COSCO SHIPPING reiterates strict safety protocols for hazardous cargo, including EVs, lithium batteries, and used fuel vehicles, amid rising summer fire risks. Key measures: compliant packaging, temperature control, and accurate documentation.

Less-than-Container Load (LCL) shipping is a cost-effective solution for small cargo volumes. This guide covers key differences between LCL and FCL, advantages, precautions, and expert tips—from avoiding carrier restrictions to optimizing freight charges.

The OECD warns that rising deglobalization, driven by trade wars and reshoring, may cut global trade by 18%, with GDP losses up to 12%. Shipping firms face volatility as tariffs reshape supply chains, while trans-Pacific freight rates surge and crash amid uncertain demand.

Despite the prolonged Red Sea crisis, CMA CGM, Wan Hai, COSCO, and CU Lines maintain select routes through the Suez Canal, leveraging national flags, crew policies, and geopolitical ties for safety. To counter revenue losses, Egypt’s Suez Canal Authority (SCA) now offers 15% fee discounts for large container ships (≥130K tons) until August 2025.

Special cargo in air transport refers to goods requiring exceptional handling due to their nature (e.g., dangerous goods, perishables), value, size, or weight. Compliance with IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) and airline-specific rules is mandatory. This guide covers key categories (lithium batteries, live animals, pharmaceuticals), documentation (MSDS, UN certification), and operational protocols (packaging, priority loading). Always consult airlines or IATA CEIV-certified agents 72+ hours before shipment.

Service Upgrade Highlights:1. Key EnhancementsNew Direct Link: Ningbo ↔ Melbourne added to existing A3C service.Extended Coverage: Connects Japan/Korea → East China → Australia seamlessly.Competitive Edge: Faster cargo turnover for electronics, automotive, and perishables.2. Port RotationSouthbound:

The U.S. extended 178 product exclusions from China tariffs to August 31, 2025, while launching a new 301 investigation targeting China’s maritime and logistics sectors. Beijing condemns the moves as "protectionist" and WTO-violating.

A U.S. federal court halted Trump’s April 2 tariff order, ruling it unconstitutional. The administration must suspend collections within 10 days, but an appeal is underway. Businesses brace for uncertainty as the White House vows to fight.

The SCFI index rose 7.21% WoW to 1,586.12 points, marking a 3-week consecutive increase.

Europe’s ports face 5–6 day delays, with Bremen hardest hit. Maersk’s AE5 route now skips Bremen for Nordic terminals—a red flag for importers. Flexport warns congestion may spread.

Leading carriers including MSC, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, and Maersk have issued June FAK rate increases and PSS surcharges across key routes (Europe, Africa, South America). This breakdown covers all critical adjustments and effective dates.

Even "cleared" shipments can face surprise customs inspections. This guide reveals the logic behind post-clearance checks and provides 5 actionable strategies to lower your risk, from optimizing product descriptions to leveraging pre-declaration services.

Document compliance means all export documents must strictly match the letter of credit (L/C) requirements. This guide explains its importance, key principles, and practical steps to avoid discrepancies that could lead to payment rejection.

MSC’s new standalone Middle East CLAN route debuted at Qingdao Port, deploying 8 vessels to link East Asia with key hubs like Jebel Ali, Dammam, and Colombo. The service aims to capitalize on booming trade demand while cutting logistics costs for regional shippers.

Nine carriers—including ZIM, ONE, HMM, and newcomers like KMTC—are scrambling to add new routes, revived services, and extra loaders on the U.S. trade lane after tariff cuts triggered a cargo surge. Key upgrades target West Coast ports like L.A. and Long Beach.