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.
Maersk Introduces Low Water Surcharge (LWC) on Europe–Canada Trade
Effective August 1, 2026, Maersk will introduce a Low Water Surcharge (LWC) on shipments from Europe to Montreal and Halifax, Canada, with charges of up to US$300 per container.
Maersk Adjusts Fuel Surcharges for Inland Transport Services Across Multiple European Markets
Maersk will revise its fuel surcharges for inland and intermodal transport services across several European markets from July 20, 2026, in response to ongoing energy price volatility driven by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
Hapag-Lloyd Announces US$1,000 GRI/GRA Increase on North America-Bound Shipments
Hapag-Lloyd will implement a General Rate Increase (GRI)/General Rate Adjustment (GRA) of US$1,000 per container for shipments from the Indian Subcontinent, Pakistan, and the Middle East to the United States and Canada, effective August 15, 2026.
OOCL Reports Nearly 20% Revenue Growth in Q2 2026, Driven by Strong Asia–U.S. Trade
OOCL reported container shipping revenue of US$2.54 billion in the second quarter of 2026, up 19.8% year over year. The strong performance was primarily driven by robust demand on the Asia–U.S. trade lane.
Long Beach Port Handles 10.6% More Containers in June
The Port of Long Beach handled nearly 780,000 TEUs in June, up 10.6% year over year. Strong throughput in the first half of the year continues to support the port's long-term infrastructure investment plans aimed at achieving its 2050 development vision.
ZIM and MSC Add JAXPORT to ZCP-Amberjack Service, Strengthening Asia–U.S. East Coast Connectivity
ZIM and MSC have added the Port of Jacksonville (JAXPORT) to their ZCP-Amberjack container service, enhancing weekly connections between Asia and the U.S. East Coast while expanding transshipment access to Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Mediterranean.
U.S. Reimposes Maritime Blockade on Iran as Tensions Escalate in the Strait of Hormuz
The United States has announced the reinstatement of a maritime blockade against Iran while pledging to safeguard freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz following renewed military clashes. The escalating tensions have pushed oil prices sharply higher and intensified concerns over the resilience of the global energy supply chain.
CMA CGM Notre Dame Completes Maiden Port Call at Rotterdam
CMA CGM Notre Dame, the world's largest LNG-powered container ship with a capacity of 24,212 TEU, has completed its maiden call at the Port of Rotterdam and successfully carried out its first bio-LNG bunkering operation, marking another milestone in CMA CGM's strategy to advance low-emission shipping.
Container Ship Attack Deepens Maritime Security Crisis in the Strait of Hormuz
The attack on a 7,000-TEU container ship in the Strait of Hormuz has further escalated tensions between the United States and Iran, triggering retaliatory airstrikes and raising fresh concerns over maritime security along one of the world's most strategically important shipping lanes.
International Shipping and Logistics Market Update Week 28/2026 | 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 28 (from Jul 06 - Jul 12), 2026.
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