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.
Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd launch “Gemini” cooperation
Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd officially launch the Gemini shipping network, with 340 container vessels, pledging to improve schedule reliability and reduce the impact of geopolitical instability.
Container Freight Market: A Game of Snakes and Ladders
The evolution of the global container shipping market, from price fluctuations, the impact of US trade policy, to the restructuring of shipping alliances and the development trend of container fleets in the context of a volatile world economy.
Asia-US container rates trend lower, but Trump tariff risk weighs on global trade
Asia-US ocean freight rates fell on the impact of Lunar New Year, but Trump tariff risk and shipping alliance restructuring could change the market in the coming period.
International shipping and logistics market update - Week 4/2025
Update on international shipping and logistics markets for Asia, Europe and North America in Week 4/2025.
FIATA World Congress 2025, VLA launches Road Show: Green Logistics - Sustainable Destination
Towards the FIATA World Congress 2025 (FWC 2025) in Hanoi with the theme "Green and Resilient Logistics", the Vietnam Logistics Business Association (VLA) organizes the Road Show: Green Logistics - Sustainable Destination on February 12, 2025 at Rex Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City.
HMM Boosts Asia-East Coast South America
HMM is boosting its Asia-East Coast South America trade with a new FL2 service, offering efficient and reliable shipping solutions, while also expanding connections to Argentina and Uruguay through a dedicated feeder service.
Global Container Freight Rates Fall
Container freight rates have fallen sharply, with both the SCFI and WCI indexes falling, but alliance restructuring and new tax policies could support rates in the first half of 2025.
Lunar New Year 2025: Forecast of more blank sailings on Asia-North America West Coast (NAWC)
The Lunar New Year 2025 forecast is set to see record capacity increases on the Asia-North America West Coast trade, with historically low vessel availability and uncertainty surrounding the rollout of new shipping networks.
US Port Strike Threats Over, Container Rates Stable
Trans-Pacific Container Rates Stabilize After Strike Fears, Bringing Positive Outlook to Global Shipping Markets.
Asia-Europe Air Freight Growth But Challenges Face
Asia-Europe air freight growth in 2024 is set to be strong, with e-commerce and high-value cargo leading the way. However, geopolitical factors and operating costs are creating complex challenges.
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