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.
New Container Ship Orders to Rise by Over 50% in 2024
VesselsValue reports a sharp increase in new container ship orders in 2024, indicating a continued boom in the post-Covid container shipping market.
Concerns over Trump presidency impact on container shipping rates
Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential election could send global container shipping rates soaring as US importers rush to import goods ahead of new tariffs, according to Xeneta.
PIL Orders Five More Dual-Fuel LNG Container Vessels
PIL Shipping Lines has ordered five more 9,000-TEU dual-fuel LNG container vessels, bringing its total number of new vessels to 18, affirming its commitment to modernizing its fleet and moving towards green shipping.
Air Canada Reports 18% Growth in Cargo Revenue in Q3
Air Canada reports 18% growth in cargo revenue in Q3 2024, driven primarily by the Pacific market and strong 767 freighter performance.
Maersk's Q3 Profit Soars Despite Modest Increase in Container Volume
Maersk's Q3 profit surged on higher freight rates despite modest increases in container volumes, with revenue and profit from its shipping, logistics, and ports businesses all posting significant growth.
Port of Melbourne sees container volumes increase in September
The Port of Melbourne recorded growth in both import and export container volumes in September 2024, despite a decline in empty containers.
Sea-Intelligence: Global Schedule Reliability Drops to 51.4% in September
Global schedule reliability in September 2024 dropped to 51.4%, with Maersk leading the pack with the highest reliability, while Wan Hai trailed behind with the lowest.
International shipping and logistics market update - Week 44/2024
Update on international shipping and logistics markets for Asia, Europe and North America in Week 44/2024.
Red Sea Crisis Brings ‘Vessel Bunching’ to Pandemic Peak
Sea-Intelligence reports that vessel congestion on the Asia-North Europe trade has returned to its pandemic peak due to the Red Sea crisis, increasing the risk of port congestion.
ILA union at US East and Gulf Coast ports to resume contract talks in November
Contract talks between the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) union and a group of port operators at US East and Gulf Coast ports will resume in November to resolve outstanding issues, including the use of automation.
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