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Zim launches third China-USWC express service to tap freight surge
The latest express service from the carrier comes as spot rates in the eastbound trans-Pacific hover near their 2026 high late into the traditional peak shipping season.
FMC to host detention and demurrage ‘research symposium’
The event aims to foster a greater understanding of how charges for container usage and storage can best incentivize cargo flow, the US Federal Maritime Commission said.
Gemini partners say will shift India-North Europe service to Suez routing
All the vessels deployed on the ME1/IOS loop are operated by Hapag-Lloyd, which industry observers believe points to a more consequential shift in the carrier's overall risk assessment of the Red Sea corridor.
USTR urged to suspend Chinese ship fees until January or later
Almost all of the groups that submitted comments to the US Trade Representative said fees targeting China’s maritime industry would hurt an array of US industries due to higher transportation costs and reduced export competitiveness.
MPV operators more optimistic as congestion, vessel delays tighten capacity
The Journal of Commerce Breakbulk Ship Capacity Indicator fell to its lowest level since the index was launched in February 2025, indicating a decrease in available ship capacity for breakbulk and heavy lift cargoes.
Strike deadline at LA-LB ports delayed until Nov. 4: PMA
The Pacific Maritime Association said talks with ILWU Local 26 will continue with assistance from the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service.
Top ocean carriers sit tight within three-tiered reality: analyst
There are quite distinct tiers within the top 10 container carriers, and it's not easy — without huge investment or further consolidation — to move between them, writes Jeremy Masters.
India launches $1 billion plan to boost domestic container manufacturing
The incentive program will run through fiscal 2039-40 and is meant to neutralize China’s inherent competitive advantages as a container production hub, industry sources say.
Cosco targets intermodal services, e-commerce trade to boost earnings
That comes as the carrier posted strong third-quarter revenue gains on the trans-Pacific, Asia-Europe, and intra-Asia trades, buoyed by higher freight rates.
Industrial gas suppliers focus on AI buildout amid helium disruption
Air Liquide and Linde, major project cargo shippers, said despite measured improvements in supply, the global helium market faces ongoing pressure and uncertainty stemming from the war in the Middle East.
Strike deadline at LA-LB ports expected to be delayed to Nov. 4: PMA
The Pacific Maritime Association and unionized security personnel represented by ILWU Local 26 are likely to announce the short extension on Friday, the PMA said.
Scan Global Logistics inks deal to acquire Portland-based forwarder OIA Global
The integration of OIA into the Scan Global network will widen Scan's footprint in North America and Asia, enabling the combined company to offer more services including contract and project logistics, and customs brokerage.
Maritime delays can drive costly, complex switch to air freight: Tiaca
The challenge begins when a shipper decides that waiting for a delayed vessel is more expensive than paying a premium for air freight, industry leaders told the group's conference in Miami.
Oilfield service majors set sights on Middle East, Venezuela amid energy demand
But Baker Hughes, Halliburton and SLB, key drivers of energy project cargo, are also riding the wave of US data center demand to boost their work backlogs.
ILWU local threatens strike at LA-LB ports beginning Sunday
The strike threat from unionized security personnel comes as the Southern California gateway is already experiencing congestion and rising rail container dwell times due to record or near-record container volumes this summer and fall.
Car carrier operators further expand widening order book on robust outlook
The new ships join a ballooning backlog of vessels that has swelled to more than 200 ships totaling 2 million dwt, equivalent to 23% of the existing fleet, according to data from shipbroker Clarksons.
India-Europe carrier booking rates halve from August highs amid slowing demand
Notwithstanding the rate correction, sources believe unchanged or only slightly lower westbound allocations on the lane have kept carrier spot asks from crashing more steeply.
LA-LB rail container backlog causes growing concern among retailers
Retailers with distribution centers in the eastern half of the country say their ability to deliver containers carrying holiday merchandise in time for Black Friday sales is in jeopardy.
ILA, Halifax port employers reach tentative labor pact
The three-year deal announced Friday comes a week after Montreal employers and the port workers union agreed to a five-year contract after a one-year arbitration process, and as Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government pushes port labor reforms.
NY-NJ port truckers seek FMC rulemaking on empty returns
A stakeholder group of drayage carriers wants enforceable standards for managing empty container handling, putting more burdens on ocean carriers for managing their equipment.