July 24, 2025 at 12:10 pm | Uncategorized | No comment
Recent data from House of Shipping indicates a significant drop in inbound container volumes at major US ports, reversing earlier gains seen in the year. US import volumes fell by 7.9% year-on-year in June, following a similar decline in May. This marks one of the sharpest annual shifts in six decades and is largely attributed […]
Read moreJuly 24, 2025 at 11:18 am | Uncategorized | No comment
The U.S. and Japan formally announced a landmark trade agreement, aimed at significantly strengthening supply chain security and reducing tariffs on Japanese auto imports from 27.5% to 15%. This deal, which averts further duties on other goods, focuses strategically on key sectors like semiconductors and pharmaceuticals. The move signals a shift towards ‘friend-shoring,’ where trade […]
Read moreJuly 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: […]
Read moreJuly 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 […]
Read moreJune 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 […]
Read moreJune 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 […]
Read moreJune 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 […]
Read moreJune 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 […]
Read moreJune 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 […]
Read moreMay 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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