Ocean Freight

UK retail sales volumes unexpectedly increased by 1.0% in June 2026, driven by online sales and promotions

India's manufacturing growth slowed in July 2026, with the PMI falling to 53.9, indicating a more subdued improvement in factory conditions

Eurozone manufacturing activity expanded in July 2026, marking the steepest growth in three months and surpassing expectations

A new direct container service from the Far East is now calling at Port Everglades, enhancing trade routes.

Three individuals were rescued by the Coast Guard after a fishing vessel collision near Grays Harbor.

GenFlat and the Caribbean Port Association have announced a new collaboration to enhance regional port operations.

Federal funding will support infrastructure development at three logistics hubs in the US TradePort Corridor System

US spot truckload rates from ports are projected to climb in August due to an increase in import volumes.

The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Healy returned to port after an engineering casualty northwest of Port Angeles, Washington

Donald Trump threatens new import tariffs on the EU after Google's fine, citing the EU is 'robbing American companies'

Weathernews has released a smartphone app for its AI-powered SeaNavigator marine weather service to improve vessel monitoring

DHT Holdings has taken delivery of the DHT Impala, completing its four-vessel VLCC newbuilding program for 2026.

Agora Shipbroking Corporation released its commercial indicators report for Week 30 of 2026, detailing key market metrics.

ICTSI has acquired two dry bulk terminal concessions, ATU12 and ATU18, at Aratu Port in Bahia, Brazil

Oil prices climbed above $100 per barrel after Houthi forces attacked two Saudi tankers in the Red Sea.

The dry bulk sale and purchase market showed stable asset values in week 30, despite a slight overall decline.

Over 1,200 jobs were cut in the freight and supply chain sector during a two-week period in July

New US tariffs target imports from China, Mexico, Canada, and 57 other economies, impacting global trade

New US tariffs are set to increase global supply chain uncertainty, potentially affecting trade flows and logistics planning

Escalating conflict in Iran has disrupted plastic supply chains, leading to higher prices and a stop-start recovery for materials.

US importers frontloaded goods in anticipation of President Trump's reintroduction of tariffs on imports from 60 trading partners

The Northwest Seaport Alliance saw a 12.4% year-to-date drop in container volumes at Seattle and Tacoma ports

Africa's first multimodal green hydrogen hub in Walvis Bay, Namibia, is expanding to 500 MW to advance cleaner shipping.

Geopolitical tensions have led to higher oil prices, increasing costs for consumer goods and freight.

Brent crude prices adjusted to $97.67 per barrel, reflecting market volatility despite geopolitical and tariff concerns

A Harbour Energy subsidiary is executing a repair plan for a leaking riser at its Gulf of Mexico asset, impacting output

China has imposed export restrictions on 14 European companies, including Rheinmetall, in retaliation for EU sanctions.

Tanker crossings in the Strait of Hormuz reached a two-month low amidst regional shipping risks and rising oil prices

Konecranes reported a 6.9% increase in order intake for the first half of 2026, reaching €2,307.0 million

Allseas' Solitaire pipelay vessel has returned to sea after a significant ten-month upgrade period.