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(18 articles)Typhoons Drive Global Port Congestion to Record Levels
Typhoon activity in the Asia-Pacific region has driven global port congestion to unprecedented levels, creating acute capacity constraints at key maritime hubs. This weather-driven disruption represen
US-China Port Fees Loom for Ocean Carriers as November Deadline Approaches
Ocean carriers are facing the prospect of renewed port fees stemming from US-China trade tensions, with a critical November deadline approaching. This development signals a potential escalation in tra
Port Congestion Hits Record: 4.3M TEU Vessels Waiting To Berth
Global container ports are facing unprecedented congestion levels, with a record 4.3 million TEU of vessel capacity currently waiting for berthing slots. This systemic backlog reflects structural imba
Crowley Launches Weekly Central America-Gulf Service via Port Houston
Crowley Maritime Corporation and Port Houston have announced the launch of a new weekly direct shipping service connecting Central America to the U.S. Gulf Coast. This expansion addresses growing dema
1.7M TEU Capacity Tied Up in Shipping Delays
The absorption of 1.7 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units) of vessel capacity due to shipping delays represents a significant structural challenge in global ocean freight. This volume effectivel
European Port Traffic Split in H1 2026 as Export Demand Softens
European ports are experiencing divergent traffic patterns in the first half of 2026, with a notable softening in export volumes according to port traffic data. This split reflects broader weakening i
Panama Canal Drought & Congestion Threaten Global Trade Routes
The Panama Canal is experiencing compounding congestion driven by two critical factors: the geopolitical disruption caused by Middle East tensions redirecting traffic patterns, and imminent low-water
Container Lines Increase Owned Fleet to 63% — Strategic Shift
Container shipping lines have significantly increased their owned fleet share to 63%, marking a structural shift in how the industry manages capacity and controls supply chain infrastructure. This mov
Port of Long Beach Cargo Surges 10.6% in June
The Port of Long Beach recorded a 10.6% increase in cargo volume during June, reflecting strengthening demand across West Coast container operations. This represents a meaningful recovery signal for o
KRA Launches Advance Cargo Declaration Platform for Containers
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced the introduction of an advance cargo declaration (ACD) platform specifically designed for containerised shipments, with an August launch date. This digi
Yang Ming's 12,000 TEU Vessel Strengthens Asia-US Freight Corridor
Yang Ming Maritime has deployed a 12,000 twenty-foot equivalent unit (TEU) container vessel as a cornerstone asset in its Asia-United States trade network. This represents a strategic capacity expansi
CMA CGM Invests $1.4B in FedEx Logistics to Expand US Reach
CMA CGM, one of the world's largest ocean carriers, is making a significant strategic move to strengthen its presence in US domestic logistics through a $1.4 billion investment in FedEx's supply chain
Europe-China Railway Routes Transform Multimodal Logistics Strategy
The Europe-China railway corridor is emerging as a strategic pillar in multimodal logistics networks, according to Duisport leadership. This development reflects a broader shift in how European supply
Global Shipping Industry 2025: $14T Market Overview
This article provides a comprehensive examination of the global shipping industry as it operates in 2025, offering supply chain professionals a detailed look at the mechanisms driving a $14 trillion m
Asia-UAE Freight Rates Surge 700%: Container Costs Hit $7,000
Freight rates on the Asia-UAE trade corridor have experienced an unprecedented seven-fold increase, jumping from approximately $1,000 to $7,000 per container. This dramatic rate escalation represents
China Ship Fees Threaten $900/Container Cost Hike for US Ag
The Agriculture Transportation Coalition has raised urgent concerns about revived US port fee proposals targeting Chinese-built vessels, which could substantially increase containerized export costs f
Global Container Freight Reaches Peak: What It Means for Supply Chains
Global container freight markets are experiencing peak volumes, signaling a critical inflection point in the shipping cycle. This development indicates that the unprecedented surge in containerized ca
Global Container Market Trends and Forecasts 2024-2030
IndexBox has released an in-depth market analysis of the global transport containers sector, providing forecasts and strategic insights for supply chain professionals. The report examines container ma