World Shipping Council Reports YoY Increase of Containers Lost at Sea
Veuillez noter que certaines nouvelles de transport international ainsi que les nouvelles américaines sont disponibles en anglais seulement. The World Shipping Council (WSC) has released its annual Containers Lost at Sea report, showing that 576 containers were lost at sea in 2024. While this represents an increase from the record-low 221 containers lost in 2023, it remains […]
Indian Ban on Ships Carrying Pakistani Goods Causes Increased Freight Prices and Longer Transit Times
Veuillez noter que certaines nouvelles de transport international ainsi que les nouvelles américaines sont disponibles en anglais seulement. Per a research report published recently, India’s ban on vessels carrying Pakistani goods from anchoring at its port facilities has led to a rise in freight prices and longer transit times.
Ocean Spot Rates Cool in June as Demand Wanes, Experts Say
Veuillez noter que certaines nouvelles de transport international ainsi que les nouvelles américaines sont disponibles en anglais seulement. Ocean spot rates from Asia to North America have mainly cooled from a sharp uptick to start June due to low demand for U.S.-bound cargo, according to Drewry’s World Container Index.
Ocean Carriers Warn of No End in Sight for Global Shipping Logjam
Veuillez noter que certaines nouvelles de transport international ainsi que les nouvelles américaines sont disponibles en anglais seulement. It’s easy to blame the tariffs from the Trump administration for the uncertainty plaguing global supply chains. But a variety of other factors – from the dangers of transiting the Suez Canal to port congestion – have […]
Thai Exporters Face $600 Million in Added Costs as Port Congestion Worsens
Veuillez noter que certaines nouvelles de transport international ainsi que les nouvelles américaines sont disponibles en anglais seulement. Thai exporters and importers risk more than $600 million in added annual logistics costs as congestion worsens at the country’s main deep-sea port, driven by a surge in shipments ahead of potential steep U.S. tariffs.
Global Disruptions Drive Containership Fleet to Near Full Capacity, Alphaliner Says
Veuillez noter que certaines nouvelles de transport international ainsi que les nouvelles américaines sont disponibles en anglais seulement. The global container shipping industry is experiencing unprecedented levels of fleet utilization, with commercial idle capacity hitting a remarkable low of just 0.6% of the world’s 32.0 Mteu fleet, according to Alphaliner. This development comes amid a […]
Shipowners Warned to Avoid Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz amid Israel-Iran Conflict
Veuillez noter que certaines nouvelles de transport international ainsi que les nouvelles américaines sont disponibles en anglais seulement. After Israel launched large-scale attacks on Iran on June 13, tensions in the Middle East have led to major concerns for global shipping.
Air Cargo Forwarders Weigh Risks, Airlines Report Block Space Uptick
Veuillez noter que certaines nouvelles de transport international ainsi que les nouvelles américaines sont disponibles en anglais seulement. Airlines have reported a renewed interest in block space agreements (BSAs) as forwarders prepare for a potential spike in airfreight rates later this year. While some in the industry remain cautious due to ongoing trade uncertainties, others […]
China-ESCA Trade Faces Multi-Front Strain
Veuillez noter que certaines nouvelles de transport international ainsi que les nouvelles américaines sont disponibles en anglais seulement. Shippers moving cargo from Asia to the East Coast of South America (ECSA) are facing significant peak season disruptions, as container spot rates have nearly doubled in recent weeks. The sharp rise in rates is being driven […]
Canada’s West Coast Ports Avoid Further Disruption with New Contract through 2027
Veuillez noter que certaines nouvelles de transport international ainsi que les nouvelles américaines sont disponibles en anglais seulement. Labor tensions at Canada’s West Coast ports have eased following a new agreement between port employer, the British Columbia Maritime Employers Association (BCMEA), and ILWU Local 514, the union representing longshore foremen.
