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).
MSC’s Massive 100-Feeder Vessel Order: An Economic Paradox or an Ambitious Strategic Gambit?
MSC sends shockwaves through the maritime industry with an order for 100 feeder vessels (300,000 TEU) amidst global overcapacity. Analysts debate whether this is an urgent fleet restructuring necessity or a new geopolitical defensive strategy.
International Shipping and Logistics Market Update Week 47/2025 | 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 47 (from November 17 - 23), 2025.
Fire and Explosion on ONE Henry Hudson: Port of Los Angeles Triggers Emergency Response
A severe fire accompanied by an explosion occurred aboard the ONE Henry Hudson (8,212 TEU) at the Port of Los Angeles on Friday evening, forcing authorities to mobilize nearly 200 firefighters and tow the vessel to an anchorage area to ensure safety.
SITC updates Vietnam-Intra Asia sailing schedules in Dec 2025
SITC schedule for routes from Ho Chi Minh to Intra-Asia countries such as China, Japan, Malaysia, Bangladesh, Korea,... in Dec/2025 (Download excel file).
Mexico and Port Laredo Remain Top U.S. Trade Partners in August
Latest data for August shows Mexico remains the United States' largest trading partner with $74.4 billion in trade, while the border gateway of Laredo, Texas, continues to outpace major seaports to lead in cargo value.
WorldACD: Air Cargo Demand from Southeast Asia to the US Explodes
Week 46 data from WorldACD shows Asian air freight rates continuing to climb ahead of Black Friday. Notably, volumes from Vietnam, Malaysia, and Taiwan to the US recorded "skyrocketing" growth of 40-60% year-on-year, offsetting declines from China.
MSC’s secondhand acquisition spree hits 461 vessels
Latest data from Alphaliner reveals MSC has added three more vessels to its colossal fleet, bringing the total number of secondhand container ships acquired since 2020 to a "mind-blowing" 461.
Suez Canal Sees First Signs of Recovery
Latest data indicates that vessel traffic through the Suez Canal is showing signs of recovery in November following the Houthi announcement of a halt in attacks, sparking hopes for a return to stability for the vital artery connecting Asia and Europe.
Hapag-Lloyd Plans Investment in 22 New Vessels as Part of Fleet Renewal Strategy
Hapag-Lloyd is accelerating its fleet modernization program with plans to invest in up to 22 new container ships in the feeder segment, aiming to replace older tonnage, reduce reliance on the charter market, and work toward its Net-Zero 2045 goal.
New Shipping Alliance Launched to Tackle Ocean Plastic Pollution
A coalition of maritime industry leaders has officially launched the Maritime Association for Clean Seas (MACS), setting sights on reducing plastic and operational waste across the global maritime value chain.
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