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.
M&A Deal: DHL Acquires South African Logistics Trio to Expand Its Ecosystem in Africa
South Africa’s Competition Tribunal has approved DHL's acquisition of a trio of domestic logistics enterprises, marking a strategic move to bolster supply chain capabilities following a 6 billion Rand investment.
Evergreen Invests $3 Billion to Expand Megamax Fleet
Evergreen Marine has officially finalized a $3 billion contract to build 11 new dual-fuel Megamax container ships (24,000 TEU) in collaboration with leading shipyards in South Korea and China.
Middle East Airspace Crisis Drags Gulf Airlines' Capacity Share Down to 4%
The Middle East airspace closure crisis has caused Gulf airlines' capacity share to plummet from 12% to 4%, triggering escalating freight rates and global air cargo congestion.
OOCL Q1 2026 Report: Revenue Records a 7.6% Decline
OOCL's Q1 2026 report reveals a market paradox: TEU lifting volumes increased, yet total revenue fell by 7.6% driven by the downward trajectory of freight rates.
MSC Extends Emergency Fuel Surcharge Amid Global Market Disruptions
In response to marine fuel supply chain disruptions driven by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, ocean carrier MSC has announced the extension of its Emergency Fuel Surcharge (EFS) until April 30, 2026. This decision applies to trades from the Mediterranean and Black Sea to Asia and Africa, reflecting efforts to offset bunker procurement costs across its operational network.
International Shipping and Logistics Market Update Week 15/2026 | 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 15 (from Apr 06 - Apr 12), 2026.
Transit Toll Dispute Freezes Prospects for Hormuz Route Recovery
The vital maritime corridor through the Strait of Hormuz remains at a standstill for commercial operations. Conflicting statements from Washington and Tehran regarding transit toll rights are elevating legal and cost risks, leaving vessel operators unable to re-establish routing through the region.
Strait of Hormuz Maritime Routes Remain Restricted Despite Ceasefire Agreement
Maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains practically restricted. Major container lines continue to avoid routing through the region due to security risks, while supply chains face the threat of new US tariffs and CMA CGM's strategic move to reroute via the Suez Canal.
Gulf Tensions: Iran Unilaterally Reconfigures Maritime Routes Through the Strait of Hormuz
Iran's maritime authority has issued a new Traffic Separation Scheme (TSS) in the Strait of Hormuz to counter the risk of naval mines. This move directly invalidates the international transit corridor established by the IMO, simultaneously placing commercial vessels under the strict control of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
Panama Canal Dispute Escalates: Hutchison Officially Initiates Arbitration Against Maersk
The legal battle surrounding port operations at the Panama Canal is taking a sharp and intensified turn as Panama Ports Company (PPC) officially files an arbitration claim against ocean carrier Maersk. This conflict is no longer confined to corporate entities, as it has begun to trigger profound reactions from Beijing.
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