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(5 articles)MSC and CMA CGM Impose New Panama Canal Surcharges
MSC and CMA CGM have announced new surcharges for transits through the Panama Canal, citing operational constraints and declining water levels as primary drivers. This move reflects the ongoing challe
AI Chips Drive Air Cargo Growth, Masking E-Commerce Decline
The global air freight market has defied expectations in the first half of 2026, posting a 4% year-on-year demand increase. However, beneath this positive headline lies a concentrated risk: semiconduc
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
Asia-US Container Rates Under Pressure; Fuel Costs May Limit Gains
The Asia-to-US container shipping corridor is experiencing upward rate pressure, driven by factors including seasonal demand patterns, capacity constraints, and shifts in trade flows. However, the mod
Westbound Ocean Freight Costs Spike Ahead of Peak Season
Westbound ocean freight costs are experiencing significant upward pressure as supply chain professionals anticipate the arrival of peak season demand. This surge reflects the typical seasonal pattern