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(16 articles)Hormuz Strait Disruption Causes Congestion at Indian Ports
Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime chokepoint controlling approximately 20-25% of global seaborne oil trade, are creating cascading congestion effects at key Indian ports. Vessel
Hormuz Strait Remains Unsafe Despite Trump's Fee Reversal
The Trump administration's decision to reverse or forego proposed Hormuz Strait transit fees does not address the fundamental security challenges that continue to threaten global shipping through one
CMA CGM Expands Syria Operations with Damascus Air Cargo Deal
CMA CGM, the world's third-largest container shipping company, is broadening its Middle East presence by establishing air cargo operations at Damascus International Airport, building on its existing c
Carriers Miss March GRI Targets as Middle East Disruption Moderates
Ocean shipping carriers failed to achieve their targeted General Rate Increases (GRI) for March, a significant development in an industry heavily dependent on pricing power to maintain margins. The sh
HMM Boxship Damaged in Hormuz Attack Set for Exit
HMM Namu, a South Korean container vessel operated by Hyundai Merchant Marine, sustained damage from a projectile attack in the Strait of Hormuz and is expected to resume operations within the month f
Politics Reshapes Global Freight Movement Patterns
Political dynamics are becoming a primary driver of freight movement decisions, particularly in the Middle East where geopolitical tensions and policy shifts directly impact traditional trade corridor
Gulftainer Launches Major Regional Logistics Hub in Gulf
Gulftainer, a major Gulf-based logistics operator, has announced the launch of a significant regional logistics hub designed to strengthen warehousing and distribution capabilities across the Middle E
Al Barrak Group Becomes Gold Sponsor of Logistics Middle East Awards
Al Barrak Group has secured a gold sponsorship position for the Logistics Middle East Awards 2026, marking a strategic commitment to the region's logistics industry. This sponsorship reflects the comp
Road Infrastructure Gaps Threaten Middle East Logistics Efficiency
The Middle East logistics sector faces a critical infrastructure challenge as road transport capacity and quality gaps constrain supply chain efficiency and create bottlenecks in distribution networks
ADNOC L&S Expands LNG Fleet to Six Carriers
ADNOC Logistics & Services (ADNOC L&S), a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, has added a sixth liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier to its dedicated fleet. This expansion represents a measur
Logistics Middle East Awards 2026 Shortlist Announced
Logistics Middle East has announced its 2026 awards shortlist, celebrating outstanding achievements and innovation within the regional supply chain and logistics sector. This annual recognition progra
Dematic Transforms Middle East Warehousing With Advanced Automation
Dematic, a leading provider of warehouse automation and logistics solutions, is driving significant operational transformation across Middle Eastern supply chains through advanced material handling te
Strait of Hormuz Disruption: Managing Supply Chain Risks
The Strait of Hormuz represents one of the world's most critical chokepoints for global energy and maritime commerce, with approximately 21% of globally traded petroleum passing through its narrow wat
Middle East Transshipment Shifts Double Southeast Asia Freight Rates
Recent shifts in global supply chain routing patterns are concentrating transshipment activity through Middle East hubs, creating significant upward pressure on Southeast Asian freight rates. This phe
Hormuz Strait Open But Market Clarity Remains Elusive
While officials have confirmed that the Strait of Hormuz remains completely open for maritime traffic, the container shipping market continues to grapple with lingering uncertainty about optimal routi
NEOM Port Fully Operational, Expanding Global Cargo Capacity
The Port of NEOM has achieved full operational status, marking a significant milestone in Saudi Arabia's strategic infrastructure development and positioning the facility as a key global cargo hub. Th