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.
Malaysia sees container spillover as shippers divert away from China
The US-China trade tensions have created temporary container spillovers for Malaysian ports, posing both challenges and opportunities for the country’s logistics industry in the long term.
Rising Supply Chain Risks Drive Growth for Global and U.S. Logistics Firms
Rising supply chain risks are driving growth for the 3PL logistics industry, as shippers look to secure transportation capacity to hedge against uncertainty.
DHL Express to open $140 million cargo hub at Lyon airport
DHL Express is investing $140 million in a new cargo hub at France's Lyon airport that will increase its capacity by five times, to accommodate growth and expand its services in Europe.
Israel-Iran conflict yet to have major impact on shipping
The Israel-Iran conflict has yet to have a major impact, but there is potential for disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, while the Trans-Pacific market is highly volatile due to trade developments and shipping capacity.
Israeli ports remain unaffected by missile attacks
Despite the escalating Israel-Iran conflict, Israeli ports are operating normally, but the risk to the region's maritime industry remains high due to the risk of electronic interference and increased instability.
Container Volume at Port of Los Angeles Hits Two-Year Low
Container volume at the Port of Los Angeles fell to a two-year low in May, ending a long streak of growth that signals the negative impact of tariffs on trade.
Frontline tanker Front Eagle collides with Adalynn tanker off Khorfakkan
Frontline's VLCC Front Eagle and the "shadow" tanker Suezmax Adalynn collided off the Gulf of Oman, causing a fire, raising concerns about maritime safety amid increased GPS interference in the region.
DHL Express Canada to suspend parcel operations due to labour dispute
DHL Express Canada has announced a complete shutdown of its operations due to an escalating labour dispute with the Unifor union and the impact of new legislation, adding further pressure to the country's already troubled delivery industry.
How will the Israel-Iran conflict affect the oil tanker market?
The escalation of the Israel-Iran conflict has immediately sent oil prices and tanker rates soaring, but the long-term impact remains unknown, depending on the risk of disruption to vital shipping routes.
Shipping industry tensions as Israel and Iran fight fire with fire
The escalating Israel-Iran conflict threatens vital shipping lanes, sending oil prices soaring and putting global shipping at risk of major disruption.
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