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China and India Halt Russian Oil imports; Shipping Costs Surge

China and India, two of the world's largest consumers of Russian crude oil, have temporarily suspended their purchases for the month of March. This dec...
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Posted on January 31, 2025

Vietnam risks USA import tariffs

Vietnam has been making significant strides as a viable manufacturing alternative to China in recent years. However, industry experts caution that the coun...
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Posted on January 30, 2025

Atlantic freight rates

Atlantic freight rates have reached their lowest levels since 2020, according to agricultural industry media. This decline can be attributed to several fa...
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Posted on January 29, 2025

New Direct Shipping Route China-Europe

RW Freight is pleased to report on the establishment of a new direct shipping route between China and Europe, known as the "China-Europe Express". This inn...
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Posted on January 28, 2025

Freight Rates Rise Steel Imports

The Brazilian foreign trade authority, COMEX, has reported an increase in the average freight rates for the country's finished steel imports in December. ...
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Posted on January 27, 2025

Shippers face uncertainty

Shippers are confronted with a high degree of uncertainty as President Trump seems to have reconsidered his campaign pledge to impose tariffs of 60% on Chi...
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Posted on January 26, 2025

US Official Defends Export Controls Against China

As he prepares to leave his post, Alan Estevez, a high-ranking official in the Biden administration, has defended the United States' export control measure...
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Posted on January 25, 2025

India to Allow 1 Million Tonnes of Sugar Exports

The Indian government is poised to grant permission for mills to sell 1 million tonnes of sugar on the international market. This decision could exert add...
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Posted on January 24, 2025

NZ government promises to double exports

The New Zealand government has once again set its sights on doubling the nation's exports. However, a review of historical data indicates that achieving th...
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Posted on January 23, 2025

Norway Shipping company secures work for its car carriers

Höegh Autoliners, a leading Norwegian shipping company, has recently announced that it has secured employment for its latest multi-fuel Aurora-class pure ...
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Posted on January 22, 2025

Evolving trade routes reduce demand for ultra large containers

According to recent industry data, the demand for Ultra Large Container Vessels (ULCVs) has experienced a significant decline. Shipping companies are adap...
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Posted on January 21, 2025

Investment in rail freight

A leading French quarry group, has made a significant investment of €1.5 million in a rail loading facility to transport aggregates by rail. This strateg...
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Posted on January 20, 2025

Strengthening Freight Resilience

The Washington State Transportation Commission is set to discuss measures to strengthen freight resilience and improve the movement of goods throughout the...
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Posted on January 17, 2025

US retailers face challenges as import hurdles persist

US retailers find themselves at a critical juncture as they navigate the persistent challenges in importing goods. According to a shipping industry spo...
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Posted on January 16, 2025

Salmon escape discovered in Norway

The Norwegian Directorate of Fisheries has reported substantial damage to a net at a salmon farming site, resulting in the escape of an unspecified quantit...
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Posted on January 15, 2025

Brazil’s Pork Exports to Mexico

The Brazilian Animal Protein Association (ABPA) has expressed confidence that pork exports to Mexico will continue to thrive in 2025, following the success...
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Posted on January 14, 2025

Record Export Sales of salmon from Norway

Salmon exports from Norway have achieved record-breaking sales in 2024, with a total value of 122.9 billion kroner (€10.9 billion). This figure represent...
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Posted on January 13, 2025

All red meat exports – not just beef – set volume records for 2024 – Beef Central

Red Meat Exports Reach All-Time High in 2024, Boosting Demand for Specialized Transportation In 2024, the global demand for red meat has skyrocketed, resu...
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Posted on January 10, 2025

Food and drink exports Ireland

A recent report by Bord Bia has shown that the value of Irish food and drink exports has reached an all-time high of €17 billion. The report highligh...
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New Warehouse in France e-commece

A global leader in logistics and supply chain solutions, has recently inaugurated a state-of-the-art warehouse facility in France. The new warehouse is int...
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Posted on January 9, 2025

Russian ‘Ghost Fleet’ Ship Crew Detained in Finland

Police in Finland have taken the crew of a Russian-linked tanker, known as the Eagle S, into indefinite custody as part of an ongoing investigation into th...
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Posted on January 8, 2025

China port expansion

The Chinese government has announced plans to expand ports and integrate transportation networks in its western provinces. This aims to bolster economic de...
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Canada Considers Import Tariffs on EVs from China

Canada is considering the implementation of import tariffs on electric vehicles from China in response to the challenges faced by the domestic automotive i...
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Posted on January 7, 2025

Rice exports from USA

A rice exporter has forecasted that rice exports from the USA could generate a record-breaking US$5 billion in revenue this year, provided that the current...
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Exports to Puerto Rico grew 5.8%

Exports from the Dominican Republic to Puerto Rico have grown by 5.8% in recent months. The Dominican Republic has been exporting a diverse range of goods ...
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Posted on January 6, 2025

China Dominates Germany’s Fireworks Imports in 2024

The German Federal Statistical Office has released data indicating a substantial growth in Germany's fireworks imports for the year 2024. The report emphas...
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Posted on January 3, 2025

US dairy exports

The United States is witnessing a surge in dairy exports, nearing record levels, according to a bank report. This growth is primarily attributed to the...
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Posted on January 2, 2025

Pakistan Sports goods exports to China

Pakistan's sports goods exports to China have seen a 7% increase, as reported by China Economic Net. This surge in exports underscores the growing trade re...
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Posted on January 1, 2025
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