Three Teams Shortlisted to Build Roberts Bank Terminal 2
The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority has shortlisted three qualified construction teams as part of its procurement process for the landmass and wharf component of the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 project.
Port of LA Nears 10 Million TEUs, Canadian Ports Record Strong Performance
The Port of Los Angeles is on track to handle 10 million containers in 2025, marking only the third time in its history to reach this milestone, according to Port Executive Director Gene Seroka. In a recent media briefing, Seroka stated, “With six weeks to go, we are within reach of the 10 million container […]
Shipping Lines Considering Red Sea Reentry as Global Demand Softens
Container shipping lines are laying the groundwork for service restructuring in anticipation of resuming transits through the Suez Canal and Red Seas, according to a news report published by Seatrade Maritime News in collaboration with MDS Transmodal.
Suez Canal Upbeat About Traffic Rebound as CMA CGM Boxships Make Transit
The Suez Canal Authority (SCA) is optimistic that transits are gradually returning to normal after the canal witnessed the passage of three mega ships operated by CMA CGM in a span of one week.
Houthis Declare Suspension of Red Sea Attacks, But Maritime Security Experts Urge Caution
The Houthi militant group in Yemen has announced a suspension of maritime operations against Israel and formally ended its naval blockade of Israeli ports, marking a significant shift in Red Sea shipping security.
October Air Cargo Volumes Surprise with 4% Growth, But Is Europe-North America Slump a ‘Bellwether for Global Trade’?
Global air cargo volume growth slowed in October but still recorded a stronger-than-expected 4% rise year on year, despite the easing of frontloading of imports by businesses countering the cost of tariffs and effects of the U.S. de minimis ban, according to industry analysts Xeneta.
After Months of Turmoil, China–U.S. Blank Sailings Settle Down
Blank sailings on major China–U.S. trade routes have finally started to calm down after a rough stretch earlier this year, according to new data from project44. After months of spikes tied to tariff changes, carriers appear to be settling into new trade patterns as demand levels out.
Air Cargo Spot Rates Gaining Momentum Ahead of Peak Season
Worldwide average spot rates surged in the last full week of October, despite a steep drop in tonnage from India due to Diwali festival holidays, as rates from Asia Pacific origins built ahead of Thanksgiving, Black Friday and Christmas.
U.S. Airfreight Forwarders Warn of Cargo Backlogs as Government Shutdown Continues
The U.S. Airforwarders Association (AfA) has expressed its disappointment at the continuing federal government shutdown, warning it could create backlogs and disrupt supply chains.
Air Cargo Demand Up 2.9% in September, Seventh Straight Month of Growth
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for September 2025 global air cargo markets showing: