Author Archives: Kalees Thavamani

Carriers under Pressure as Ocean Freight Spot Rates Slide Back to Pre-Pandemic Levels

Spot freight rates in the container shipping market are once again hovering around pre-pandemic levels, putting growing pressure on liner companies, according to…
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Global Air Cargo Market Cools as Demand Softens Despite Volume Growth

Global air cargo conditions continued to soften in October as carriers faced weakening demand, according to a report from Xeneta. While overall shipment…
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Port Chaos Hits Mombasa as Civil Unrest Closes Dar es Salaam Port

Civil turmoil in Tanzania has sent shockwaves through East Africa’s maritime network. The Port of Dar es Salaam, a major hub for the…
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US Government Shutdown Causes Widespread Cargo Delays and Supply Chain Disruptions

The US government shutdown, which began on October 1, 2025, has entered its second week, creating significant disruptions across supply chains. Key regulatory…
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