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.
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.
Africa calls on IMO to introduce global emissions levy on shipping
Africa is calling on the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to introduce a global emissions levy on shipping to promote green fuels, ensure a just energy transition and tackle climate injustice.
President Trump threatens to impose additional 50% tariffs on Chinese imports
President Trump has threatened to impose additional 50% tariffs on Chinese goods if the country does not withdraw retaliatory tariffs, escalating US-China trade tensions.
International shipping and logistics market update - Week 14/2025
Update on the international container transport and logistics market for routes from Asia to North America, Europe... in Week 14/2025.
Tariffs and de minimis rules send air freight rates soaring
Global air freight rates are soaring on concerns about tariffs and changes to US ‘de minimis’ policy, but the market could face a sharp decline in just a few weeks.
US rail stocks plunge after Trump announces new tariffs
US rail stocks fell sharply after the Trump administration announced a series of new tariffs, raising concerns about rising consumer costs and a negative impact on freight demand.
Air freight rates soar as Trump tariffs spur rush to import goods
Air freight costs from China to the US have jumped 37% as businesses rush to import goods to avoid Trump’s new tariffs. But the market is facing a sharp downturn as the US government prepares to eliminate exemptions for small shipments.
US exempts cross-border freight with Canada, Mexico in ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs
The US exempts goods subject to the USMCA from tariffs under its “Liberation Day” tariff, helping to further boost cross-border trade with Canada and Mexico, especially in the automotive sector.
Global reaction to new US tariffs
Donald Trump's new tariffs are shaking up global trade, drawing strong reactions from major economies. From China's countermeasures to the UK's relief and caution, and South Korea's comprehensive response, etc.
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African airlines' air cargo demand fell 5.7% in February 2025, the first decline since mid-2023.
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