Shipping Industry Entering Fragile Growth Phase, Says UNCTAD
Global shipping is entering a period of fragile growth, rising costs and mounting uncertainty, according to The Review of Maritime Transport 2025 released yesterday by UN Trade and
Chinese Ports Lead the World in Productivity Performance
Container port performance across the world declined between 2020 and 2024 due to the Red Sea Crisis, challenges at the Panama Canal, and pandemic-related shocks, according to a ne
New Compliance Alert: Updated Chinese Export Regulations
We wish to bring to your attention upcoming changes to Chinese export regulations that will impact manufacturers, suppliers, and shippers. These rules, announced by the Chinese Sta
Optimising for Sustainability: Balancing Cost, Carbon, and Customer Expectations in 2025
Sustainability has evolved from a buzzword into a boardroom priority. In 2025, companies across industries are navigating a complex landscape where profitability must coexist with
Redefining Supply Chain Optimisation in the Age of Nearshoring and Regional Hubs
Supply chains are the backbone of global commerce. Yet, the past few years have exposed how fragile traditional models can be. Between pandemic-related disruptions, geopolitical te
From Chaos to Coordination: 4PL’s Role in Emergency Response and Humanitarian Logistics
When disaster strikes—whether it’s a global pandemic, a devastating earthquake, or a humanitarian crisis in conflict zones—speed, precision, and coordination determine the di
Cross-Border Compliance in 4PL: Navigating Customs, Carbon Rules, and Trade Shifts
Global trade has never been more interconnected—or more complex. With supply chains stretching across multiple continents, Fourth-Party Logistics (4PL) providers have become crit
Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) Season 2025-26
The Department of Agriculture have released the measures for Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) season 2025-26. Season 2025-26 will see these measures applied certain goods manufact
Houthis Issue “Safety FAQ” for Red Sea Shipping
The Houthi administration in Yemen has updated its Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) page, which purports to give detailed advice on how to avoid the group’s attacks in the R
Chinese Carriers Adjust Schedules to Avoid US Port Calls as Fees Loom
Chinese carriers appear to be adjusting their services to get ahead of the October financial penalties for domestic-built, -operated, or -owned vessels calling at US ports. From 14
