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(17 articles)Garland marks 250 years of logistics leadership across Iberian region
Garland, one of Portugal's oldest companies, is marking its 250th anniversary as a diversified logistics, transport, and shipping provider operating across Portugal, Spain, France, and Morocco. The co
UNICEF Expands Vaccine Distribution via Ocean Shipping
UNICEF is utilizing ocean shipping as a logistics channel for vaccine distribution, leveraging maritime transport to reach populations across multiple regions. This approach reflects the organization'
US-China Trade Truce Uncertainty: Verbal Deal vs. Official Extension
The US Treasury Secretary publicly announced a two-month extension of the US-China trade truce on September 23, extending the deadline from November 9 to January 10, 2027. However, critical discrepanc
India Port Volume Surges 7% as Freight Rates Jump 132%
Indian ports experienced a notable 7% volume increase in August, according to Jefferies analysis, reflecting strong containerized cargo demand across India's maritime infrastructure. However, this gro
Global Port Congestion Worsens: What Supply Chains Need
Global port congestion has deteriorated beyond initial forecasts, signaling a structural challenge to ocean freight networks rather than a temporary seasonal bottleneck. This escalation reflects compo
Strait of Hormuz Disruption Threatens Global Electronics Supply
The Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most critical maritime chokepoints, faces disruption with significant implications for global electronics supply chains. Approximately 20-30% of global oil pas
Pasha Group Appoints Ray Fitzgerald as President and COO
Pasha Group, a major U.S. ocean freight carrier, has appointed Ray Fitzgerald to the position of president and chief operating officer. Fitzgerald brings extensive experience in the maritime and shipp
Maersk Names New Head of Sustainability: What It Means
A. P. Møller-Mærsk, the world's largest container shipping and logistics company, has appointed a new Head of Sustainability, signaling a strategic commitment to deepening its environmental, social, a
Global RoRo Fleet Capacity: Major Car Carriers Operating in 2026
The automotive and heavy-equipment logistics industry relies on specialized Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) vessels to transport vehicles and breakbulk cargo globally. This analysis examines the leading RoRo
Bertha Storm Threatens Gulf Coast Port Operations
Hurricane Bertha poses a significant near-term risk to Gulf Coast logistics infrastructure, which handles roughly 20% of U.S. container traffic and a substantial portion of energy exports. The storm's
Global Port Congestion Crisis: Rapid Capacity Collapse Threatens Trade
Port congestion is emerging as a critical vulnerability in global supply chains, with terminals rapidly transitioning from manageable operating conditions to severe overload situations. The speed at w
Brazil Coastal Shipping Poised to Expand as Firms Cut Supply Chain Emissions
Brazil's coastal shipping sector is positioned for significant growth as logistics companies prioritize emissions reduction and seek alternatives to road-based transportation. The article highlights a
Asia-US Container Rates Soar 276% Amid Iran Conflict
The escalating military conflict between Iran and the United States has driven trans-Pacific container spot rates to extraordinary levels, with Asia-to-US West Coast pricing up 276% since late Februar
Container Charter Market Surges as Ocean Rates Rise Global
The container charter market is experiencing renewed momentum as ocean freight rates continue their upward trajectory, defying typical summer seasonality. According to market intelligence from Braemar
Algoma Central Updates Long-Term Fleet Strategy Amid Market Shifts
Algoma Central, a major North American shipping operator, has unveiled its long-term fleet strategy in response to changing market dynamics. The company's proactive approach to fleet planning signals
CMA CGM Acquires FedEx Logistics Arm for $1.4B
CMA CGM Group, one of the world's largest container shipping companies, is acquiring FedEx's logistics arm in a $1.4 billion transaction that signals major consolidation in the global freight services
FedEx Sells $1.4B Supply Chain Unit to CMA CGM
FedEx has agreed to sell its supply chain solutions unit to French shipping giant CMA CGM for $1.4 billion, representing a significant restructuring of the integrated logistics landscape. This transac