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 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.
CMA CGM Announces Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for Asia - North Europe Trade
CMA CGM has announced the implementation of a $250/TEU Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for cargo moving from Asia to North Europe starting December 29, 2025.
CMA CGM Officially Names 15,000 TEU Methanol Dual-Fuel Container Ship 'CMA CGM EUGENIE'
CMA CGM has officially introduced the CMA CGM EUGENIE, a 15,000 TEU methanol dual-fuel container ship. The vessel will be deployed on the BEX2 route, connecting Asia, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean to bolster global trade connectivity.
2025 Newbuilding Record: The Spectre of Overcapacity Returns
The global container ship orderbook has hit 11.61 million TEU, representing nearly 35% of the existing fleet, after carriers set a new record for orders in 2025, raising serious concerns about supply overcapacity over the next four years.
Air Freight Spot Rates Rise 3% in Early December, China-US Route Hits New Peak
Early December data from WorldACD shows global spot rates rose to $3.01/kg, led by African markets and a strong recovery on the China-US route, despite this year's peak season being less volatile than usual.
CEVA Logistics Acquires Fagioli Group: A Strategic Move into the Heavy-Lift Sector
CEVA Logistics has signed an agreement to acquire a 100% stake in Fagioli Group, a world leader in project logistics and heavy lifting, aiming to complete the high-tech supply chain from design to final installation.
Polarized Ocean Freight Market: Asia-Europe Rates Surge Pre-Lunar New Year, While Transpacific Falters Despite Capacity Cuts
The container shipping market witnessed a stark contrast last week: while Asia-Europe rates rebounded strongly thanks to a year-end "mini-peak" and FAK hike strategies, the Transpacific route remained in the red despite efforts to cut capacity amidst severe volume shortages.
Next-Gen Cold Chain 2026: Securing Vaccines with Active, Connected, and Sustainable Solutions
As 2026 approaches, the vaccine logistics industry faces a new challenge: rapidly adapting to the 2025 WHO Guidelines, which require a shift in the cold chain from a reactive to a predictive model through active, data-driven, and intelligent packaging solutions.
COSCO Shipping Energy Inks Deal for 19 New Vessels Worth Over $1 Billion
COSCO Shipping Energy Transportation (CSET) has signed contracts for the construction of 19 new vessels, comprising 18 tankers and one ethylene carrier, with a total value of $1.08 billion. The move aims to restructure its fleet and transition toward LNG and Methanol dual-fuel systems.
International Shipping and Logistics Market Update Week 50/2025 | 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 50 (from December 8 - 14), 2025.
Navigating 2026 Volatility: Major Forwarders Restructure Strategies
Amidst a volatile market and geopolitical risks, global freight forwarders are aggressively preparing for 2026 by pivoting to non-US trade lanes, tightening cost controls, and ramping up AI investment to optimize performance.
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