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).
Maersk Restarts Test Voyages Through Red Sea
Danish shipping giant Maersk has executed its first voyage through the Red Sea in nearly two years, marking a cautious exploratory step as a ceasefire in Gaza kindles hope for restoring the vital Asia-Europe maritime artery.
Port of Los Angeles Forecasts Slight Dip in 2026 Volumes
Executive Director Gene Seroka forecasts a single-digit decline in 2026 import volumes for the Port of Los Angeles due to elevated inventory levels following a wave of frontloading. However, 2025 remains recorded as one of the three most successful years in the port's history.
CMA CGM Announces Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for Asia - North Europe Trade
CMA CGM has announced the implementation of a $250/TEU Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for cargo moving from Asia to North Europe starting December 29, 2025.
CMA CGM Officially Names 15,000 TEU Methanol Dual-Fuel Container Ship 'CMA CGM EUGENIE'
CMA CGM has officially introduced the CMA CGM EUGENIE, a 15,000 TEU methanol dual-fuel container ship. The vessel will be deployed on the BEX2 route, connecting Asia, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean to bolster global trade connectivity.
2025 Newbuilding Record: The Spectre of Overcapacity Returns
The global container ship orderbook has hit 11.61 million TEU, representing nearly 35% of the existing fleet, after carriers set a new record for orders in 2025, raising serious concerns about supply overcapacity over the next four years.
Air Freight Spot Rates Rise 3% in Early December, China-US Route Hits New Peak
Early December data from WorldACD shows global spot rates rose to $3.01/kg, led by African markets and a strong recovery on the China-US route, despite this year's peak season being less volatile than usual.
CEVA Logistics Acquires Fagioli Group: A Strategic Move into the Heavy-Lift Sector
CEVA Logistics has signed an agreement to acquire a 100% stake in Fagioli Group, a world leader in project logistics and heavy lifting, aiming to complete the high-tech supply chain from design to final installation.
Polarized Ocean Freight Market: Asia-Europe Rates Surge Pre-Lunar New Year, While Transpacific Falters Despite Capacity Cuts
The container shipping market witnessed a stark contrast last week: while Asia-Europe rates rebounded strongly thanks to a year-end "mini-peak" and FAK hike strategies, the Transpacific route remained in the red despite efforts to cut capacity amidst severe volume shortages.
Next-Gen Cold Chain 2026: Securing Vaccines with Active, Connected, and Sustainable Solutions
As 2026 approaches, the vaccine logistics industry faces a new challenge: rapidly adapting to the 2025 WHO Guidelines, which require a shift in the cold chain from a reactive to a predictive model through active, data-driven, and intelligent packaging solutions.
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