Hapag-Lloyd Steps Up Talks with Israel, Details Revised ZIM Proposal
Hapag-Lloyd and FIMI have provided further details of their revised proposal for the ZIM transaction, including an additional Asia service, investment in Israel’s maritime workforce and stronger protection mechanisms under the Golden Share.
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.
Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA) announces latest upgrades
The Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA) has released the final versions of its Booking 2.0 and Bill of Lading 3.0 standards, which will enhance security, increase efficiency, and support global container shipping regulatory compliance.
As supply chains face uncertainty, Port of Los Angeles sets record January volume
The Port of Los Angeles posted record January container volume, up 8% year-over-year, reflecting economic growth and import trends ahead of the Lunar New Year.
International shipping and logistics market update - Week 8/2025
Update on international shipping and logistics markets for Asia, Europe and North America in Week 8/2025.
Weekly US rail traffic up slightly from 2024
US rail traffic increased 1.5% in the week ending February 15, 2025, driven by strong intermodal growth, despite a slight decline in freight cars.
COSCO SHIPPING names China's first methanol dual-duel container vessel
COSCO SHIPPING launches China's first 16,000-TEU methanol dual-fuel container vessel, marking a major step in green and sustainable shipping.
HMM conducts due diligence to acquire SK Shipping
HMM has been selected as the preferred bidder to acquire SK Shipping for KRW2 trillion. The deal has been hampered by a non-compete clause in the LNG business, but HMM is still pursuing its strategy of expanding its tanker and bulk carrier fleet.
CIMC receives full container order book until end of March
CIMC, the world's largest container maker, has announced that it is fully booked through March 2024 due to surging demand from the Red Sea crisis, with profits expected to increase 6-8 times year-on-year.
COSCO SHIPPING Lines Launches WSA5 Service Connecting China and South America
COSCO SHIPPING Lines officially launched the WSA5 service, expanding the trade connection between China and South America, optimizing transit time and promoting international logistics cooperation.
Tan Cang - Cai Mep International Terminal (TCIT): A trusted destination for the Premier Alliance in the Cai Mep - Thi Vai Region
Ba Ria - Vung Tau Province, February 17, 2025, Tan Cang - Cai Mep International Terminal (TCIT) proudly welcomes M/V ONE EAGLE - the maiden call of EC3 service operated by the Premier Alliance. This marks a significant milestone in TCIT’s strategic partnership with the alliance’s member shipping lines, reinforcing its role as a key gateway for global trade and unlocking new opportunities for import-export businesses.
Africa's economy forecast to grow positively in 2025
The latest report from the African Development Bank (AfDB) forecasts that the African economy will grow by 4.1% in 2025, with positive reforms but still facing many challenges.
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