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.
Linerlytica: To Balance Market, Scrapping in Next 4 Years Must Equal Last 25 Combined
Amid continuously falling spot rates, Linerlytica warns that the massive newbuild orderbook is forcing the container shipping industry to ramp up scrapping on an unprecedented scale to avoid an overcapacity crisis.
South Korea's Pan Ocean Signs $81 Million Long-Term Iron Ore Shipping Contract with Vale
South Korean shipping line Pan Ocean has secured a five-year, $81 million long-term contract of affreightment with mining giant Vale, strengthening its position on the Brazil to China trade lane.
Baltic Dry Index Surges, Led by Rate Gains Across All Vessel Segments
The Baltic Dry Index (BDI) rose to its highest level in over a week in yesterday's session, thanks to a simultaneous improvement in rates across all vessel segments, particularly Capesize.
COSCO Shipping Inks CNY 2.58 Billion LNG Carrier Deal with Japan's MOL
A subsidiary of COSCO Shipping Development has signed a sale-and-leaseback agreement for a massive LNG carrier with Japan's MOL, valued at CNY 2.58 billion, to expand its asset scale and secure stable long-term income.
Maersk Steps Up Investment in Cold Chain and Technology
A Maersk expert reveals new investments in cold chain and technology aimed at helping Asia's agri-exporters navigate global trade challenges.
The U.S. Tariff Storm: Global Air Cargo Industry Reels
The year 2025 has seen the global air cargo industry thrown into crisis by U.S.-China tariff barriers, forcing businesses to change strategies, reallocate fleets, and face a volatile and uncertain future.
International Shipping and Logistics Market Update - Week 34/2025 | Phaata
Phaata International Logistics Marketplace updates the international container shipping and logistics market for routes from Asia to North America, Europe... in Week 34/2025 (Aug 18 to Aug 24, 2025).
U.S. and EU Announce New Trade Framework, Reshaping Transatlantic Economic Relations
A new trade framework agreement between the U.S. and EU has been announced, including tariff concessions, major energy and tech commitments, and drawing mixed reactions from both sides.
Port of Los Angeles Gains West Coast Market Share in Q2 2025 Amid Market Downturn
New analysis from Sea-Intelligence shows that while U.S. West Coast ports saw declining volumes in Q2 2025, the Port of Los Angeles bucked the trend, gaining 2.8 percentage points of market share, primarily from its neighboring rival, the Port of Long Beach.
Port of Ashdod Enters World's Top 10 Most Reliable Ports for the First Time
In its debut on Sea-Intelligence's Global Port Reliability Index, the Port of Ashdod has impressively secured the 9th position out of 202 ports, cementing its status as an efficient and dependable logistics hub.
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