18 Maritime Nations Warn of a “Structural Shift” in Global Trade
The 18-member Consultative Shipping Group (CSG) has warned that conflicts, trade barriers and the growing use of “shadow fleets” are increasing fragmentation and risks across global maritime trade.
Rotterdam World Gateway Completes €500 Million Financing for Expansion Project
Rotterdam World Gateway (RWG) has completed financing for the final phase of its €500 million container terminal expansion project at Maasvlakte 2, with the overall expansion set to increase annual capacity to 5 million TEU.
Maersk Updates PSS for Mediterranean–North America Trade
Maersk will introduce a new Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for cargo moving from the Mediterranean to the US and Canada from 7 October 2026, at a rate of USD 250 per container or EUR 220 per container.
Hapag-Lloyd and FIMI Given 30 More Days to Restructure ZIM Deal
Israel has given Hapag-Lloyd and investment fund FIMI another 30 days to adjust the structure of their proposed $4.2 billion acquisition of ZIM, including a proposal to lower the foreign ownership threshold in New ZIM to 10%.
International Shipping and Logistics Market Update Week 36/2026 | 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 36 (from Aug 31 - Sep 06), 2026.
Maersk and ONE Hike Environmental Surcharges on Asia–Europe Trades Effective October 2026
Maersk and ONE are set to raise their environmental surcharges on Asia–Europe trade lanes starting October 1, 2026, lifting rates to USD 170/FEU and USD 220/FEU, respectively. Shipments originating from Vietnam fall under the scope of these revised tariff structures.
German Seaports: Over 6,000 Port Workers Reject ZDS's 5.1% Wage Offer; Threat of Fresh Strikes Remains on the Table
More than 6,000 workers across six major German seaports have turned down a 5.1% wage hike proposal from the Central Association of German Seaport Operators (ZDS). Trade union ver.di has not ruled out further warning strikes, though no specific dates or locations have been announced.
International Shipping and Logistics Market Update Week 35/2026 | 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 35 (from Aug 24 - Aug 30), 2026.
Port Strike in the Netherlands on September 4: Rotterdam Could Face Nearly Eight Hours of Disrupted Vessel Handling
FNV Havens will stage a strike at the ports of Rotterdam, Amsterdam and Zeeland on September 4, 2026, halting vessel-handling operations for nearly eight hours. Port operations and inland rail services could be disrupted, potentially affecting cargo supply chains moving through the Netherlands.
Container freight rates under long-term contracts increased to a record 28.1% in July
Long-term contract container freight rates jumped 28.1 percent in July, the biggest monthly increase ever, according to Xeneta.
Shipping demand hasn't exploded globally, so why are freight rates so high?
Maersk's freight rates in the second quarter increased by 63% compared to pre-COVID, while global shipping demand increased by only 3%.
Top 10 largest seaports in Europe 2020
In addition to the three largest container ports in Europe, Rotterdam, Antwerp and Hamburg, many other large ports are also developing to form major gateways for European and global supply chains.
International shipping and logistics market (updated week 31/2021)
Update on the international logistics and container shipping market on Asia, Europe and North America routes in the week of 31/2021.
Vietnam rail transport connects to Europe for the first time
The booming rail transport from China to Europe has extended connections to Vietnam. For the first time, the railway has a container train running directly from Vietnam to Europe since the end of July.
COSCO schedules: Vietnam - Middle East & Oceania in August 2021
COSCO schedules from Ho Chi Minh to countries such as Australia, New Zealand, UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Jordan... (Download excel file).
COSCO schedules: Vietnam - South America & Africa in August 2021
COSCO schedule from Ho Chi Minh to countries such as Mexico, Colombia, Guatemala, Peru, Ecuador, Chile, South Africa, Nigeria... (Download excel file).
US FMC investigates eight container shipping lines for congestion surcharges
The US Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has launched an “Expedited Inquiry” into the operations of eight container shipping lines in relation to “congestion or related surcharges”.
ONE forecasts a profit of 6 billion USD in the first 6 months of the year
Shipping line ONE (Ocean Network Express) recorded a profit of $2.56 billion for the first quarter and forecast an after-tax profit of $6 billion for the first six months of the year.
Maersk reports record business results for Q2 and expects Q3 to be even better
AP Moller Maersk reported unaudited revenue of $14.2 billion, earnings before interest, taxes, and amortization (EBITDA) of $5.1 billion and earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) of $4.1 billion in the second quarter of 2021, due to increased demand for shipping containers.
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