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By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 26th, March, 2026

Global air freight update: disruption reshapes east–west flows as rates rise unevenly

The global air freight market entered March on a relatively solid footing. January cargo demand was up 5.6% year on year while capacity increased by 3.6%. February demand growth was…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 26th, March, 2026

Ocean freight market shows resilience with upward pressure on key trades

Global container shipping is demonstrating resilience despite disruption in the Middle East, with networks continuing to operate and capacity adjustments preventing severe breakdown across major trade lanes. However, the impact…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 26th, March, 2026

US Tariff Ruling Opens the Door to Major Duty Recoveries

Following a landmark legal ruling by the Supreme Court, businesses that imported goods into the United States may now be eligible to reclaim previously paid duties, with the total value…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 26th, March, 2026

Road–Air Solutions Keep Cargo Moving Amid Middle East Disruption

As disruption across Middle Eastern airspace continues to impact global flight schedules, Global Forwarding is implementing road–air logistics solutions that protect time-sensitive supply chains and maintain international connectivity. With reduced…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 26th, March, 2026

Cork Gains Second Direct US Service

Ireland’s transatlantic connectivity is set to expand, with the Port of Cork securing its second direct container service to the United States, streamlining access to key markets and reducing reliance…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 10th, March, 2026

Reshaping global freight flows

The impact of events in the Middle East is affect freight networks far beyond the region itself, with knock-on impacts emerging across both air cargo and ocean shipping markets. What…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 10th, March, 2026

When shipping contracts take control

The ongoing disruption in the Middle East has triggered a wave of carrier advisories, with many referencing “force majeure.” In reality, shipping lines rarely need to rely on force majeure…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 9th, March, 2026

Air cargo markets tighten as Middle East disruption impacts global capacity

The disruption across the Middle East is beginning to alter the balance of global air cargo capacity, creating tighter supply on several major trade corridors and raising the likelihood of…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 4th, March, 2026

Customer Advisory – Middle East

As the security situation across the Middle East continues to evolve, freight routes, costs and capacity flows are shifting rapidly. The region is currently classified as high-risk for both ocean…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 24th, February, 2026

Tariff ruling reshapes import costs and opens potential duty recovery

On February 20, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that sweeping tariffs introduced under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) exceeded presidential authority. The judgment removes the legal basis…

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