Article List
- MSC to Launch New Route! Direct Service Between South America and Middle EastMSC launches a South America-Middle East direct route in Oct, focusing on refrigerated cargo. Abu Dhabi is the hub; transit to Abu Dhabi takes ≤33 days. Inaugural sail from Itajai via "MSC SHREYA B." (QJ539R).Logistics News September 25, 2025
- Total Customs Clearance Delays? These Matters Must Be UnderstoodThis article explains destination port customs clearance (definition, process), key notes (documents, regulations) & solutions for detained goods. It helps importers/exporters avoid delays and ensure smooth trade.Blog September 24, 2025
- Poland to Reopen Border Crossings with BelarusA breakthrough ends Poland-Belarus' nearly 2-week border closure. PM Tusk announced reopening on Sep 25 (reserving re-closing right). The crisis stemmed from Russia-Belarus' "West-2025" exercise (ended Sep 16). The earlier Sep 12 closure disrupted China-Europe Railway Express, stranding vehicles.Logistics News September 24, 2025
- U.S. Container Imports from Asia Rose 4.1% in AugustU.S. imports from 10 Asian economies hit 1.86M TEU in Aug 2025 (+4.1% YoY, -2.9% MoM). Vietnam (+40.4%) and India (+33%) surged, China fell 5.5%. LA/LB ports boomed but growth may slow.Logistics News September 23, 2025
- Understand "Dead Freight" in One ArticleThis article explains sea freight "dead freight"—a cancellation fee for FCL bookings. It traces its origin to the pandemic, clarifies charging timelines, and offers tips to avoid it by tracking order progress.Logistics News September 22, 2025
- Asia-Europe Routes Mired in Battle, Trans-Pacific Rally StallsA freight rate war may have erupted on Asia-Europe routes, with spot rates (e.g., Shanghai-Rotterdam down 11% to $1,910/FEU) falling despite capacity cuts. Trans-Pacific rally stalls, with SCFI showing sharp declines.Logistics News September 22, 2025
- Empty Containers Piling Up! Share Rises to 41%!Sea-Intelligence reports global empty container transport hits 41% (vs 3.1/10 pre-2019). Ports like LA/Long Beach and Chittagong face backlogs; distribution imbalance worsens.Logistics News September 19, 2025
- Italy Strikes Disrupt Ports and Rail ServicesItaly will hold strikes on Sept 19 (CGIL) and 22 (Cub/Adl/Sgb) 2025. Ports, rail (suspended 21-22 Sept), and logistics face delays. Kuehne+Nagel has issued warnings.Logistics News September 19, 2025
- China Adds Another New Energy Vehicle Export RouteChina launches Wenzhou-Middle East maritime route: The ro-ro ship "Forest Glory" with 400 BYD NEVs sails to Dubai. It cuts loading time, boosts Zhejiang-Fujian auto exports.Logistics News September 18, 2025
- Breaking News! China-Europe Railway Express Disrupted!Poland closed Belarus borders, disrupting China-Europe Railway Express—300 trains stranded. STU Supply Chain offers emergency air (5-7 days) & sea freight to Europe, solving supply chain gaps amid uncertainty.Logistics News September 17, 2025