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.
Ever Given shipowner blames SCA for Suez canal blockage
The owner of the Ever Given ship, which ran aground in the Suez Canal in March, blamed the Suez Canal Authority (SCA) for the accident and demanded an initial compensation of $100,000 for the detention of the ship.
CU Lines upgrades its Asia-Europe service
CU Lines has started to increase the frequency and capacity of its Asia-Europe service starting from June.
Container throughput at China's main ports up 15% in April
Container throughput at China's eight major ports rose 15% year-on-year at the end of April, with container exports up 17.5%, according to statistics from the China Seaports Association.
Soaring revenue brings record profits for HMM
HMM reported its highest-ever operating profit for Q1 2021 with strong increases in volumes and freight rates.
Evergreen's revenue up 35 percent in Q1
Evergreen's revenue was up 35% to TW$64.69 billion (US$2.27 billion), according to preliminary unaudited figures disclosed on 6 May.
Maersk forecasts that 2021 profits could double the target
Maersk forecasts that its full-year net profit could be twice as high as previous estimates, reaching between USD 9 billion and USD 11 billion.
COSCO schedules: Vietnam - Middle East & Oceania (updated week 17/2021)
COSCO schedules from Ho Chi Minh to countries such as Australia, New Zealand, UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Jordan... (Download excel file).
Wan Hai launches new services to meet the Vietnamese market demand
Wan Hai opens CI8 transport service connecting South China, Vietnam and Western India and VTV2 service connecting Taiwan-Vietnam-Thailand weekly.
COSCO schedules: Vietnam - South America & Africa (updated Week 17-2021)
COSCO schedule from Ho Chi Minh to countries such as Mexico, Colombia, Guatemala, Peru, Ecuador, Chile, South Africa, Nigeria... (Download excel file).
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