
Airfreight Rate Increases Moderate in May, Transpacific Sees Slower Growth
Airfreight rates on the Transpacific lane saw slower increases in May, while Asia-Europe prices reached a plateau.
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Airfreight rates on the Transpacific lane saw slower increases in May, while Asia-Europe prices reached a plateau.

Eighteen EU member states have agreed to establish cross-border test sites for autonomous vehicles to accelerate their deployment.

U.S. containerized imports are expected to rise in June as retailers accelerate shipments before potential tariffs and costs.

Nine EU nations and the European Commission are accelerating charging infrastructure for zero-emission trucks on key European routes

K Line will implement a new Electronic UMS Check System across its managed fleet starting July 2026 to enhance safety and reduce crew…
ArcBest and ABF Freight announced a 5.9% general rate increase on tariffs, effective later this month.

Geopolitical tensions near the Strait of Hormuz are causing a widening gap in bunker fuel availability across global markets
IATA has reduced its 2026 air cargo volume growth forecast to 0.2% due to Middle East disruptions.

IATA has extended its CASS payment system to enhance air cargo settlement in Latin America, including Mexico, Brazil, and Paraguay

SSI's software now integrates third-party ship models, enabling shipyards to build and convert assets more efficiently.

Digital solutions are crucial for improving resilience and reallocating capacity across global networks to manage structural market…

Rotterdam Port expands shore power for inland vessels, standardizing facilities to cut emissions and improve digital monitoring

Ohio's Bureau of Motor Vehicles has revoked about 1,200 CDLs previously issued to foreign drivers.
Extended vessel idling due to the Strait of Hormuz closure presents critical fuel quality management challenges for operators

The EU has sanctioned an IRGC Navy unit and two individuals over alleged attempts to restrict navigation in the Strait of Hormuz

A consortium is developing AI-driven wave energy solutions and coastal data centers to meet growing energy demands.

Mexico's President-elect Claudia Sheinbaum unveiled the Olinia EV prototype, emphasizing domestic supply chains and a national brand.

ABS calls for a more flexible IMO decarbonization framework, citing fuel and infrastructure challenges for global fleet compliance

Hitachi Energy airfreighted 80-tonne transformers from Europe to Chicago to meet US AI data center demand

Turkish Cargo is developing Istanbul into a central hub for global airfreight, focusing on operational precision and digital integration
ABS has issued Approval in Principle for a nuclear reactor system intended for cargo vessel propulsion, developed by MIT and HD Korea…
ABS has released an open letter outlining a data-driven strategy for maritime decarbonization, supporting IMO's mid-term measures

Genco Shipping & Trading is advising shareholders to reject Diana Shipping's $24.80 per share takeover proposal.

Spot rates for 40-foot containers from Asia to the U.S. West Coast have risen by 20%, now at $3,933

Mammoet completed the removal of a 2,300-tonne Harbor Bridge span in Corpus Christi, Texas, to reopen the shipping channel.

Logistics professionals continue to favor bubble wrap for delicate shipments due to its proven reliability and cost-effectiveness

A pilot strike is causing vessel backlogs at Antwerp-Bruges, disrupting breakbulk, project cargo, and container movements.

Morocco is becoming a crucial logistics hub, linking Europe, West Africa, and Atlantic shipping lanes for global trade.

Adani Ports has won a ten-year marine services contract for Argentina's first LNG export project, entering the South American market

Busan's maritime hub aspirations are bolstered by the election of a new mayor with a strong background in ocean affairs
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