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.
COSCO: Updated sailing schedules for Vietnam - Europe services (Week 15/2021)
COSCO Shipping Lines (Vietnam) updates the latest sailing schedules from Vietnam to Europe.
Container throughput at major Chinese ports rose 10.8 percent at the end of March
In March, the throughput of China's major coastal hub ports increased by 10.8% year-on-year. Container throughput at eight major ports rose 14.5 percent.
Evergreen opens a new direct service connects Korea-Vietnam
Evergreen shipping line provides direct service connecting Korea and Vietnam for the first time. The new service is called KCV (Korea-China-Vietnam) starting mid-April.
COSCO: Updated sailing schedules for Vietnam - Asia services (Week 15/2021)
COSCO Shipping Lines (Vietnam) updates the latest sailing schedules from Vietnam to Asia ports.
FMC intends to require carriers to refund the unreasonable demurrage and detention charges to shippers
The US Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) is planning to help shippers "get money back" from "ridiculous" demurrage and detention charges (D&D).
MSC launches global pharmaceutical campaign
MSC is expanding its capacity to meet growing demand for transport solutions in the pharmaceutical sector.
Maersk, Zim and MSC launch a new service connecting Vietnam and China with the US East Coast
In May, shipping lines including Maersk, Zim and MSC will launch a new service called TP23 to connect Vietnam and China with the US East Coast.
INTERLINK – Partnership to Success
Interlink JSC, was established in 2002. Interlink provides customers with comprehensive logistics solutions and wide range of services such as: packaging, warehousing, freight, insurance, customs clearance, transportation, door delivery…
ONE suspends to receive booking for goods imported into Myanmar
The suspension of booking is due to severe disruptions caused by protests, ports near full capacity, limited resources for road transport as well as closed internet and banking services.
Empty container availability improves in Chinese ports
The prolonged short shortage of shipping containers in China is showing signs of easing, according to Container xChange.
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