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.
Cosco Shipping Holdings' Net Profit to Double in 2024
Cosco Shipping Holdings sees its net profit double in 2024, driven by strong growth in container shipping, fleet expansion and investment in green technology.
US tariff war directly affects only 1.5% of global shipping volume
Despite the attention, US tariffs have only directly impacted 1.5% of global shipping volume, according to Clarksons Research. However, the risk of escalation remains, affecting trade policy and international shipping routes.
MSC loses containers in storm off Portugal
The MSC Houston V lost at least 15 containers off Portugal due to a strong storm, forcing it to dock in Vigo to handle damaged containers and ensure maritime safety.
International shipping and logistics market update - Week 12/2025
Update on the international container transport and logistics market for routes from Asia to North America, Europe... in Week 12/2025.
Falling global container rates could signal overcapacity
Global container rates fell sharply due to weak demand after the Lunar New Year, combined with the impact of new shipping alliances and overcapacity, putting huge pressure on the shipping market.
Why hasn’t the shipping industry returned to the Red Sea?
Major shipping lines have been avoiding the Red Sea due to security risks, even though the route around Africa lengthens their journeys but boosts their profits through higher freight rates.
Fedex warns of economic uncertainty that will slash freight demand
Fedex cuts full-year profit forecast as economic and tariff uncertainty hits demand for shipping, particularly high-margin business-to-business services
Global shipping crisis deepens as Red Sea becomes dangerous zone
The Red Sea shipping crisis continues to deepen as shipping lines avoid the region, driving up insurance costs and causing major losses to the Suez Canal.
Container freight rates plunge, charter rates remain high: Shipping market faces uncertainty
Charter rates to container freight rates hit record 289%, while freight rates continue to fall sharply due to low demand for goods and oversupply of vessels.
OOCL sees strong 2024 earnings despite shipping industry challenges
OOCL sees strong earnings growth to $2.58 billion in 2024, driven by a recovery in global trade and strategic cooperation within the Ocean Alliance.
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