Myprices, and invoices.
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