Freight, cargo and logistics news

Port Sector Roars Ahead with Record Volumes, Strategic Investments, and Sustainability Push

The global port landscape in 2025 demonstrated remarkable resilience and strategic foresight, marked by significant capacity expansions, record throug

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POLB Accelerates Efficiency Drives and Infrastructure Upgrades for 3PLs and Forwarders

The Port of Long Beach (POLB) is intensifying its strategic initiatives aimed at bolstering supply chain resilience and operational efficiency, a crit

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Port of Rotterdam's "Carbonbid" Model Drives Green Logistics, Offers New Avenues for Decarbonization

The Port of Rotterdam Authority is setting a new standard for sustainable port operations with its innovative "Carbonbid" tendering process, designed

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Rotterdam's Green Leap: New Opportunities and Mandates for Freight Forwarders and 3PLs

The Port of Rotterdam is rapidly transforming into a global hub for sustainable logistics, with a suite of ambitious projects set to redefine supply c

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Global Supply Chains Face Unprecedented Disruption as New Tariffs Take Effect

The global trade landscape is undergoing a seismic shift as a new wave of sweeping tariffs and retaliatory countermeasures redefine the movement of goods. According to the latest market intelligence from Maersk, the logistics industry is grappling with significant uncertainty following the implementation of aggressive trade policies that have seen import duties on key commodities skyrocket.

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Hapag-Lloyd to Acquire ZIM in $4.2 Billion Deal, Signaling Further Container Shipping Consolidation Amid Market Volatility

Hapag-Lloyd has announced an agreement to acquire ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $4.2 billio

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Lunar New Year Disruptions and Ocean Overcapacity Drive February Freight Market Volatility

The global freight market is navigating a period of heightened volatility in February 2026, primarily influenced by the impending Lunar New Year (Chin

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Port Congestion: The Direct Impact on Freight Forwarders 🚢

The re-emergence of port congestion is creating a turbulent environment for the global supply chain, and freight forwarders are on the front line, managing the fallout and seeking solutions. The current bottlenecks in key trade gateways are not just supply chain headaches; they are a direct threat to the forwarder's core mission: reliable and cost-effective movement of goods.

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ASYAD Group’s Mega Air Cargo Operation: A Masterclass in Global Logistics Coordination


Muscat, Oman — In a landmark achievement underscoring its growing prowess in the global logistics arena, ASYAD Group, Oman's national logistics provider, has successfully executed one of its largest and most intricate air cargo operations to date. The high-stakes project involved the urgent shipment of over 200 metric tons of critical electronics equipment for one of India's largest conglomerates, a feat of coordination that spanned four continents and multiple international hubs. This monumental undertaking not only highlights the Group's operational excellence but also solidifies Oman’s strategic position as a pivotal crossroads for global trade flows.

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South Asia: A Hub of Emerging Opportunities for Freight Forwarders in 2025

As global supply chains continue to reconfigure, South Asia is rapidly emerging as a region brimming with positive opportunities for freight forwarders. Driven by robust economic growth, massive infrastructure investments, and new international trade corridors, several countries within the subcontinent are becoming key players in global logistics.

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