International Shipping and Logistics Market Update Week 41/2026 | 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 41 (from Oct 5 - Oct 11), 2026.
Ocean Shipping Disruptions and Tariff Uncertainties Drive Incremental Air Freight Demand in Q4
Persistent maritime bottlenecks alongside looming tariff shifts could trigger an ocean-to-air modal shift through the fourth quarter, as high-tech hardware, semiconductors, and year-end retail volumes place added strain on key Asian export gateways, according to Dimerco.
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.
ONE Adjusts Emergency Fuel Surcharge Across Its Global Network
Effective 15 August 2026, Ocean Network Express (ONE) will revise its Emergency Fuel Surcharge (EFS) across its global shipping network, applying the surcharge to both dry and refrigerated containers.
Houthis Threaten to Target Vessels Calling at Saudi Ports, Escalating Supply Chain Risks
Yemen's Houthi movement has issued a direct warning to commercial shipping lines, ordering them not to load or discharge cargo at Saudi Arabian ports and threatening to attack vessels that fail to comply. The move has significantly heightened risks to energy supply chains and maritime operations in the Red Sea.
International Shipping and Logistics Market Update Week 29/2026 | 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 29 (from Jul 13 - Jul 19), 2026.
COSCO Shipping Bulk Orders Four Newcastlemax Bulk Carriers at CSSC Qingdao Beihai
COSCO Shipping Bulk has continued to expand its fleet by ordering four 210,000 DWT Newcastlemax bulk carriers from CSSC Qingdao Beihai Shipbuilding, strengthening its dry bulk transportation capacity while preparing for the industry's transition toward greener marine fuels.
MSC Restructures Transatlantic Network, Suspends NEUSEC2 Service
MSC is continuing to reshape its transatlantic network by suspending the NEUSEC2 service and integrating several port calls into the EcuadorNWC-USA service, aiming to optimize vessel deployment and improve operational efficiency.
MSC Introduces Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for North Europe–North America Trade
Effective 15 August 2026, Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) will implement a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) on cargo shipped from Northern Europe to the United States, Puerto Rico, and the Bahamas, with charges of up to USD 1,200 per container.
COSCO SHIPPING Launches CHX3 Service to Strengthen Peru–Costa Rica Connectivity
COSCO SHIPPING Lines has officially launched its weekly CHX3 service, providing a direct connection between Peru and Costa Rica. The new service is expected to enhance cold chain logistics efficiency and shorten transit times for cargo bound for Asian markets.
Commercial Vessel Traffic Through the Strait of Hormuz Falls to Its Lowest Level Since May
Commercial shipping activity through the Strait of Hormuz has dropped to its lowest level since May as tensions between the United States and Iran continue to escalate. Fresh attacks and the growing risk of a maritime blockade are raising new concerns over the security of global energy supply chains.
Maersk Introduces Low Water Surcharge (LWC) on Europe–Canada Trade
Effective August 1, 2026, Maersk will introduce a Low Water Surcharge (LWC) on shipments from Europe to Montreal and Halifax, Canada, with charges of up to US$300 per container.
Maersk Adjusts Fuel Surcharges for Inland Transport Services Across Multiple European Markets
Maersk will revise its fuel surcharges for inland and intermodal transport services across several European markets from July 20, 2026, in response to ongoing energy price volatility driven by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
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