Ocean Shipping Disruptions and Tariff Uncertainties Drive Incremental Air Freight Demand in Q4
Persistent maritime bottlenecks alongside looming tariff shifts could trigger an ocean-to-air modal shift through the fourth quarter, as high-tech hardware, semiconductors, and year-end retail volumes place added strain on key Asian export gateways, according to Dimerco.
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.
Maersk forecasts container volume growth but profit decline in 2025
Maersk forecasts a 4% increase in container volume in 2025 but profits could fall sharply due to rising operating costs and market volatility.
Hapag-Lloyd Announces Positive 2024 Results
Hapag-Lloyd announced its preliminary 2024 financial results, with revenue of USD 20.7 billion and a 5% increase in volume to 12.5 million TEU.
Partnership announcement: Global Sources partners with Phaata at Global Sourcing Fair Vietnam 2025
Global Sources has officially partnered with Phaata at Global Sourcing Fair Vietnam 2025 – a large-scale international exhibition featuring over 700 booths from 500+ reputable exporters. This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone in helping import-export businesses connecting with the most reliable and competitive logistics service providers in the market.
Xeneta: Container Freight Rates Continue to Fall in February
Container freight rates are expected to continue to fall in February due to the impact of the ceasefire in the Middle East and the Lunar New Year holiday, forcing shipping lines to control capacity to limit the decline.
Big changes in container shipping alliances in 2025
How will changes in container shipping alliances in 2025 affect the global supply chain? Get the latest updates on Premier Alliance, Gemini Cooperation and the strategies of major container lines.
International shipping and logistics market update - Week 5/2025
Update on international shipping and logistics markets for Asia, Europe and North America in Week 5/2025.
Ocean freight rates expected to fall as Middle East ceasefire takes effect
Ocean freight rates continue to fall due to the Middle East ceasefire and weak demand following the Lunar New Year, while shipping lines are stepping up capacity controls to limit the decline.
Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd launch “Gemini” cooperation
Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd officially launch the Gemini shipping network, with 340 container vessels, pledging to improve schedule reliability and reduce the impact of geopolitical instability.
Container Freight Market: A Game of Snakes and Ladders
The evolution of the global container shipping market, from price fluctuations, the impact of US trade policy, to the restructuring of shipping alliances and the development trend of container fleets in the context of a volatile world economy.
Asia-US container rates trend lower, but Trump tariff risk weighs on global trade
Asia-US ocean freight rates fell on the impact of Lunar New Year, but Trump tariff risk and shipping alliance restructuring could change the market in the coming period.
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