The first Chengdu-Antwerp China-Europe train launched, cutting Africa transit time by 50% via "Europe Express" multi-destination rail-sea logistics. DPD Group operates a ¥35M customized route.

When negotiating shipping contracts with American apparel and textile buyers, you will frequently encounter two similar yet distinct delivery terms: LDP and DDP. Many overseas purchasers even mix up LDP vs DDP shipping terms and use them interchangeably, but their official definitions, liability all

Complete guide to India's port infrastructure: JNPT, Mundra & Chennai port capacities, Sagarmala projects, and strategic shipping recommendations.

2024's definitive guide to US port rankings, congestion solutions & cost-saving strategies. Compare 15 major ports' TEU volumes, specialties & growth trends.

Chinese firm Greta Shipping launches Middle East-South Asia routes, partners with Hapag-Lloyd, debuting JKX, JIX1 & JIX2 services in August 2025.

Maersk now charges $400/TEU for 20' dry containers over 28 tons on Asia-Europe routes. Effective Aug 11—check VGM rules to avoid fees.

Trump plans 250% drug tariffs & India trade penalties. Experts warn of U.S. pharma shortages and higher consumer costs. EU retaliates.

Trump vows steep tariffs on India over Russian oil resales, escalating trade tensions. India defends long-term contracts, citing global price stability.

MSC's ALPACA service (launching Sept 2025) offers fastest Far East–South America West Coast transit, featuring Cherry Express & Smart Reefer tech for perishables.

Learn what "sensitive goods" are in freight forwarding, including batteries, cosmetics, food, and more. Key regulations, required docs, and shipping tips.

Xeneta reports China-US West Coast rates plummeted 59% since June to $2,268/FEU as post-tariff frontloading fades, with carriers struggling to curb declines despite capacity cuts.

SCFI drops 3.3% to 1592.59, marking 7-week decline as US-China tariff fears and weak demand pressure rates, with carriers canceling 175K TEU capacity to stem losses.

Mexico’s anti-piracy crackdown led to 900 abandoned China-sourced containers (+300% YoY) at Manzanillo Port due to IP violations, forcing exporters to rethink compliance strategies.

The US and China agreed to extend their tariff truce by 90 days, maintaining a 24% tariff pause while advancing talks on tech, energy, and supply chains.