Embracing Volatility – How Data Is Revolutionising Freight Procurement
Market volatility has flipped the logistics script. Shippers have been forced to rethink how they procure ocean and
E-commerce Drives Two-Thirds of Airfreight from China as Rates Surge Amid Capacity Crunch
Ecommerce is reshaping the air cargo landscape, now accounting for an estimated two-thirds of airfreight originating from China. As demand
Asia’s Rising Stars: Vietnam, Thailand, and South Korea Ride the Wave of US Trade Policy Shifts
The planned tariffs on Chinese products by US president-elect Donald Trump are reshaping global trade flows, boosting containerised
Hapag-Lloyd Doubles Down on Green Methanol for a Decarbonised Future
German shipping giant Hapag-Lloyd has signed a ground-breaking agreement with China’s Goldwind to secure 250,000 tonnes of green
Evergreen’s Ambitious Growth: Expanding Capacity and Embracing Innovation
Taiwanese shipping giant Evergreen has made waves in the logistics industry by announcing a massive order for 60,500 new
UK Leads Europe with Record 1.29 Billion Parcel Deliveries This Peak Season
A new study commissioned by FedEx has revealed a staggering forecast for the 2024 peak season: UK parcel
US East Coast Port Negotiations Stalled Again Over Automation, Raising Concerns for Supply Chain Stability
East Coast Port Contract Talks Stalled Amid Automation Debate Negotiations over a new master contract between US East
Shanghai’s Bold Green Shipping Goal: Transforming the World’s Busiest Port
Shanghai, China’s largest metropolis and home to the world’s busiest port, has set an ambitious course to become
Maersk Halifax Sets Sail for Green Shipping – First Large Containership Converted to Methanol Fuel
In a significant milestone for sustainable shipping, Maersk has completed the conversion of its Maersk Halifax to run on dual-fuel
Biden’s $3 Billion Clean Ports Initiative to Revolutionise U.S. Port Infrastructure and Tackle Climate Impact
Today, at the Port of Baltimore, President Joe Biden announced the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) selection of
How Air Cargo Can Tackle the Carbon Challenge: The Role of Digitised Community Systems
Reducing CO2 emissions across the logistics industry is a pressing global priority, with governing bodies, regulatory frameworks, and
Vessel Bunching Surges Again: A Monster Challenge for Global Supply Chains
In its latest analysis, Sea-Intelligence has shed light on the growing phenomenon of “vessel bunching,” which refers to
Airlines Shift Capacity as Asia Pacific-North America Routes Surge Amid Christmas Rush and E-commerce Boom
As disruption from China’s Golden Week subsides, airlines are swiftly reallocating capacity to the lucrative Asia Pacific-North America
Hong Kong Strengthens Aviation and Maritime Sectors in Bid to Become Global Logistics Powerhouse
Hong Kong is making bold strides to cement its status as a global logistics hub, with significant initiatives
DP World Announces £1 Billion Expansion at London Gateway to Transform UK’s Container Trade and Supply Chain Resilience
DP World has unveiled a massive GB£1 billion (US$1.3 billion) expansion at London Gateway, with plans to make
ILA’s Fierce Fight Against Automation Escalates Amid Strike Disruptions: Ports Face Lingering Delays and Supply Chain Chaos
The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) has vowed to escalate its fight against automation, as the fallout from last
Port Strike Chaos Sparks Airfreight Surge: Shippers Brace for Disruption Amid Capacity Crunch
The recent confirmation of a potential strike by the US dockworker union ILA across east and Gulf coast
Montreal Port Strike Looms: Navigating Supply Chain Disruptions Amid Labour Tensions
The Port of Montreal’s longshore workers have entered mediation talks with the Maritime Employers’ Association (MEA) after voting
Prolonged Or Swift Strikes on US East and Gulf Coasts Could Disrupt Global Supply Chains
A looming strike along the US east and Gulf coasts threatens to unravel global container supply chains, with
US Port Strike Looms: Carriers Respond with Surcharges and Operational Halts as Disruptions Near
With just one week until a potential strike threatens to halt operations at US East and Gulf Coast
Breaking the Cycle of “Hurry-Up-and-Wait” in Container Shipping – A Call for Real-Time Supply Chain Visibility
The long-standing issue of container shipping’s “hurry-up-and-wait” scenario continues to plague the industry, leading to inefficiencies, higher CO2
East and Gulf Coast Port Strike Looms, With Devastating Economic and Supply Chain Implications
A strike across US East and Gulf Coast ports is looking increasingly likely today, as the White House
Typhoon Bebinca Paralyzes Shanghai Ports, Triggering Massive Shipping Delays Across Asia
Typhoon Bebinca, the strongest storm to strike Shanghai since 1949, has wreaked havoc on the city’s vital container
Amazon’s Climate Pledge: A Commitment Falling Short Without Supply Chain Transparency
In September 2019, Amazon made waves by announcing its ambitious Climate Pledge, committing to reach net-zero carbon emissions by
Rising Biofuel Costs Challenge Shipping Industry’s Decarbonisation Efforts
The maritime industry is at a pivotal juncture. As shipping giants scramble to meet increasingly stringent decarbonisation targets,
Breakthrough in German Dockworkers’ Labour Dispute: What It Means for the Future of Supply Chain Visibility
After months of escalating tensions and repeated “warning strikes,” a breakthrough has finally been reached in the labour
A New Era in Global Shipping: The Formation of the Premier Alliance and the Future of Supply Chain Visibility
In February 2025, a major shift will take place in global shipping alliances with the formation of the Premier
CSSC Unveils World’s Largest Container Ship and Groundbreaking Eco-Friendly Fleet at SMM Hamburg
At the prestigious SMM Hamburg Maritime Exhibition, China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC) made waves by debuting the world’s
Surge in Weather-Related Cargo Loss as Cape of Good Hope Re-Routes Expose Vessels to Extreme Conditions
The shipping industry has recently witnessed a significant rise in weather-related cargo losses and insurance claims, driven by
India Rises as a Key Player in Global Trade Amid Shift from China
In the rapidly shifting landscape of global trade, India is positioning itself as an increasingly attractive alternative to
The Shifting Influence of the Far East and Middle East in Global Trade
Global trade is changing fast, with both the Far East and Middle East playing major roles. While the
Weathering Unreliable Waters: The Struggle for Schedule Consistency in Global Shipping
Sea-Intelligence has released issue 156 of the Global Liner Performance (GLP) report, offering a comprehensive overview of schedule
Surge in Asia-Europe Container Trade Reflects Shifting Dynamics in Global Logistics
In June, container exports from Asia to Europe surged to 1.59 million TEUs, marking an impressive 8% increase
Potential Environmental Catastrophe in the Red Sea: A Call for Supply Chain Visibility and Climate Impact Solutions
The Red Sea is on the brink of an environmental disaster, with the Greek-flagged oil tanker Sounion at the center