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Uncertain cargo volumes, but lines are pushing rates higher

Only uncertainty is certain at this time. Economic theory while not completely useless, may have to be remodelled at the very least. Not that...

Building resilience is key to securing future supply chains

As the initial jolt of the global pandemic subsides and businesses begin to analyse how they coped with economic shocks created by Covid-19, Maersk...

CMA CGM announces further rate changes out of Asia

Following its rate announcements on the 9 July, CMA CGM has more rate changes from Asia to North Africa, Mediterranean and North Europe, effective...

Massive rate rise on Pacific as lines “manipulate” capacity

Rate manipulation on the Pacific trades is being called out by shippers in the US as non-vessel operator and shipping consultant, Jon Monroe argues...

Major lines unveil fresh Asia rates

CMA CGM and Hapag-Lloyd have announced new prices from Asia to various destinations, effective from mid-July and August. Hapag-Lloyd will implement the following general rate...

Seoul mandates comprehensive freight disclosures

South Korea's Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries (MOF) has acted to improve the transparency of container freight charges so that shippers will be better...

COSCO to develop blockchain solutions with Alibaba group

China COSCO Shipping Corporation has signed a collaboration agreement with compatriot e-commerce giant Alibaba and the latter’s fintech affiliate, Ant Financial Services Group (formerly...

Reduced costs boost STC profits

As Covid-19 continues to disrupt markets around the world, ocean carriers are reducing capacity and sailing speeds. With sailing options reduced, especially on Asia-Europe...

Shipping giants keep pushing up rates across the globe

Major shipping lines are continuing to increase rates in various regions, as part of their capacity management measures that have seen a squeeze on...

China-Europe rail freight boosted by pandemic

China-Europe freight trains saw their busiest month to date, with 976 trains launched in April, a 47% year-on-year increase, increasing in popularity as the...

CMA CGM and Hapag-Lloyd refresh global charges

Hapag-Lloyd and CMA CGM have unveiled fresh prices and surcharges across the globe, effective from July and August. The French shipping group has announced a...

Freight to boost Qin-In Ferry as passengers show steep decline

Qinhuangdao Qin-In Ferry, which transports passengers and containers between South Korea and China on its ro-ro passenger ferry, is expanding its intermodal cargo services...

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