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Mid-July Logistics Brief: Trade Policies, Port Records, and Industry Investments

July 18, 2025 at 3:26 pm | Uncategorized | No comment

Mid-July 2025 has brought a wave of significant developments across the supply chain and logistics landscape. Key headlines indicate shifts in global trade policies, strategic industry moves, and evolving operational landscapes. These diverse developments highlight the dynamic nature of global logistics, urging businesses to stay agile in response to trade shifts and operational demands. Source: […]

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European Ports Face Congestion Surge Amid Labour and Capacity Issues 

July 15, 2025 at 11:28 am | Uncategorized | No comment

Major European ports, including Antwerp, Rotterdam, and Hamburg, faced worsening congestion in mid-July, creating significant backlogs for inland cargo flows. The crisis was caused by a combination of high yard density, localized labor shortages, and ongoing rail backlogs, particularly in Germany. Wait times at major container terminals reached up to three days, severely impacting container […]

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Tariff Uncertainty and Market Volatility Shape the Freight Outlook

June 30, 2025 at 6:57 am | Uncategorized | No comment

he freight market outlook for the second half of 2025 remains negative, according to recent reports that highlight a continued contraction in both volume and demand. After a period of heightened activity, the market is now experiencing a decrease in rates as capacity eases. This downturn is largely attributed to ongoing macroeconomic pressures and evolving […]

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Air Freight Market Poised for Growth Driven by E-commerce

June 28, 2025 at 7:17 am | Uncategorized | No comment

The global air freight market is forecasted for steady and significant growth, with a projected increase to USD 492.7 billion by 2033. This positive outlook is primarily driven by the rapid expansion of the e-commerce sector, which continues to create a high demand for fast and reliable cross-border delivery services. As consumers increasingly expect swift […]

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Global Logistics Highlights (June 16-19, 2025): Trade Pacts, Green Fleets, and Automation

June 20, 2025 at 12:21 pm | Uncategorized | No comment

The period between June 16th and 19th, 2025, saw significant developments across global logistics and supply chains. In international trade, the US and UK signed a partial trade agreement aimed at lowering tariffs on British cars entering the US (from 25% to 10%), with similar considerations for steel and aluminum, alongside new quotas for US […]

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Global Partners Unite to Drive Shipping Decarbonization Forward

June 5, 2025 at 6:55 am | Uncategorized | No comment

The push for a greener shipping industry is gaining significant momentum as leading organizations forge new strategic partnerships to accelerate the development of zero-carbon solutions. In a major announcement, the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping (MMMCZCS) welcomed HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) as its newest strategic partner. This collaboration […]

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Ports Prioritize Decarbonization with New Green Initiatives

June 2, 2025 at 12:03 pm | Uncategorized | No comment

Ports and shipping companies worldwide are making significant progress in their decarbonisation efforts. A key highlight in May 2025 was the conclusion of the European SEANERGY project, which provided ports with comprehensive tools and a catalogue of over 90 sustainable technologies to accelerate their energy transition. These resources offer structured guidance for ports looking to […]

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Sri Lanka Navy Hosts Logistics Conference 2025: Focus on Resilient Supply Chains

May 31, 2025 at 8:18 am | Uncategorized | No comment

The Naval and Maritime Academy (NMA) in Trincomalee recently hosted the 7th edition of the “Logistics Conference 2025” on May 31, 2025. Organized by the Long Logistics Management Course (LLMC) No. 9, the conference addressed the critical theme of ‘Leveraging Adaptive Logistics in Building Resilient Supply Chains in a Volatile Global Economy.’ The event, graced […]

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Sri Lanka’s Exports Soar to US$ 5.5 Billion in First Four Months of 2025

May 25, 2025 at 12:06 pm | Uncategorized | No comment

Sri Lanka’s export sector demonstrated robust growth in the first four months of 2025, with total exports reaching US$ 5.58 billion, marking a 6.9% increase compared to the same period in the previous year. This impressive performance includes both merchandise and services exports, with April 2025 alone seeing an 8.74% year-on-year growth to US$ 1.29 […]

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Global Transportation Outlook Q2 2025: Insights on Rates and Trade Shifts

May 22, 2025 at 11:14 am | Uncategorized | No comment

The “2025 Transportation Outlook – Q2 Update” by NTG Freight highlights the dynamic shifts occurring in the global freight market. As Q2 progresses, shippers are observing rising spot rates driven by seasonal demand, alongside tightening drayage capacity and the continued influence of tariff changes. A significant development is the impact of tariff cuts on Chinese […]

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