MSC and ONE to Continue Ipanema Service Under New VSA from April 2027
MSC and Ocean Network Express (ONE) will continue operating the Ipanema service connecting Asia and the East Coast of South America under a new vessel sharing agreement (VSA) from April 2027, following Hapag-Lloyd’s withdrawal from the existing agreement.
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).
Iran Closes Hormuz: Transport and Oil Crises Erupt
Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have reached a boiling point as Iran officially closes the Strait of Hormuz and threatens to attack any commercial vessel. This move directly threatens 20% of the global oil supply and plunges the shipping industry into a new crisis.
Dual Tensions at Hormuz and the Red Sea: Carriers Simultaneously Pull Back, Triggering War Risk Surcharges
The escalating conflict in the Middle East has forced the world's top container shipping lines to urgently suspend transits through the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea. Amid severe disruptions at major seaports and heightened security risks, the global supply chain is facing a new wave of freight rate hikes as the Cape of Good Hope routing scenario makes a comeback.
Red Alert at the Strait of Hormuz: Vessels Attacked, Shipping Giants Suspend Routes Amid US-Iran Conflict
Exploding tensions in the Middle East following US and Israeli airstrikes on Iran have pushed the Strait of Hormuz into a de facto "freeze." A series of oil tankers have been attacked, while shipping giants like Hapag-Lloyd, CMA CGM, and MSC urgently reroute via the Cape of Good Hope to safeguard their fleets.
Red Sea Crisis Returns: Nigerian Shippers Brace for a Wave of Vessel Rerouting and Surging Freight Rates
Middle East tensions force Maersk and CMA CGM to abandon the Suez Canal route. Nigerian exporters face massive risks as freight rates skyrocket, threatening delays and supply chain disruptions.
Qatar Airways Cargo Suspends All Flights Amidst Doha Airspace Closure
Qatar Airways Cargo has officially confirmed the suspension of all flights to and from Doha following an airspace closure order. Stay updated on the air traffic control situation and the carrier’s contingency plans for protecting sensitive cargo.
Regional Conflict Escalates: Major Shipping Lines Pull Out of the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz
Escalating regional conflict has forced top-tier carriers, including CMA CGM and Hapag-Lloyd, to urgently suspend transit through the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, posing a severe threat to the global oil supply chain.
Post-Lunar New Year Transpacific Freight Demand Softens Amid Capacity Restructuring
Transpacific shipping demand is showing signs of softening following the Lunar New Year. Total capacity has dropped by 3.2% as alliances reshape their networks and ocean carriers continue to implement blank sailing strategies.
U.S. Tariff Chaos: What Importers Must Do to Protect Their Interests
The U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling declaring certain tariffs unconstitutional has created a legal "vacuum" regarding refunds. What strategic steps should importers take to safeguard their interests and optimize their supply chains?
COSCO updates Vietnam-Intra Asia sailing schedules in Mar 2026
COSCO schedule for routes from Ho Chi Minh to Intra-Asia countries such as China, Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Korea, India... in Mar/2026 (Download excel file).
COSCO updates sailing schedules of Vietnam - South America & Africa in Mar 2026
COSCO schedule from Ho Chi Minh to countries such as Mexico, Colombia, Guatemala, Peru, Ecuador, Chile, South Africa, Nigeria... in Mar/2026 (Download excel file).
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