International Shipping and Logistics Market Update Week 41/2026 | 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 41 (from Oct 5 - Oct 11), 2026.
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.
Legend Cargo Logistics: Eight Years of Building Expertise and Trust on the Vietnam–North America Trade Lane
On September 17, 2026, Legend Cargo Logistics marked its eighth anniversary. From day one, the company chose to focus on the Vietnam–North America trade lane, and that decision has since become a strong foundation for its business: an NVOCC license issued by the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission (FMC), direct weekly LCL consolidation services to the U.S. and Canada, and LCL import solutions from the U.S. to Vietnam.
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.
Q1 2026 Report: North American East Coast Ports Gain Market Share Despite Throughput Decline
The North American East Coast (NAEC) port cluster recorded a slight decline in container throughput during the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period last year. Nevertheless, the region continued to strengthen its competitive position by expanding its market share relative to the U.S. West Coast. At the same time, performance disparities among ports within the region became increasingly evident.
Container Freight Rates on Asia–U.S. Trades Surge as Importers Rush Shipments Ahead of New Tariff Measures
Container freight rates from Asia to the United States have surged sharply, with some routes rising by more than 30% in just one week, as importers accelerate shipments ahead of the potential implementation of new U.S. tariffs. Port congestion, risks surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, and ongoing supply chain disruptions continue to add upward pressure to the market.
MSC Restores Transpacific Pearl Service on the Asia–North America Trade Lane
MSC will reinstate its Transpacific Pearl service this month using vessels with an average capacity of approximately 6,200 TEUs, strengthening direct connectivity between China and the U.S. West Coast amid signs of recovering demand on the Asia–North America trade lane.
Hapag-Lloyd Discontinues CCM Service Connecting Mexico and Central America from July 2026
Hapag-Lloyd has announced that it will discontinue its CCM service connecting Mexico and Central America from July 2026, as part of its ongoing efforts to optimize its shipping network across the Latin American region.
COSCO Orders Four LNG Carriers Worth USD 953 Million to Expand LNG Fleet
COSCO Shipping Energy has placed an order for four 175,000-cubic-meter LNG carriers worth approximately USD 953 million at Jiangnan Shipyard, as part of its strategy to expand its LNG fleet and capitalize on growing global demand for liquefied natural gas transportation.
Dry Bulk Shipping Market: Capesize Leads the Rally
The dry bulk shipping market posted solid gains over the past week, led by the Capesize segment as strong iron ore demand continued to support freight rates. Meanwhile, the Panamax, Supramax, and Handysize sectors remained mixed, reflecting differing supply-and-demand dynamics across key trading regions.
Global Container Shipping Schedule Reliability Reaches Highest Level of 2026 So Far
Global container shipping schedule reliability rose to 62.4% in April 2026, marking the highest level recorded since the beginning of the year. Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd continued to lead individual carrier rankings, while Gemini Cooperation maintained its position as the most reliable carrier alliance in the market.
Global Container Freight Rates Face Renewed Upward Pressure
Global container freight rates are facing renewed upward pressure as factors such as the Red Sea crisis, security risks in the Strait of Hormuz, transit restrictions at the Panama Canal, and carrier capacity management measures continue to reduce effective shipping capacity.
WorldACD Report: Global Air Cargo Volumes and Rates Slowly Establish a New Equilibrium
According to the latest data from WorldACD, the global air cargo market is entering a more stable phase following the holiday period in Asia. However, capacity constraints and spot rates remain elevated due to the prolonged impacts of geopolitical tensions in the Gulf.
Sea-Intelligence Q1 2026 Report: Ocean Carriers' Operating Profits Decline Sharply Under Freight Rate Pressure
Despite continued growth in global container volumes, a significant decline in freight rates combined with persistently high operating costs drove the combined EBIT of major container shipping lines down to just USD 1.35 billion in the first quarter of 2026.
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