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 […]
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 […]
Read moreMay 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 […]
Read moreMay 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 […]
Read moreMay 22, 2025 at 9:15 am | Uncategorized | No comment
The global trade landscape in May 2025 continued to experience significant volatility, driven by ongoing tariff shifts, regulatory adjustments, and new international trade agreements. A notable development was the 90-day tariff pause between the U.S. and China, which, while easing immediate tensions and rates, introduced a period of uncertainty. This pause prompted a surge in […]
Read moreMay 9, 2025 at 8:42 am | Uncategorized | No comment
The Maersk Asia Pacific Market Update for May 2025 details the region’s evolving logistics landscape, influenced by geopolitical developments, trade policies, and shifting demand. Despite new tariff regimes and market uncertainty, ocean and air freight volumes showed resilience in early Q1, with Far East Asia exports driving a 4.7% year-on-year growth in global ocean container […]
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