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.
Hapag-Lloyd and India Establish a Strategic Maritime Cooperation Framework
Hapag-Lloyd has signed three Letters of Intent (LOIs) with the Indian government to establish a strategic cooperation framework, encompassing plans for vessel re-flagging, building a ship recycling ecosystem, and developing the Vadhavan mega-port.
MSC Group Inks Deal to Acquire 50% Stake in Sinokor Maritime
A subsidiary of the MSC Group (SAS Lux) has officially signed an agreement to acquire a 50% stake in South Korean shipping line Sinokor Maritime. This strategic transaction establishes a co-ownership structure and fortifies the positions of both parties within the global shipping market.
The Overturning of IEEPA Tariffs: A Dual Shock to the Air Freight Supply Chain
The US Supreme Court's historic ruling to invalidate IEEPA tariffs is reshaping the trade landscape. A detailed assessment of the impact of the new tariff policy, supply chain risks, and the multi-billion dollar refund puzzle for the air freight industry.
Maersk’s Emergency Regulations on Empty Container Returns in the Middle East
Amid mounting instability at the Strait of Hormuz, Maersk has announced the temporary suspension of empty container acceptance across multiple key Middle Eastern markets. The carrier has designated alternative drop-off depots while hitting supply chains with hefty empty return fees of up to $3,000 per container.
The Future of the ZIM Deal: Regulatory Hurdles for Hapag-Lloyd and Maersk's Contingency Plan
Hapag-Lloyd's $4.2 billion deal hits regulatory roadblocks over Israel's 'golden share', paving the way for Maersk to ready a backup acquisition scenario.
Hormuz Shock: Over 204,000 TEUs at Risk of Being 'Trapped', Specter of Empty Container Shortages Returns to Asia
A network stress test by Sea-Intelligence indicates that the closure of the Strait of Hormuz could trap up to 204,000 TEUs of deep-sea capacity. This bottleneck not only paralyzes neighboring transshipment ports but also threatens to deprive Far East export hubs of their vital supply of empty containers.
CMA CGM's Pivot: Repatriating Fleet Under the French Flag as a Billion-Dollar US Pledge Remains in Limbo
CMA CGM unexpectedly announced it will flag a series of 24,000 TEU mega-ships under the French registry, pivoting away from its previous billion-dollar investment pledge to the US maritime industry, amid a reported profit decline in 2025.
International Shipping and Logistics Market Update Week 11/2026 | 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 11 (from Mar 9 - Mar 15), 2026.
February Tanker Market Review
The February tanker market report highlights a powerful breakout across the VLCC, Suezmax, and Aframax segments due to tightening supply, while the refined product (clean tanker) segment remained largely flat.
Asia-US Freight Rates Heat Up: US Considers Jones Act Waiver as FMC Scrutinizes Carrier Surcharges
Amid the Middle East conflict disrupting supply chains, Asia-US container rates are on an upward trajectory. While the US government contemplates a Jones Act waiver to cool oil prices, the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has officially stepped in to review carrier surcharges to protect shipper interests.
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