The recently established ceasefire in Gaza and assurances from Houthi forces to limit attacks on non-Israeli vessels may have created an opportunity to restore transit through the Suez Canal for…
The global freight market enters 2025 amidst significant geopolitical and economic developments that could reshape key trade routes and pricing dynamics. President Trump’s protectionist trade measures have raised concerns about…
A tentative agreement reached on January 8, 2025 between the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) has postponed a strike at over 40 ports, that…
Port congestion, labour shortages, and holiday closures are impacting Asia-Europe and Mediterranean services, with vessel delays expected to stretch into February. Ports across Asia are experiencing severe congestion due to…
The global freight industry in 2025 presents a dynamic landscape shaped by robust demand, geopolitical uncertainties, and evolving capacity challenges. Air, sea and road freight markets are poised for growth,…
While the potential introduction of tariffs may bring increased costs and logistical hurdles, with the right strategies and expert support, businesses can navigate these changes successfully. At Global Forwarding, we…
With the 15th January deadline for a new labour agreement fast approaching, the potential for a strike by the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) looms over nearly 40 US east coast…
The shortage of refrigerated containers is intensifying, disrupting the movement of temperature-sensitive goods across major trade routes. From Asia to the Americas and Europe, shippers are struggling to secure the…
The Dublin-Holyhead trade route, a primary channel for commerce between Ireland and the UK, is on the brink of transformation, with a groundbreaking project to decarbonise one of the busiest…
Sea freight spot rates are declining in many trade-lanes, air freight rates remain robust due to capacity shifts and steady demand, with road freight rates in Europe and the US…
The global freight industry in 2025 presents a dynamic landscape shaped by robust demand, geopolitical…
The OECD, WTO and IMF are predicting that global trade growth could more than double…
Iran’s seizure of the 15,000 teu MSC Aries in international waters off the Gulf of…
