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.
OOCL orders 14 methanol-fueled container ships as part of major fleet expansion
OOCL is spending $3.08 billion to build 14 methanol-fueled container ships, demonstrating its commitment to expanding its fleet and transitioning to clean energy in the shipping industry.
Container shipping rates remain stable amid China-US tariff storm
Trans-Pacific container shipping rates remain stable despite the strong impact of US-China trade tensions, thanks to flexible coordination strategies from shipping lines and a shift to Southeast Asian markets.
US Gulf Coast ports see volume increase in March
Major US Gulf Coast ports such as Houston and New Orleans saw cargo growth in March 2025, despite tariff and global market volatility.
US diesel prices fall for third straight week, hit 2025 low
US diesel prices continued to fall to their lowest level in 2025, despite a slight rebound in futures prices, reflecting supply fluctuations and tensions within the OPEC+ group.
Trump plans to ease import tariffs to help US auto industry
President Trump is set to sign an executive order easing auto import tariffs to help US automakers and ease supply chain costs amid escalating trade tensions.
IATA: March sets new record for air freight as cargo builds up ahead of tariffs
IATA reports record demand for air freight in March as businesses build up cargo ahead of US tariffs, despite global trade policy uncertainties.
Kuehne+Nagel: Air freight continues to grow strongly despite tariff tensions
Kuehne+Nagel said its air freight business continued to grow strongly despite the US-China trade war, led by strong demand in the semiconductor and fresh produce sectors.
International shipping and logistics market update - Week 17/2025
Update on the international container transport and logistics market for routes from Asia to North America, Europe... in Week 17/2025.
Blank sailings soften drop in container spot rates
A surge in blank sailings has helped limit the decline in container freight rates amid weakening demand due to tariff uncertainty, with the market forecast to remain volatile in the coming period.
Drewry: Global container volume forecast to fall 1% due to trump tariff war
Drewry forecasts global container volume to fall 1% by 2025 due to the impact of Trump's tariff war, which has led to widespread uncertainty in the global supply chain and logistics market.
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