Red Sea tensions rise as Houthis strengthen position near key shipping route
Security concerns around one of the world’s most important shipping corridors have increased following further developments in Yemen and the southern Red……
Miami Airfreight Operations Resume Following Cargo Aircraft Accident
Airfreight operations at Miami International Airport have returned broadly to normal following Sunday’s fatal cargo aircraft accident.
Westbound Continues to Grow Across Europe
Today, we are proud to announce another important milestone in the growth of Westbound Logistics Services by introducing Westbound Logistics Services (Sweden)…
Middle East Shipping Outlook Remains Highly Uncertain
Proposals from Iran and Oman for a temporary navigation corridor through the Strait of Hormuz offer a possible route towards safer passage, but significant…
A Tale of Two Different Ocean Freight Peak Seasons
This year’s ocean freight peak season is developing very differently across the major east–west trade lanes.
Port Congestion Disrupting China’s Major Export Hubs
Severe congestion is continuing to disrupt operations at several major Chinese ports following a series of significant storms this year.
Container Losses At Sea Highlight Risks For Importers And Exporters
A sharp rise in containers lost at sea last year has highlighted the continuing risks faced by global supply chains.
Suez Recovery Progresses Despite Red Sea Attacks Continuing
Signs of a recovery in Suez Canal traffic are growing, but recent events are demonstrating just how fragile that recovery remains.
Typhoon Dolphin Heads For Eastern China After Disrupting Japan
Typhoon Dolphin has moved across southern Japan and is now forecast to continue westwards towards China’s eastern coastline, with landfall currently expected…
Has Asia’s Traditional Peak Season Changed for Good?
Asia ocean freight availability remains tight, but there are growing industry suggestions that demand may finally be beginning to ease. Should that continue,…
European Ocean Freight Impacted By Heat And Drought
Persistent heat and drought are creating growing challenges for European ocean freight movements, with exceptionally low water levels restricting barge…
Panama Canal Cuts Booking Capacity As El Niño Threat Grows
The Panama Canal Authority is temporarily reducing booking availability as concerns grow over a powerful El Niño weather event and declining water levels…
US Tariff Deadline Could Be About To Shape Transpacific Trade
Declining sales-to-inventory ratios and increased forward ordering are believed to be among the main reasons behind the recent surge in transpacific volumes,…
Rising Logistics Costs: Plan Ahead In A Volatile Market
Global supply chains are once again facing mounting pricing pressure as the Asia peak shipping season gathers pace and the US-Iran peace process falters.