Chittagong Port (CPA) hikes rates by 41% (first in 40 years). MSC, Maersk, CMA CGM add surcharges. Once affordable, it’s now the 2nd priciest, hurting Bangladesh’s RMG exports.
China issues Opinions to improve overseas comprehensive services. It upgrades platforms, supports local innovation & overseas service stations, driving "Chinese logistics going global" – a new opportunity for port/shipping enterprises.
CMA CGM and Slovenia’s Port of Koper establish an automotive logistics joint venture. It uses low-carbon vessels & railway networks to serve Central Europe, upgrading their cooperation and supporting IMEC development.
Latest SCFI rises 12.9% to 1310.32; US West Coast rates surge 31.9%, Europe up 7.2%. Holiday demand and contract talks drive rebounds; multiple routes see gains, Japan dips slightly.
Recently, Maersk announced on its official website that the TP7 service of Maersk would be subject to temporary changes, which took effect immediately.It is understood that this change will affect the transfer plans of two ships. The "Potomac Express" (managed by Marine Transport Management of the U
On Oct 14, China’s Special Port Dues for U.S.-related vessels took effect. Matson’s MANUKAI (Ningbo, RMB4.46M) & MATSON WAIKIKI (Shanghai, RMB12.09M) paid total RMB16.54M. Matson won’t add surcharges; 7-day advance declaration is required.
SeaLead upgrades "5CX" route: Far East-Mediterranean weekly service via Suez Canal (Qingdao Oct 27 maiden voyage). It offers fast transit, covers 5 countries, and connects to its existing Asia-Med network.
Maersk & Hapag-Lloyd redirect 2 U.S.-flagged ships from Chinese ports to S. Korea (transshipment) to avoid China’s Oct 14 Special Port Dues. Global carriers face $2.3B/year fees; short-term freight hikes expected.
