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.
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.