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 EffortsÂ
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
Navigating the Perils of the Cape of Good Hope: Why Real-Time Visibility is Critical for the Modern Supply Chain
Sailing around the Cape of Good Hope has long been regarded as a risky venture, even in the
FuelEU Maritime Regulation: Compliance, Costs, and the Strategic Advantage of Real-Time Visibility
With the FuelEU Maritime regulation set to take effect on 1 January 2025, shipping companies across Europe are
Heightened Safety Call from China’s Maritime Safety Administration in Wake of Recent Container Ship Disasters: Why Visibility and Data Insights Are Essential for Supply Chain Resilience
A series of recent incidents involving explosions and fires on prominent container ships have sparked urgent warnings from
MSC Expands Fleet with More Newbuilds, Betting Big on LNG-Powered Boxships Amid Growing Market Competition
Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), the world’s largest container line, has once again expanded its orderbook with a substantial
Navigating the Red Sea Crisis: How Houthi Rebel Attacks Are Disrupting Global Shipping and Fuelling Environmental Risks
Yemen’s Houthi rebels have been targeting merchant shipping in the Red Sea for months, creating significant threats to
Mexico’s Nearshoring Boom Faces Infrastructure Challenges, Industry Groups Warn
As nearshoring gains momentum, Mexico has emerged as a key beneficiary of companies shifting supply chains closer to
Weathering the Storm: What Shippers Can Expect from Container Shipping Markets Through 2025
As global supply chains continue to grapple with unprecedented challenges, shippers should brace for ongoing volatility in container
Global Supply Chains Under Siege: How Retailers and Manufacturers Are Racing Against Time Amid Trade War Fear
As concerns over an intensifying trade war between China and the U.S. mount under the Trump presidency, retailers
Maersk’s Strategic Shift: Navigating a Resilient Market with Renewed Focus on Sustainability and Technology
Maersk, the world’s second-largest container shipper, has delivered a surprising update to investors, reporting stronger-than-expected performance in the
Containership Fire at Colombo: Swift Action Averts Catastrophe Aboard MSC Capetown III
Containership fires continue to pose a serious threat to the global shipping industry, with the latest incident occurring
Rising Cyber Attacks Threaten the Shipping Industry: A Call for Enhanced Supply Chain Visibility
The shipping industry is facing an alarming surge in cyber-attacks, with IT infrastructure and ransom schemes increasingly targeted
Explosive Incident at China’s Port Highlights Critical Safety Concerns
In a dramatic turn of events, a ship carrying hazardous cargo exploded at the Port of Ningbo-Zhoushan in
Mapping the Future: Friendshoring and Real-Time Data for Supply Chain ResilienceÂ
There’s been a lot of talk about “friendshoring” since Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen first used the term in
Global Trade Shows Mixed Recovery: The Crucial Role of Supply Chain VisibilityÂ
Global trade activity is stabilising with a varied pace of recovery across different regions, according to Tradeshift’s “Index
Urgent Deadline Looms as China-to-US East Coast Shipping Transit Remains Over Two Months
As the lead time for Chinese exports to the US east coast remains just over two months, the
The LEGO Group Unveils Ambitious Supplier Sustainability Programme to Slash Carbon Emissions
The LEGO Group has launched a groundbreaking Supplier Sustainability Programme, urging its suppliers to take significant steps towards