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Suez Canal Authority Offers 15% Toll Rebate amid Red Sea Security Improvements

The Suez Canal Authority (SCA) has announced a 15% rebate on transit tolls for large container ships, came into effect from 15 May for a…
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India – Pakistan Standoff Derails Cargo Flows, Forces Air Reroutes

In a fresh diplomatic fallout, India and Pakistan have imposed reciprocal bans on cargo shipments passing through their ocean gateways—disrupting regional trade and alarming the…
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Ongoing Strikes and Inland Disruptions Cripple European Port Operations

Congestion at Northern European ports is reaching a critical point, and recent strikes at the Port of Antwerp-Bruges have only made things worse. Even before…
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Freight Consolidation for Cost-Effective Shipping

Freight Consolidation: A Smarter Way to Save Costs and Boost Shipping Efficiency

In the global trade battlefield, shipment operational efficiency is the critical factor that allows a business to operate in foreign markets with the same agility…
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China - Australia Trade Dispute Triggers Tariff Shockwaves

China – Australia Trade Dispute Triggers Tariff Shockwaves

Trans-Pacific Freight Disruptions Unfold – What’s Next for Australian Trade? On 3 April 2025, the Australian public was notified by DFAT that a sweeping 10%…
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Carriers Face Grim Future as Drewry Urges Fleet Downsizing beyond Blanked Sailings

Drewry, a leading maritime consultancy, has cautioned that blank sailings are merely a "stop-gap solution" for container carriers grappling with severe tonnage oversupply and dwindling…
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The Rise of Grade A Warehouses: Meeting the Demands of Modern Logistics

The Rise of Grade A Warehouses: Meeting the Demands of Modern Logistics

Grade A warehouses are rapidly evolving, driven by the integration of advanced technologies and adherence to stringent industry standards. This…
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A bustling port with container ships docked at the harbor

China’s Ports on the Rise: 190.9 Million TEU Handled in H1 2024 – A Deep Dive into the Numbers and Trends

China continues to reinforce its position as a global leader in container shipping, with an impressive performance in the first…
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Shipping vs. Downstream Distribution: Understanding Key Differences

Shipping vs. Downstream Distribution: Understanding the Difference in Supply Chain Logistics

In the world of logistics, we often use a few words interchangeably, even without understanding its concepts. Two such words…
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container ship at a port

Understanding Port Congestion: Causes and Consequences

Port congestion has become a growing concern in global trade, affecting the supply chain, causing delays, and increasing costs. This…
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How the little things add up to efficiency and reduced costs: Vehicle idling and sustainability

Managing vehicle idling during the last mile deliver

The last mile delivery is the final stage of the supply chain logistics industry, crucial for ensuring on-time delivery. However,…
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Understanding INCOTERMS

Understanding INCOTERMS: Clarifying International Trade Responsibilities and Reducing Disputes

The import and export process requires expertise to ensure cost-effective, timely entry into the market, under conditions that conform to…
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