Middle East disruptions reshape global liner networks
UNCTAD data shows shipping lines have shifted network capacity towards ports outside conflict-affected areas. Alternative hubs in Africa, the Gulf of Oman and the Indian Subcontinent recorded significant connectivity gains...
Far East-Europe spot rates fall as demand eases
Xeneta reported a continued decline in Far East-Europe spot container freight rates in early October. The latest data from the Xeneta Weekly Ocean Container Shipping Market Update shows the average...
CMA CGM, DSV target 12,000-tonne CO2 reduction
CMA CGM and DSV have signed an agreement under which DSV will use CMA CGM’s ACT+ low-carbon shipping solution to target a reduction of 12,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions over...
BMT launches submarine training course in Canada
BMT has launched a specialist training course in Canada focused on developing the skills and knowledge needed to support the country’s future submarine capability. The initiative comes as the Canadian...
Panama Canal expands long-term transit slot programme
The Panama Canal will expand its Long-term Slot Allocation (LoTSA) programme to both its Neopanamax and Panamax locks for the first time. The latest programme will cover 3 January to...
OOCL to launch new Far East–South America service
Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) will launch its new Transpacific Latin Atlantic Service 3 (TLA3) in December 2026, establishing a direct link between key Far East and East Coast South...
Hapag-Lloyd expands African presence with new offices
Hapag-Lloyd is strengthening its presence in Africa with new offices in Namibia, Rwanda and Burundi. The carrier is expanding its local customer support and network coverage across Southern and East...
EU and Philippines strike substantial trade deal
The European Union and the Philippines have reached substantial agreement in negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The agreement aims to deepen economic ties between the EU and a...
PIL names new deputy CEO ahead of leadership change
Pacific International Lines (PIL) has appointed Wan Chee Foong as Deputy Chief Executive Officer, effective 5 October 2026. The move forms part of a planned leadership succession that will see...
PIL boosts Asia connectivity with new service launch
Pacific International Lines (PIL) has launched two new Intra-Asia services, strengthening connectivity between China and Indonesia, and between China, Singapore and Malaysia. The move comes as the carrier looks to...
Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) has launched a new China Cambodia Thailand Service (CCT4). The route adds further network connectivity between South China, Cambodia and Thailand. The service begins on...
Suez normalisation hits 27 per cent as lines reposition
Data from the Trade Capacity Outlook database has identified the exact Asia-Europe container vessels routed through the Red Sea in recent weeks, or scheduled to do so in the coming...
