MSC introduces congestion surcharge in Mozambique
Due to ongoing congestion at the Port of Beira in Mozambique, which has created challenging operational conditions, MSC will implement a congestion surcharge. This surcharge will apply to cargo shipped from the Middle East and the Indian Subcontinent, including India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh, to Beira. Effective from 9 December 2024 (gate-in date), the […]
COSCO, CP Group, Freepoint Commodities sign green methanol production deal
On 15 November, COSCO SHIPPING, CP Group, and Freepoint Commodities signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to proceed with green methanol production. This partnership aims to leverage each party’s strengths, enhance collaboration, and establish a robust alliance. The signing of this agreement marks a significant milestone in their strategic cooperation, laying the foundation for progress […]
Oman Air selects Air Liaison for UK GSA duties
Oman Air has selected Air Liaison as its new General Services Agent (GSA) for cargo operations in the UK. Oman Air currently operates daily passenger flights from London Heathrow to its hub in Muscat using a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. From Muscat, the airline offers connections to destinations in the Middle East, Indian Subcontinent and […]
dnata is first ground handler in Europe to earn IATA environmental management certification
Global air and travel services provider dnata has become the first ground handler in Europe to receive the IATA environmental management certification in recognition of its sustainability initiatives. IATA Environmental Assessment (IEnvA) is a certification programme developed to independently assess the commitment of aviation stakeholders such as airlines, airports, cargo handling facilities, freight forwarders, and […]
LATAM Cargo transports Chile’s first fresh salmon shipment to Australia
LATAM Cargo has transported Chile’s first-ever salmon shipment of fresh, chilled salmon fillets to Australia. The 220 kg shipment was transported in the bellyhold of a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft operating between Santiago and Melbourne on November 27. The airline said that before the transport could take place, a “rigorous and extensive” audit process was […]
Pacific Basin orders methanol dual-fuel ultramaxes
Hong Kong-based dry bulk shipping giant Pacific Basin has ordered four methanol dual-fuel ultramaxes at Japan’s Nihon Shipyard for delivery between 2028 and 2029. Two of the 64,000 dwt vessels are contracted jointly with Nihon Shipyard and Imabari Shipbuilding, and the other two newbuilds are agreed with Japanese trading house Mitsui & Co. The ships […]
Astral adds second 737-400F
Kenyan cargo airline Astral Aviation has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-400 freighter leased from Avmax Group as it continues to modernise its fleet. The freighter operator said in a LinkedIn post on Wednesday November 27 that the 737-400F was delivered on Thursday November 21. The 737-400F, capable of carrying 18 tonnes, is the second […]
MSC unveils enhanced East/West service network
MSC announced that its standalone East/West network services will be upgraded with additional port calls to enhance connectivity between Asia, Europe, the United States, and Canada. These updates, effective from February 2025, reflect MSC’s ongoing commitment to expanding its ocean freight network, providing customers with more direct port pair options, and ensuring competitive transit times. […]
TT Club announces leadership change at Singapore branch
After five years as Chief Executive of TT Club and 15 years leading Thomas Miller’s Singapore operations, Yiah Soon (YS) Ng has announced his retirement. Ng was succeeded by Kamel Tlili, TT Club’s Regional General Manager for Asia Pacific, who assumed the role in September. Kamel Tlili, who became Regional General Manager of Asia Pacific […]
New Trade War Round to Begin: China’s Stance and First Conflict Aftermath
As Donald Trump has announced plans to impose an additional 10% tariff on all Chinese imports, the trade war between China and the United States is about to become a key trend in the global supply chain industry. This content is locked Select a CN Premium Subscription Package To Unlock The Content! Remember Me Lost […]