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.
SITC updates Vietnam-Intra Asia sailing schedules in Oct 2026
SITC schedule for routes from Ho Chi Minh to Intra-Asia countries such as China, Japan, Malaysia, Bangladesh, Korea,... in Oct/2026 (Download excel file).
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.
Maritime Tensions: Iran Attacks Vessel in Hormuz as Italy Prepares Independent Red Sea Escort Plan
Iran’s IRGC says it attacked an oil products tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, while Italy is preparing an independent escort plan for commercial vessels linked to the country transiting the Red Sea.
Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd Accelerate Return to Suez Canal Amid Red Sea Risks
Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd are bringing four additional Gemini services back through the Suez Canal as carriers continue to assess security risks in the Red Sea and prioritize the safety of crews, vessels and cargo.
International Shipping and Logistics Market Update Week 27/2026 | 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 27 (from Jun 29 - Jul 05), 2026.
CMA CGM Raises FAK Freight Rates on Asia–Europe and North Africa Trade Lanes
CMA CGM has announced new Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates for shipments from Asia to Northern Europe, the Mediterranean, and North Africa, effective for sailings departing between 15 July and 31 July 2026.
Maersk Significantly Increases Emergency Contingency Surcharge (ECS) on Indian Subcontinent–Latin America Trade
Maersk has announced a substantial increase in its Emergency Contingency Surcharge (ECS), ranging from US$2,650 to US$4,550 per container, for shipments from the Indian Subcontinent to the West Coast of South America, the Caribbean, and Central America.
Hapag-Lloyd Adjusts and Raises Freight Rates on India and Pakistan to Europe Trades
Hapag-Lloyd has announced an upward adjustment in ocean freight rates for shipments moving from India and Pakistan to Northern Europe and the Mediterranean. The new rates will apply to vessel departures starting August 1, 2026.
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Asia–North America Container Freight Rates Surpass US$7,900 as Market Focus Shifts Away from Hormuz
Container freight rates on the Asia–North America trade have climbed above US$7,900 per FEU as robust peak-season demand continues to strengthen, shifting market attention away from security risks in the Strait of Hormuz toward tightening supply-and-demand fundamentals.
Hormuz Dispute Shifts Focus: From Freedom of Navigation to Control and Transit Fees
Indirect negotiations between the United States and Iran are showing signs of reaching an impasse as the core dispute over the Strait of Hormuz gradually shifts from ensuring freedom of navigation to determining who will control and levy transit fees on maritime traffic.
USD 1.4 Billion Deal: CMA CGM Acquires FedEx Supply Chain to Accelerate North American Expansion
CMA CGM has reached an agreement to acquire FedEx Supply Chain for US$1.4 billion, significantly expanding CEVA Logistics' contract logistics operations across North America while advancing the Group's strategy to build an integrated end-to-end logistics services network.
Expanding Its Presence in the Mediterranean: COSCO SHIPPING Ports-Led Consortium Wins Tarragona Multipurpose Terminal Project
A consortium led by COSCO SHIPPING Ports has been awarded the EUR 144.6 million multipurpose terminal project at the Port of Tarragona, Spain, marking another milestone in the group's strategy to expand its presence across the Mediterranean region.
MSC Invests USD 1.4 Billion to Acquire a 49% Stake in Adani's Vizhinjam Transshipment Port
Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has agreed to invest USD 1.4 billion to acquire a 49% stake in Adani Ports' Vizhinjam Transshipment Port through its port-operating arm, Terminal Investment Limited (TiL). The transaction represents the largest foreign private investment ever made in India's port infrastructure sector.
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