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.
Trans-pacific air freight capacity recovers, still below year-ago
Trans-Pacific air freight capacity is recovering after US-China tariff cuts, but remains below year-ago levels.
US freight industry sees back-to-school demand pick up after tariff truce
A 90-day tariff truce between the US and China has raised hopes for a recovery in the US trucking industry, with increased imports ahead of the back-to-school season likely to revive domestic demand and freight rates.
Port of Long Beach records record container volume amid trade war impact
The Port of Long Beach set a new record for container throughput in April, but is expected to face a sharp decline in May due to the impact of the US-China trade war.
Israel attackes Yemeni ports, Houthi-run TV says
Israel struck Yemen's Hodeidah and Salif ports in response to Houthi missile launches, escalating tensions in the Red Sea region.
Pause and consequences: Container freight rates wait for new wave of demand
Container freight rates on the trans-Pacific trade are holding steady thanks to capacity adjustments, as the market awaits a recovery in demand following the US-China tariff pause.
Hapag-Lloyd: Q1 “pretty good” – but 2025 trends “pretty uncertain”
Hapag-Lloyd recorded a positive Q1/2025 with strong revenue and profit growth, but warned of a dim outlook for the full year due to global volatility and uncertainty in the US-China trade war.
Suez Canal cuts transit fees by 15% to lure container ships back
Egypt has cut Suez Canal transit fees by 15% for large container ships in a bid to lure them back, but experts say the decision to return to the Red Sea will depend on a security risk assessment.
Shippers unlikely to return to Red Sea route anytime soon despite ceasefire
Despite a ceasefire between the US and Houthis, shipping lines are hesitant to return to the Red Sea route due to security concerns and the limited scope of the agreement.
Pakistan ports face export bottleneck as India bans transit, forcing shipping lines to reroute
India’s ban on the transit of cargo from Pakistan has forced international shipping lines to reroute, causing export bottlenecks at Pakistani ports and pushing up shipping costs.
International Shipping and Logistics Market Update - Week 19/2025 | Phaata
Phaata International Logistics Marketplace updates the international container shipping and logistics market for routes from Asia to North America, Europe... in Week 19/2025.
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