MOL and Hitachi Repurpose Ships as Offshore Data Centers
Japanese shipping giant Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Hitachi and Hitachi Systems to develop, operate and commercialise floating data centres
Freight Rates Explained: Data, Volatility, and Demand
Container freight rates are no longer governed purely by the traditional supply and demand factors, but increasingly by geopolitical shocks and the speed at which information moves
Maersk-Gemini Flagship Makes First Suez Canal Transit
The first of Maersk’s flagship dual-fuel methanol vessels made its scheduled eastbound transit of the Suez Canal, marking the return of one of the liner routes to the Suez – Re
Technology Costs, Transparency, and the Reality for Freight Forwarders
Over the past few months, many freight forwarders, including us in Across the Ocean Shipping have been grappling with a significant shift in how core operating software is priced a
Hapag-Lloyd and Maersk to Transit Red Sea on Gemini Service
A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk) and Hapag-Lloyd have decided to change the routing of one of their shared services under the Gemini Cooperation, transitioning it through the Re
AI-Controlled Smart Ships Gain Momentum in 2026: Are Autonomous Fleets the New Standard?
Sea freight in 2026 is entering a decisive transformation phase. After years of volatility driven by global disruptions, rising fuel costs, and environmental pressure, the maritime
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
How Automation is Transforming the Road and Rail Freight Industries
The road and rail freight industries are the lifeblood of global commerce, ensuring that goods reach their destinations efficiently and on time. However, with growing demand, these
Airlines Report Cargo Operations ‘Severely Affected’ by Outage
Delays and backlogs are expected across the air cargo industry, following the Microsoft IT outage. Scan Global Logistics said that the CrowdStrike outage “may cause bottlenecks a
Predictive Analytics: Transforming Supply Chain Optimization in Freight
In the dynamic and fast-paced world of logistics, the freight sector stands out as a critical component of global trade. The efficiency and effectiveness of supply chain operations
