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Dec 30, 2024
Global Trade Resilient Amid Challenges

Global trade has shown resilience despite challenges like Red Sea attacks and potential U.S. tariff threats under the new administration.…

Nov 29, 2024
WTO Reports Increase in Trade Restrictions by G20 Nations

The World Trade Organization’s 31st Trade Monitoring Report shows a notable rise in trade-restrictive measures among G20 nations over the…

Nov 4, 2024
Post-Peak Season Rate Drops, Labor and Election Pressures Loom

West Coast rates fell by 19% in October, while East Coast prices dropped 41% from September, likely influenced by stronger…

Jul 24, 2024
U.S. Imports Rise Despite Global Supply Chain Challenges

United States-bound import levels are showing gains despite ongoing supply chain challenges. The Port Tracker report highlights significant import volume…

Jul 19, 2024
Ocean Freight Market Dynamics in the First Half of 2024

A recent report reveals a surge in demand for ocean freight container shipping, reaching a record high of 15.9 million…

Jul 10, 2024
Ti Report: Air Cargo Market Dynamics

Transport Intelligence (Ti) reports significant shifts and uncertainties in the air cargo market due to economic growth and evolving global…

Jun 10, 2024
Red Sea Diversions Drive Surge in Rates

The indications of lagging behind due to diversions in the Red Sea became increasingly evident, with congestion, delays, missed departures,…

May 21, 2024
Busy Summer Ahead for Air Cargo

Disruptions from ocean container shipping, particularly in the Red Sea, have led to a growth in air cargo spot rates…

May 13, 2024
Supply Chain Resilience: Navigating Uncertainty

Global events, such as geopolitical tensions, natural disasters, and recent incidents like the one in Baltimore, are affecting container shipping.…

Mar 20, 2024
Dynamic shifts in China’s trade routes

Container shipping demand from China to Mexico surged by 59.7% in January 2024 compared to January 2023. This significant increase…