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.
Little Can Be Done to Stop the Slide in Asia-North America Container Rates
Experts warn that carriers' efforts to cut capacity can only slow, not stop, the freefall of Transpacific rates from Far East Asia to North America amid overcapacity and weak demand.
International Shipping and Logistics Market Update - Week 32/2025 | Phaata
Phaata International Logistics Marketplace updates the international container shipping and logistics market for routes from Asia to North America, Europe... in Week 32/2025 (Aug 4 to Aug 10, 2025).
Maersk Opts for Cost Avoidance Strategy on Fees for China-Linked Vessels
Maersk plans to avoid new U.S. fees on China-linked vessels by redeploying its fleet rather than charging customers surcharges, a strategy that could lead to port congestion.
Trade Expert Predicts Tariff Fraud Crackdowns to Increase 200%
A trade expert warns importers to expect a 200% increase in U.S. tariff fraud crackdowns after new duties take effect.
USPS Proposes Peak Season Surcharges for Parcel Services
The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) is proposing peak season surcharges on parcels, a move aimed at covering costs but one that faces criticism over continuous price hikes.
Maersk Reports Strong Results for H1 2025
Maersk announced strong first-half 2025 results and upgraded its full-year guidance, driven by volume growth and operational improvements despite global trade volatility.
Air Cargo Charter Demand Soars as Thai-Cambodia Border Closure Halts Road Freight
The border conflict between Thailand and Cambodia has paralyzed road transport, forcing supply chains to shift to the air and causing a surge in demand for cargo charters.
Expeditors Posts Strong Growth in Q2 2025
Expeditors announced strong Q2 2025 results with solid growth in revenue and profit, bucking the trend seen by some of its competitors.
New U.S. 'de minimis' policy could cut DHL's profit by 3%
DHL Group reports Q2 profit growth despite lower revenue thanks to cost cuts, but warns a new U.S. 'de minimis' policy could significantly impact full-year earnings.
Asian Container Lines Face Profit Slump Amid Weakening Demand and Overcapacity
Following a short-lived boom driven by tariff front-loading, Asian container lines are projected to face declining profits in the second half of the year due to weakening demand and a supply glut.
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