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(6 articles)South Korea Probes Chinese Container Cartel; $35B Trade Impact
South Korea's antitrust authority has launched a formal investigation into alleged cartel behavior among Chinese container shipping operators, with preliminary estimates suggesting the scheme has caus
South Korean Vessels Exit Strait of Hormuz; Shipping Recovery Underway
The successful passage of two South Korean vessels through the Strait of Hormuz marks a potential turning point in maritime logistics after a period of shipping disruption in this critical chokepoint.
HMM Rebuilds Intra-Asia Feeder Fleet with Hub-and-Spoke Model
HMM, South Korea's flagship container carrier, is pursuing a strategic expansion of its feeder fleet to rebuild market presence in intra-Asia trades, where its share had collapsed to 0.5% during the C
Samsung Labor Deal Eases Chip Supply Chain Disruption Fears
Samsung's successful resolution of labor negotiations has significantly reduced near-term disruption risks to global chip supply chains. The agreement prevents potential work stoppages that could have
South Korea pursues Arctic container shipping despite profitability hurdles
South Korea is making a strategic push to establish container shipping viability through the Northern Sea Route, with the Korea Maritime Institute completing a comprehensive feasibility study commissi
South Korea Warns of Iran Conflict Supply Chain Disruptions
South Korea has issued a formal warning regarding potential supply chain disruptions stemming from escalating tensions with Iran, signaling heightened concern across multiple trade corridors. This war