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 Chinese New Year (CNY), or Lunar New Year, is a joyous occasion in China but can be a challenging period for global supply chains. In 2025, the holiday begins…
The Import Control System 2 (ICS2) is the EU’s advanced customs technology aimed at enhancing supply chain security and facilitating smooth trade across its external borders. As of 4th December…
Iran’s seizure of the 15,000 teu MSC Aries in international waters off the Gulf of…
The OECD, WTO and IMF are predicting that global trade growth could more than double…
Effective supply chains are essential to support business operation and growth, and the supply chain’s…
