Trans-Pacific shipping volumes have slowed considerably leading up to the Lunar New Year. This trend follows a sharp decline in the final months of 2025. Retailers primarily caused this earlier volume
by Update: Supply-demand imbalance puts ocean carriers on course for heavy losses
Title: Ocean Carriers Brace for Billions in Losses Amid Capacity Glut
The global ocean shipping industry faces significant financial headwinds, with analysts projecting heavy losses for carriers acros
by Update: White House delays furniture tariff increases for a year
The White House has announced a significant delay in its planned tariff increases on furniture imports. This decision means that the current 25% duty rate will remain unchanged for an additional year,
by Proposed Rail Merger Presents Mixed Outlook for Shippers
A significant proposed merger between Union Pacific (UP) and Norfolk Southern (NS) is currently undergoing federal review. This potential consolidation presents a complex picture for the shipping indu
by LTL Sector Adapts Capacity Amidst Market Uncertainty
US Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) carriers are strategically managing their capacity in response to a dynamic market. This proactive approach comes as demand conditions show no immediate signs of improveme
by US Coastal Ports Bolster Capacity and Inland Reach
Ports along the US East and Gulf Coasts are implementing significant infrastructure enhancements. These strategic upgrades focus primarily on two critical areas: improving intermodal connectivity and
by Update: Hong Kong to launch digital cargo tracking, data exchange network
Hong Kong is set to introduce a new digital network dedicated to real-time cargo tracking and data exchange. This initiative aims to modernize trade operations by leveraging up-to-the-minute informati
by Maersk Adjusts Red Sea Surcharge for India-USEC Route
Maersk has announced the waiver of its ‘disruption surcharge’ for vessels navigating the Red Sea. This specific exemption applies to the critical India-US East Coast trade route, offering potential co
by CMA CGM Unveils New Oceania-US East Coast Shipping Service
CMA CGM, a global leader in shipping and logistics, is set to launch a new service connecting Oceania with the US East Coast. This significant expansion of its network is scheduled to commence operati
by Asia’s Air Cargo Sector Navigates E-commerce and AI Demand
Air freight originating from Asia is expected to remain under significant pressure, a trend primarily driven by robust demand from both the expanding e-commerce sector and the burgeoning artificial in