Ex-Asia blanked sailings
Over the coming weeks, 48 cancelled sailings have been announced across the major East-West headhaul trades: Transpacific, Transatlantic, and Asia-North Europe & Mediterranean. Cancellations account for 7% of the total…
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Diversified sourcing: the key to resilient and efficient supply chains
In an era of shifting trade dynamics and increasing supply chain complexity, the value of multi-country and supplier sourcing is undeniable. Geopolitical tensions, tariffs, and unexpected disruptions have prompted businesses…
Ongoing labour tensions strain North American ports and freight networks
Labour disruptions in Canadian and US ports are creating significant pressures across North American supply chains, as ripple effects extend across modes and trade routes. With major strikes and unresolved…
Asia and freight market update; October 2024
Ocean, air, and road freight sectors are responding to unique regional and operational pressures, as well as ongoing capacity and rate adjustments. OCEAN The ocean freight market is cautiously optimistic,…
Labour tensions continue to threaten North American supply chains
Ongoing labour disputes at US East Coast ports and Canada’s Port of Montreal are putting North American supply chains at risk of further disruption. While a temporary agreement on the…
Air freight capacity increases ahead of peak holiday season
As the holiday season approaches and demand increases are anticipated, carriers are shifting cargo capacity to more lucrative routes, particularly between the Asia Pacific and North America. According to forecasts,…
Sea freight faces capacity cuts and shifting alliances
While the early October strike at US East Coast ports was resolved after three days, the lingering impact of vessel backlogs and congestion will take time to clear. However, carriers…
The critical components of eCommerce success
As eCommerce sales are projected to double by 2026, competition is intensifying and to thrive in this growing market, a sharp focus on customer experience, technology, and, critically, the supply…
East Coast ports work to clear post-strike backlogs
Operations at US East and Gulf Coast ports have resumed following the three-day strike by dockworker members of the the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) that ended on the 4th October…
Air freight market poised for further growth
The air cargo market saw slower growth in September, but is expected to rebound strongly in October, driven by rising eCommerce demand and modal-shifts. Although global air cargo demand growth…
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