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Container Spot Rates Drop to 2023 Lows Amid Post-Lunar New Year Slowdown

The container sector is experiencing its usual post-Lunar New Year lull, typically lasting until April or May. Despite the downturn, the sector remains one of…
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South Africa Launches Its First LNG Import Terminal

South Africa has taken a major step in energy diversification with the establishment of its first LNG import terminal at Richards Bay. The Transnet National…
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Port of Rotterdam Faces More Disruptions Amid Ongoing Industrial Dispute

The Port of Rotterdam is bracing for further disruption as labour unions and Hutchison Ports' Delta II Terminal remain locked in a dispute over automation.…
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Panama Canal Transits Surge After Drought Recovery

Transits through the Panama Canal rebounded sharply in the first four months of the canal’s fiscal year 2025 (October 2024–January 2025), rising 25.04% compared to…
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Suez Canal Seeks Return of Shipping Companies as Safety Concerns Ease

The Suez Canal Authority (SCA) has called for the resumption of maritime traffic through the critical waterway, following a cessation of attacks by Houthi militants.…
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India to Launch National Container Shipping Carrier to Boost Global Trade

India is gearing up to establish Bharat Container Line, a national container shipping carrier, to strengthen its maritime footprint and reduce dependency on foreign vessels.…
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Understanding SOLAS: The Backbone of Maritime Safety

The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, commonly known as SOLAS, is a critical maritime treaty that…
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The Rise of Grade A Warehouses: Meeting the Demands of Modern Logistics

The Rise of Grade A Warehouses: Meeting the Demands of Modern Logistics

Grade A warehouses are rapidly evolving, driven by the integration of advanced technologies and adherence to stringent industry standards. This…
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China’s Ports on the Rise: 190.9 Million TEU Handled in H1 2024 – A Deep Dive into the Numbers and Trends

China continues to reinforce its position as a global leader in container shipping, with an impressive performance in the first…
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Shipping vs. Downstream Distribution: Understanding Key Differences

Shipping vs. Downstream Distribution: Understanding the Difference in Supply Chain Logistics

In the world of logistics, we often use a few words interchangeably, even without understanding its concepts. Two such words…
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container ship at a port

Understanding Port Congestion: Causes and Consequences

Port congestion has become a growing concern in global trade, affecting the supply chain, causing delays, and increasing costs. This…
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How the little things add up to efficiency and reduced costs: Vehicle idling and sustainability

Managing vehicle idling during the last mile deliver

The last mile delivery is the final stage of the supply chain logistics industry, crucial for ensuring on-time delivery. However,…
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