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- R12,000 Extra Per Container? CMA CGM's New Durban Surcharge Has Importers Talking — Here's What Smart Buyers Are Doing About ItIf you run an import business anywhere between Polokwane and Cape Town, the notice that landed on 16 October probably made you put down your coffee.CMA CGM — the French carrier that moves a serious chunk of the boxes coming out of China — has confirmed a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) on the China to DLogistics News October 23, 2026
- Shipping To France And Italy Just Got Messy: What The October 2026 Unrest Means for Your Cargo (and What To Do)If you have freight heading to France or Italy right now, stop promising fixed delivery dates to your clients! Widespread October protests and fuel strikes have paralyzed local transport networks. Read our latest ground report to find out if your cargo is affected and how to prevent costly delays.Logistics News October 21, 2026
- The $30B China–U.S. Tariff Truce: What It Means for Your Next PO (and What It Doesn't)China–U.S. $30B tariff relief: which categories (toys, small appliances, decor) actually get a cut, what's still TBD, and how smart importers are prepping Q4 orders now.Logistics News September 27, 2026
- MSC Optimizes Asia to West Coast USA Route Network, Adjusts Three Major ServicesMSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company) announced on April 3 that it will implement service optimization and adjustments to its ORIENT, SENTOSA, and CHINOOK routes operating on the Asia–West Coast United States network, aiming to further enhance service stability and schedule reliability. The changes iLogistics News April 07, 2026
- US Customs Bond Rules & 5H Inspections: How Importers Can Stay Clearance‑Ready in 2026US Customs Bond Rules & 5H Inspections: How Importers Can Stay Clearance‑Ready in 2026In March 2026, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) launched sweeping enforcement targeting non‑compliant import bonds, shared bonds, and improper customs clearance practices. Combined with intensified 5H inspeLogistics News April 01, 2026
- A New Face Among the World’s Top Ten Container PortsGlobal importers, exporters and freight forwarders tracking Southeast Asian sea freight have a critical new update: Port Klang has secured a spot in the world’s top 10 container ports for the first time in history, backed by record-breaking 2024 TEU throughput and large-scale terminal expansion planLogistics News February 20, 2025
- Global Port Congestion Hits New High: 4.3 Million TEU Waiting at Anchor, East‑Asia Ports Bear the BruntGlobal container port congestion has exceeded pandemic‑era levels, with 4.3 million TEU of vessel capacity waiting at anchor worldwide. East‑Asian hubs including Shanghai, Ningbo‑Zhoushan, Shenzhen and Hong Kong bear the heaviest pressure, driven by peak‑season cargo and successive typhoon disruptions. Learn about port waiting times, terminal rule updates and practical mitigation strategies for shippers facing vessel delays, container roll‑overs and yard‑capacity shortages.Logistics News September 07, 2026
- Six‑Week Freight Rate Surge: How Importers Can Manage Skyrocketing Ocean Shipping Costs From ChinaOcean freight rates have soared over six‑week periods, squeezing profit margins for global importers sourcing goods from China. Explore practical cost‑control strategies, risk‑mitigation tips and logistics solutions to stabilize your import budget amid volatile ocean shipping markets.Logistics News September 06, 2026
- Is Your Supply Chain Eating Your Profits Alive? US East Coast Rates Blow Past $10,000 as Global Shipping Collapses into ChaosOcean freight rates on the US East Coast have blown past $10,000/FEU amidst Panama Canal restrictions and peak season capacity squeezes. Discover how STU Supply Chain helps shippers defeat market volatility with direct carrier bookings, first-hand contract rates, and guaranteed FCL/LCL space from China to the US and Canada. Contact us today to lock in your shipping space before prices rise further.Logistics News September 02, 2026
- The Global Shipping Hierarchy Just Shocked the World: Ningbo-Zhoushan Dethrones Singapore—Can It Hold the Crown Under Rising Global Pressure?A historic shift has hit global maritime trade. According to Alphaliner’s H1 2026 data, Ningbo-Zhoushan Port reached 22.9 million TEUs (+8.8% YoY), officially leapfrogging Singapore (22.74M TEUs) to claim the #2 global spot for the first time in history. With Shanghai holding #1, China now commands six of the world’s top 10 container ports. Meanwhile, geopolitical unrest caused Dubai’s Jebel Ali Port to plummet from #10 to #32 after a staggering 90% Q2 collapse. With just a 158,000 TEU margin separating Ningbo and Singapore, can China hold the crown in H2 2026? Read the full global trade breakdown.Logistics News August 29, 2026