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.
CNC launches NKT service connecting Korea, China, Thailand and Vietnam
CNC Line announced the launch of a new shipping service called "New Korea Thailand", abbreviated as NKT, connecting Korea, China, Thailand and Vietnam.
Maersk and JinkoSolar signed a strategic cooperation agreement
Chinese solar panel manufacturer JinkoSolar has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Maersk.
Container Applications (Vietnam) launched container sales channel
Container Applications (Vietnam) - A member of Container Applications International LLC. NYSE: CAI - launched container sales channel.
Why does Singapore still maintain its position as the world's leading port despite the pandemic?
With excellent shipping services and a very well-supported shipping business environment, the Port of Singapore has maintained its No. 1 position in the Xinhua-Baltic International Maritime Center Development Index (ISCD).
Port of Singapore continues to be the world's No. 1 maritime hub for the eighth consecutive year
The Port of Singapore continues to maintain its leading position according to the Xinhua-Baltic International Shipping Center Development (ISCD) Index as the world's No. eighth year in a row.
Air freight rates skyrocketed due to the difficulties of sea freight
Forwarders have said that a spike in demand for air freight will set a record very soon.
International shipping and logistics market (updated week 27/2021)
Update on the international logistics and container shipping market on Asia, Europe and North America routes in the week of 27/2021.
COSCO schedules: Vietnam - South America & Africa in July 2021
COSCO schedule from Ho Chi Minh to countries such as Mexico, Colombia, Guatemala, Peru, Ecuador, Chile, South Africa, Nigeria... (Download excel file).
Explosion from a container ship at Dubai's Jebel Ali port
Fire breaks out aboard a container ship in the port of Jebel Ali after an explosion rocked the city of Dubai.
COSCO schedules: Vietnam - North America in July 2021
The official sailing schedules of COSCO Shipping Lines for routes from Ho Chi Minh / Ba Ria Vung Tau to USA and Canada ports (Download excel file).
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