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 on Asia–US Routes Near Pandemic-Era Peaks
Container freight rates on the transpacific trade continue to rise ahead of Golden Week, while capacity management, port disruptions and geopolitical tensions are adding further pressure to the market.
Maritime Tensions: Iran Attacks Vessel in Hormuz as Italy Prepares Independent Red Sea Escort Plan
Iran’s IRGC says it attacked an oil products tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, while Italy is preparing an independent escort plan for commercial vessels linked to the country transiting the Red Sea.
Luka Koper Achieves Record Container Throughput and Exceptional Growth in 2025
Luka Koper Group has reported record-breaking financial results for 2025, with container throughput hitting 1.27 million TEUs and net profit surging by 35%. The group also unveiled an ambitious €201 million investment plan for 2026.
Tensions Flare at Panama Canal: CK Hutchison Alleges Forced Evictions and Threatens Legal Action
Panamanian authorities have forcibly evicted CK Hutchison personnel from two strategic ports to facilitate a handover to Maersk and MSC. The move has escalated US-China geopolitical friction and sparked significant international legal risks.
Trump Raises Global Tariff to 15%: A Fresh Shock for Shipping Markets and Allies
President Trump has escalated his trade agenda by raising the global tariff to 15% following a Supreme Court setback. The move has sent shockwaves through the market, impacting supply chains and trade allies while triggering a potential $175 billion refund crisis.
Panama Formally Revokes CK Hutchison Port Concessions, Clearing Path for Maersk Takeover
Panama has officially gazetted the ruling to annul CK Hutchison's port operating contracts, allowing APM Terminals (Maersk) to step in as a temporary operator amidst intensifying geopolitical competition.
Defying Supreme Court Ruling, President Trump Announces 15% Global Tariff
Just one day after a major legal setback at the Supreme Court, President Donald Trump has aggressively escalated his trade agenda, announcing a hike in the global tariff to 15% while vowing to utilize alternative trade authorities to maintain his protectionist policies.
DHL Group Expands Air Cold Chain Network: A Strategic Leap in Global Healthcare Logistics
DHL Group has announced a strategic €2 billion investment to expand its Air Cold Chain Network, significantly enhancing its capacity to transport temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals and reshaping the global healthcare logistics landscape.
International Shipping and Logistics Market Update Week 8/2026 | 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 8 (from February 16 - February 22), 2026.
Port of Hamburg Intensifies Strategic Cooperation with India Following EU-India Free Trade Agreement
In the wake of the EU-India Free Trade Agreement, the Port of Hamburg is tightening its collaboration with the ports of Mumbai and Chennai. Recording a record throughput of 290,000 TEU in 2025, Hamburg has solidified its role as the strategic gateway for Indian goods entering Europe.
APM Terminals Expands Middle East Footprint via Strategic Investment in Jeddah Port
APM Terminals has officially acquired a 37.5% stake in the Southern Container Terminal (SCT) in Jeddah from DP World. Explore the strategic move that empowers the company to expand its network across the Middle East and the Red Sea region.
Trump Triggers 'Plan B': 10% Global Tariff Imposed After Supreme Court Strikes Down Emergency Trade Powers
President Trump has moved to impose a 10% global tariff under Section 122 after the Supreme Court rejected his authority under IEEPA. This marks the first widespread use of this specific legal tool, ushering in a challenging 150-day window for importers.
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