Ocean Freight

AD Ports Group and Borouge Plc are exploring a new export hub on the UAE East Coast to boost resilience and flexibility

US federal investigators are probing claims that Chinese container manufacturers restricted output before the COVID-19 pandemic

AD Ports Group has acquired German freight forwarder MBS Logistics to expand its international network and service offerings

Diana Shipping offloaded its Genco shares to fund a possible acquisition of the company, amid dry bulk owner disputes

The global container ship orderbook is nearing 40% of the active fleet, sparking concerns about potential overcapacity

Fujairah Port is evolving into a crucial maritime hub in the Gulf, offering strategic advantages for regional trade

A New Jersey federal bankruptcy court has approved STG Logistics' reorganization plan, allowing the company to proceed

Trans-Pacific ocean freight rates have stabilized this week as the industry approaches its traditional peak season

Maersk has reportedly resumed Red Sea and Suez Canal transits, as per Drewry's observations

Iran has set new conditions for a US agreement, including the end of a naval blockade and the lifting of sanctions

Producer prices hit a three-year high in April, fueled by increased transportation and energy costs due to the Iran war

DavidsTea has set up a US fulfillment operation to address challenges from the de minimis trade rule changes

US oil sanctions relief is driven by Strait of Hormuz vulnerabilities, not a change in Russia policy

The legal proceedings following the Dali vessel's collision with the Key Bridge in Baltimore are expected to be extensive

Iran has introduced a new crypto-backed maritime insurance platform, "Hormuz Safe," for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz

New research suggests 2025 tariffs primarily impacted trade execution standards and supply chain adaptability, not just costs

Twenty-eight energy and shipping firms have established the Global Liquid Hydrogen Alliance to advance scalable green hydrogen.

Bahrain's ASRY and India's Priya Blue Group have launched a ship recycling joint venture, with the first vessel arriving for dismantling

Zodiac Maritime has ordered two new LNG dual-fuel car carriers from Yantai CIMC Raffles, with delivery expected in 2028

Target appointed Jeff England, a former Walmart and QXO executive, as its new Chief Supply Chain and Logistics Officer

CMB.TECH expects a $29.2 million capital gain from the sale of a 2007-built Suezmax tanker, reflecting strong market values

The air cargo industry's leading growth segment may face considerable challenges if the Strait of Hormuz closure continues

An early peak season is emerging, leading carriers to deploy extra loader sailings and driving up freight rates.

Greek dry bulk owner Safe Bulkers sold two older vessels, a post-panamax and a kamsarmax, for $27.7 million

Congestion at India's Nhava Sheva Port is causing carriers to make last-minute terminal changes

Hapag-Lloyd is introducing an emergency fuel surcharge for its Australian inland rail services due to rising diesel costs

Strategic Marine has secured an order for two new 33-meter Supa Swath crew transfer vessels from Mainprize Offshore

Amazon faces a class-action lawsuit alleging it failed to refund tariffs to consumers after price increases.

The BIFA Business Leaders Forum gathered logistics leaders to discuss UK supply chain challenges and opportunities

WinGD has secured a contract to provide the initial ethanol-fueled engines for ocean vessels chartered by Vale