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.
Port Congestion Reaches New High Amid Peak Season Pressure
Global ports are once again facing significant congestion, creating growing disruption across major trade lanes and adding further pressure to already…
Attack On Containership In Hormuz Strait As IMO Pauses Evacuation
A containership has been struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, shortly after the International Maritime Organisation confirmed preparations were…
New European Transport Regulations Effective From July
Two regulatory changes are due to come into effect within Europe from July 1st 2026, with implications for some road freight operations, light commercial…
Carriers Announce July GRIs As Asia-Europe Capacity Tightens
Ocean freight rates on Asia to Europe services look set to rise again, with several major carriers already announcing General Rate Increases from 1 July.
A Decade of Change in Global Container Fleet Rankings
According to recent industry data, Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has continued to solidify its spot as the world's largest carrier by capacity. The…
Strait of Hormuz: What Should Businesses Expect In The Coming Weeks?
The US-Iran framework agreement, together with reports that the Strait of Hormuz is expected to reopen, has already had a positive impact on global markets.
Early Demand Spike For Asia Ocean Freight Services
Space and equipment availability on ocean freight services from Asia are becoming increasingly constrained as an early peak season begins to take shape.
President Trump’s Global Tariff Regime Dealt Another Legal Blow
This month, the US Court of International Trade ruled that President Trump’s current 10% universal global tariff, imposed under Section 122 of the Trade Act of…
Asia Ocean Freight Rates Set To Climb As Peak Season Approaches
Earlier this month, we questioned whether peak season would begin earlier than usual and whether it would bring stronger demand this year. It now appears we…
Iran Expands Control Measures Across Strait of Hormuz
Iran has intensified efforts to tighten control over the Strait of Hormuz as peace talks with the United States continue without any clear breakthrough.
Asia-Europe Peak Season: Strong Comeback Or Another False Start?
Last year’s Asia-Europe ocean freight peak season barely got going, which raises the question of what we should expect this year.
Sam Eggington Announces Retirement
After an incredible professional career, Sam Eggington has officially announced his retirement from, bringing to a close one of the most exciting and respected…
Trump Pauses Hormuz Support Following Containership Missile Attack
President Donald Trump has temporarily suspended his newly launched Project Freedom operation following a sharp escalation in tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.