Asia – Europe rates climbing on December GRIs
Some frontloading ahead of a possible ILA port strike after January 15th and expectations of tariff increases next year have kept transpacific ocean rates elevated to start December, with rates to the West Coast – even before the Lunar New Year 2025 rush – already above their pre-LNY 2024 highs seen back in January at […]
Punta Arenas: Chile’s Potential Key for Expanding Shipping Operations
As conflicts disrupt crucial maritime routes in the Middle East and Europe, ports even on the fringes of Latin America draw attention from shipping stakeholders who see rising opportunities. A prime example is Chile which aims to position itself as a key maritime hub. However, the country could face potential challenges with the upcoming opening […]
ONE announces new agent in Vanuatu
Ocean Network Express (ONE) announced that starting 1 January 2025, South Pacific Shipping (Vanuatu) will serve as its exclusive representative in Vanuatu. To ensure a smooth transition, ONE’s current agency will continue to provide services through the end of 2024. ONE has published the following details of the new agency: South Pacific Shipping (Vanuatu) Ltd. […]
KEZAD Group, Siemens partner to boost Abu Dhabi industrial capabilities
Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD) Group, the region’s largest operator of integrated economic zones, and Siemens, a global leader in technology across industries, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare, have signed a framework agreement to collaborate on enhancing industrial capabilities within KEZAD. Under this partnership, Siemens will: Conduct Industry 4.0 and Technology Transformation Index assessments for […]
Port of Riga to receive over US$65 million for infrastructure development
On 26 November, Latvia’s Cabinet of Ministers approved a €64.5 million (around US$67 million) investment to develop the Freeport of Riga’s infrastructure, aiming to bolster offshore wind technology production in Latvia—a critical element for the European Union’s (EU’s) supply chain. This initiative will establish a green industrial zone within the Freeport, enabling businesses to set […]
The Future of Maritime Careers. Trends and Opportunities
Over many centuries of trade by sea, it has grown into an entire shipping industry that has become the heart of global trade. It has provided and continues to provide jobs for millions of people. Thus, contributing to economic development. However, in today’s world with its rapid technological progress and environmental challenges, this industry, like […]
WACO forwarders digitalise procurement and sales with cargo.one
Freight forwarder members of the WACO System (WACO) can now digitalise procurement and sales processes through a new partnership with third-party booking portal cargo.one. The partnership between the independent global network of freight forwarders and cargo.one will enable WACO’s members to digitalise capacity, quoting and booking processes, including member to member bookings, while saving time […]
Cargo groups complain to Dutch competition authority over Schiphol price hikes
Three Dutch airfreight and logistics groups have complained to the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets over Schiphol’s plans to hike prices. The increases, announced in November, will see airline charges rise by 37% over the coming three years in response to high inflation and increased interest rates. The charges for quieter aircraft are going […]
Unsworth opens Heathrow logistics hub
Freight forwarder Unsworth is expanding its airfreight division with the opening of a dedicated logistics hub at Heathrow Airport in the UK. By relocating its airfreight team from the company’s Leytonstone headquarters in East London to Heathrow, Unsworth aims to provide customers with faster, more efficient air cargo solutions. The branch is managed by Mick […]
Qatar Cargo and Japan Airlines strengthen air cargo partnership
Qatar Airways Cargo and Japan Airlines’ cargo division (JALCARGO) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen their air cargo partnership with the goal of integrating their networks and improving service offerings for customers. The airlines, which already have a long-standing relationship as oneworld partners, are focused on streamlining the transfer of cargo between […]