Article List
- Maersk Announces MECL Service Returns to Trans-Suez RouteOn January 15, 2026, Maersk announced that its independently operated MECL service has structurally returned to the Suez Canal route, with clear first sailing schedules for both westbound and eastbound directions.Blog January 19, 2026
- What Is Documentary Declaration & What Documents Are Required?Documentary declaration is a key international trade process involving preparing and submitting legal documents for customs clearance. This guide covers its definition, process, required documents, and precautions to ensure smooth cargo import and export.Blog January 19, 2026
- MSC Announces Major Service Upgrades: Direct Calls to New Ports Slash Transit Times SignificantlyMSC upgrades Dragon and Jade services, adding direct calls to Trieste (cuts 5 days) and Fos - sur - Mer (cuts 7 days). First vessels MSC Thais (FD608W) and MSC Mette (GJ607W) start new rotations soon, boosting Asia - Mediterranean shipping efficiency.Marketing Info update January 16, 2026
- Singapore Port 2025 Performance Review: Multiple Records Set with Robust Growth Across Key MetricsSingapore Port had an outstanding 2025, with 44.7 million TEU container throughput (8.6% YoY), 3.2 billion GT vessel arrival tonnage (3.5% YoY), and 56.8 million tons bunker sales (3.4% YoY). Alternative fuel sales hit 2 million tons, and ship registration jumped 27% to 137.5 million GT, ranking 4th globally.Logistics News January 16, 2026
- THC in Ocean Shipping: A Detailed Guide to the Indispensable Terminal Handling ChargeTerminal Handling Charge (THC) is a key cost in international ocean shipping, covering port loading, storage, and equipment usage. This guide explains THC calculation, differences from ORC/BAF, cost optimization tips, and precautions to help shippers control logistics expenses.Blog January 16, 2026
- US Slaps 540% Tariff on China’s Eco-Friendly Tableware: Global Green Supply Chain at StakeThe U.S. imposes a 540.63% combined tariff on China’s thermoformed molded fiber products (eco-tableware) starting Jan 23, 2026, with Vietnam facing 265.62% duties. This trade protectionist move threatens $350M Chinese exports, disrupts global green supply chains, and targets supply chain migration.Logistics News January 15, 2026
- Freight Rates Edge Down in First Week of the New Year: SCFI Ends Three-Week Rally with a Mild Drop2026 first week SCFI edges down 0.53% to 1647.39, dragged by secondary routes despite major ocean routes’ gains. Red Sea easing & new vessel delivery pressure rates, but pre-Spring Festival shipments may drive a late-January volume peak.Blog January 14, 2026
- 2026 Container Shipping Kick-off: US Routes Surge 26% in Rates While European Ports Face Severe Congestion2026 container shipping starts with divergence: US routes surge (LA up 26%), European ports congest. Maersk cancels sailings; Red Sea resumption and new capacity pose risks. China’s exports and trade shifts support market resilience.Logistics News January 13, 2026
- 2025 Q3 Container Shipping Profit Ranking: Wan Hai Tops with 25.6% EBIT MarginAlphaliner's Q3 2025 profit report shows Wan Hai tops with 25.6% EBIT margin, followed by Evergreen (22.7%) and COSCO (20.9%). Chinese firms lead amid pre-tariff shipment surge, but new capacity and Red Sea risks loom.Logistics News January 09, 2026
- Evergreen Marine and ONE Announce Free Detention Periods for Export Shipments During 2026 Chinese New YearEvergreen Marine and ONE offer free detention for exports during 2026 Chinese New Year. Evergreen waives fees Feb 17-Mar 3; ONE exempts Central/North China & Fujian Feb 15-28 to ease holiday shipments.Logistics News January 09, 2026