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.
Hapag-Lloyd Steps Up Talks with Israel, Details Revised ZIM Proposal
Hapag-Lloyd and FIMI have provided further details of their revised proposal for the ZIM transaction, including an additional Asia service, investment in Israel’s maritime workforce and stronger protection mechanisms under the Golden Share.
COSCO schedules: Vietnam - North America in Oct 2026
The official sailing schedules of COSCO Shipping Lines for routes from Ho Chi Minh / Ba Ria Vung Tau to USA and Canada ports in Oct/2026 (Download excel file).
IATA Calls for Stronger Controls on Dangerous Goods Across the Air Cargo Supply Chain
IATA is calling on stakeholders across the air cargo supply chain to adopt a multilayered approach to controlling undeclared or misdeclared dangerous goods, rather than relying primarily on security screening.
CMA CGM Announces FAK Rate Increase on the Asia-Mediterranean Trade Lane Starting May 2026
CMA CGM has announced the implementation of new Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates from Asian ports to the Mediterranean region, effective May 15, 2026. The highest adjustment reaches $7,200/FEU for the Algeria route, aimed at ensuring network operational efficiency.
Hormuz Fertilizer Supply Chain Disruption: A Cascading Shock to Global Shipping and Agricultural Economics
The Hormuz chokepoint is 'freezing' 24% of the global bulk fertilizer supply. This shock not only ignites an input cost crisis but also directly threatens macro food security and inflation.
Red Sea Crisis Reshapes the Global Air Freight Network Structure
As security risks in the Red Sea escalate, shipping lines are forced to reroute, steering clear of the Suez Canal in favor of the longer voyage around the Cape of Good Hope. This move adds up to two weeks to transit times, creating a massive shift in logistics strategy and placing air freight at center stage to maintain the seamless flow of global goods.
Maersk Middle East Operations Update: New Restrictions and Emergency Freight Surcharges Applied
Amid escalating security tensions in the Middle East, Maersk has officially announced a series of emergency measures, including bypassing the Strait of Hormuz, imposing sweeping booking restrictions, and implementing a new Emergency Freight Surcharge.
The Unprecedented Plight of Seafarers in the Hormuz Crisis
Beyond the economic toll, the crisis at the Strait of Hormuz is pushing thousands of seafarers into a state of 'de facto captivity,' facing depleted essential supplies and psychological exhaustion, setting a dark precedent for the maritime industry.
Directly Connect with 500+ Verified Suppliers from Vietnam and Asia at Global Sourcing Fair Vietnam 2026
Global Sourcing Fair Vietnam 2026 serves as a golden opportunity for Vietnamese enterprises to gain direct access to over 12,000 international buyers and achieve breakthroughs in the export market.
Hormuz Crisis Reaches Boiling Point: US Navy Opens Fire to Intercept Vessel, Iran Establishes Toll Corridor
The Strait of Hormuz crisis has escalated severely following an incident where the US Navy opened fire to intercept an Iranian container ship, while Tehran unilaterally established a "toll corridor" in defiance of international sanctions.
Phaata Joins Global Sourcing Fair Vietnam 2026 as a Supporting Partner
Phaata is officially a Supporting Partner at Global Sourcing Fair Vietnam 2026—Vietnam's premier international sourcing exhibition. The event takes place from April 22–24, 2026, at the SECC in Ho Chi Minh City.
International Shipping and Logistics Market Update Week 16/2026 | 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 16 (from Apr 13 - Apr 19), 2026.
WorldACD: Air Freight Rates Skyrocket Despite Global Volume Decline
The latest report from WorldACD reveals that global air freight rates have surged by 37% year-over-year, defying a drop in volume due to holidays and ongoing efforts to restore belly capacity in the Gulf region.
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