MSC and ONE to Continue Ipanema Service Under New VSA from April 2027
MSC and Ocean Network Express (ONE) will continue operating the Ipanema service connecting Asia and the East Coast of South America under a new vessel sharing agreement (VSA) from April 2027, following Hapag-Lloyd’s withdrawal from the existing agreement.
COSCO SHIPPING Holdings Expands Asia-Pacific Service Network
COSCO SHIPPING Holdings is reinforcing its regional footprint across the Asia-Pacific through synchronized service rollouts across its dual liner brands, COSCO SHIPPING Lines and OOCL, integrating new feeder loops, hinterland intermodal corridors, and AI-driven digital tools.
Around 12% of Global Containership Capacity Affected by Port Congestion
Around 12% of global containership capacity is currently affected by port congestion, the highest level in four years, as schedule disruptions and vessel bunching reduce the effective capacity available to shippers.
International Shipping and Logistics Market Update Week 40/2026 | 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 40 (from Sep 28 - Oct 4), 2026.
CMA CGM Completes $1.4 Billion Acquisition of FedEx Supply Chain
CMA CGM has completed its $1.4 billion acquisition of FedEx Supply Chain, significantly expanding CEVA Logistics’ contract logistics operations and strengthening its supply chain capabilities in North America.
Sea-Intelligence: Global Schedule Reliability Falls to Lowest Level Since 2022
Sea-Intelligence’s August 2026 GLP report shows global schedule reliability falling to 49.9%, the lowest level since September 2022, while average vessel delays increased to 6.81 days.
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.
IATA: Air Cargo Demand Continued to Grow in September
The latest data from IATA shows that global air cargo demand grew by 2.9% in September 2025, but behind this figure is a reshaping of trade flows due to U.S. tariff policy, with a decline on the Transpacific route.
Sea-Intelligence: Global Schedule Reliability 'Stagnates' Around the 65% Mark in September
The latest report from Sea-Intelligence shows that global vessel schedule reliability was nearly unchanged at 65.2% in September 2025. Maersk continues to lead the carriers, while the Gemini Cooperation maintains its outstanding performance.
CMA CGM Strengthens Mediterranean Transshipment Network with Investment in Nador West Med Mega-Port
CMA CGM, through CMA Terminals, has officially partnered with Marsa Maroc to invest in and operate the new container terminal at Nador West Med, Morocco, aiming to solidify the carrier's position in one of the Mediterranean's key transshipment hubs.
Panama Canal Kicks Off Mega-Expansion Project, Drawing Interest from Global Giants
The Panama Canal Authority has officially launched the development process for new container terminals aimed at adding 5 million TEU of capacity, as the world's leading port operators and shipping lines attended the first meeting.
US-China Tensions Escalate: Wait Times at Chinese Ports Hit Highest Level Since 2022
Waiting times for bulkers and tankers at Chinese ports have surged to their highest levels since 2022 due to new port fee measures, causing supply chain congestion just ahead of a key U.S.-China summit.
USTR Port Fees: A Temporary Cost Problem or a New Structural Risk for the Maritime Industry?
The new USTR port fees are more than just a temporary cost burden. Analysis suggests they could represent a new structural risk, heralding the "weaponization" of the maritime sector and threatening the stability of the global supply chain.
Singapore and China Formally Establish Green and Digital Shipping Corridor
Singapore and China have just signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), formally establishing a Green and Digital Shipping Corridor aimed at promoting decarbonization and enhancing supply chain efficiency in the region.
International Transport and Logistics Market Update Week 43/2025 | 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 43 (from October 20 - 26), 2025.
US Airfreight Forwarders Warn of Cargo Backlog Risk Amid Prolonged Government Shutdown
The U.S. Airforwarders Association (AfA) is warning that a prolonged government shutdown could lead to staffing shortages at critical agencies like the TSA and CBP, risking cargo congestion and supply chain disruptions.
Transpacific Rates Spike Again, Defying Tariff Risks and Slack Season
The uncertainty that has plagued the global shipping industry this year flared up once again last week - but it may be signaling a welcome turn for carriers as rates unexpectedly climbed.
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