Archive: Supply chain

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 23rd, January, 2025

Shipping lines face challenges when red sea routes reopen

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…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 23rd, January, 2025

Asia and freight market update; January 2025

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…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 8th, January, 2025

New deal lifts port strike threat on U.S. East and Gulf Coasts

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…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 8th, January, 2025

Cascading port congestion triggers vessel delays

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…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 8th, January, 2025

Freight outlook 2025

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,…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 3rd, December, 2024

Minimising disruption this Chinese New Year 2025

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…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 18th, November, 2024

North America supply chains face mounting challenges

Labour disputes, automation debates, and shifting trade policies are creating turbulence in the North American freight market, with the threat of a January USEC port strike magnified as ILA break…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 14th, November, 2024

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…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 6th, November, 2024

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…

By Paul Kelly in News Posted: 6th, November, 2024

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,…

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