Author Archives: Kalees Thavamani

Hapag-Lloyd to Revise Ocean Tariff Rates from the Indian Subcontinent to Europe and North Africa

Hapag-Lloyd has announced an increase in ocean tariff rates for shipments originating from Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh to Europe and North…
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CMA CGM Introduces Peak Season Surcharges for China-West Africa Routes

French ocean carrier CMA CGM has introduced Peak Season Surcharges (PSS) for shipments from China to the West Africa North Range, effective from…
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US Ports and Intermodal Systems Handle Surge in Volumes

US container gateways and intermodal networks have effectively managed increased traffic without disruption, boosting confidence in their ability to handle future record volumes.…
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US Trade Tariffs: Impact on Dry Bulk Trade and Global Trade Patterns

The United States is preparing for a major policy shift as the president-elect announces plans to impose significant tariffs. Beginning January 20, 2025,…
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