Malaysia’s Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP) has emerged as a standout performer through its role as the central hub for the Gemini Cooperation network. According to Alphaliner, in the first half of 2025, PTP recorded a 15.4% year-over-year increase in throughput, making it the fastest-growing container port in the world’s top 30 container port ranking.
A new trade framework agreement jointly announced by the European Union (EU) and the U.S. aims to ease trade tensions and stabilize container volumes across Trans-Atlantic shipping lanes. The agreement, revealed on August 21, 2025, outlines a pause in escalating trade measures while maintaining existing U.S. tariffs of 15% on most EU imports and a
Global shipping lines are adjusting fleet strategies in anticipation of new U.S. port fees directed at vessels linked to China. Set to take effect on October 14, 2025, the policy introduces tiered charges with penalties for non-compliance including denial of port access and suspension of cargo operations. The initiative led by the U.S. Trade Representative,
South Korea and China are both accelerating efforts to open new trade corridors to Europe through the Arctic. On Tuesday, Korea Ocean Business Corp (KOBC), a state-backed ship finance group, announced a new initiative to explore the Northern Sea Route (NSR). The goal is to cut travel time between Busan and Rotterdam by ten days
No matter how far logistics technology advances, the global freight system still depends on narrow waterways and constrained access points. These maritime chokepoints-some no wider than a few hundred meters (or a few hundred yards) – carry much of the world’s trade. And when traffic slows, everything behind it does too. For freight forwarders, chokepoints
The European Union’s Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) has entered its first payment phase for the shipping industry. By September 30, 2025, shipping companies must make their first payments under the scheme. Shipping consultancy Drewry estimates that around 13,000 vessels fall under its scope. For now, companies are required to surrender 40% of EU Allowances (EUAs) for each
[Chatham, NJ] – Shipco Transport, a global leader in neutral NVOCC services, proudly received the Sustainability Excellence Award at the 13th Global Supply Chain Excellence Summit in Long Beach, California, USA. Presented by USC Marshall Randall Kendrick Global Supply Chain Institute, the award recognizes Shipco’s dedication toward building a more sustainable future in global logistics.
The U.S. Airforwarders Association (AfA) has warned that slowing freight volumes, shown in new U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) data, signal rising challenges for shippers facing fewer transportation choices and higher supply chain costs. According to the DOT’s Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI), freight activity fell by -0.4% in June month-over-month, and -0.5% year-over-year. As
The U.S. government said it is rejecting the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) “Net-Zero Framework”, warning it would raise costs for American consumers, energy providers, and shipping companies. Senior Whitehouse administration officials said the U.S. would take action against IMO member states backing the measure when it comes to a final vote in October. It remains
Container shipping is facing a supply-demand imbalance that may last through 2029, according to Linerlytica. With record levels of new tonnage entering service from Asian shipyards amid a slowing global economy, it is anticipated that this will negatively impact earnings. Linerlytica’s recent report forecasts that fleet expansion will continue to outpace demand, and this projection