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Ethiopian Airlines Freighter Service

Ethiopian Airlines has expanded its global cargo network with the launch of a new dedicated air freighter service between Chengdu, China, and its hub in Ad...
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Posted on September 4, 2026

Arctic Shipping

In Europe, the growing cooperation between China and Russia on container shipping through the Arctic is increasingly viewed as another indicator of deepeni...
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Posted on September 3, 2026

Asian Air Freight Exports

The global air freight market has demonstrated notable resilience through the traditional summer slowdown period, buoyed largely by robust export activity ...
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Posted on September 2, 2026

Europe – Port Strikes

Industrial action across major European ports is placing severe pressure on global supply chains, with schedule reliability on Asia-Europe trade lanes plum...
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Posted on September 1, 2026

China Typhoon

Shippers are contending with renewed disruption across China as Typhoon Saudel forces the temporary closure of several key ports, compounding existing pres...
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Posted on August 31, 2026

Congestion at Shanghai and Ningbo

Successive typhoons striking China's eastern seaboard are significantly worsening congestion at two of the world's busiest container ports, Shanghai and Ni...
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Posted on August 28, 2026

Russia-China Border Regions

Logistics connectivity between Russia and China's border regions is advancing at a significantly faster pace than the global average, with cross-border tra...
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Posted on August 26, 2026

Ethiopian Airlines Cargo

Ethiopian Airlines has announced the launch of a new dedicated cargo service from Chengdu, further strengthening its freight network between China and Afri...
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Posted on August 24, 2026

Vehicle and Heavy Equipment Exports

Global demand for car-carrying shipping capacity has surged well beyond the current capabilities of the worldwide fleet, prompting operators to place a sig...
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Posted on August 21, 2026

SF Airlines Partners with EcoCeres to Use SAF at Ezhou Airport

SF Airlines has entered into a strategic partnership with EcoCeres to incorporate sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) into its operations at Ezhou Huahu Intern...
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Posted on August 18, 2026

China Exports

China's trade sector delivered another robust performance in July, with export growth continuing to exceed market expectations and reinforcing the nation's...
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Posted on August 10, 2026

Extreme Weather Disrupts Logistics Flows in Europe and China

Extreme weather conditions are placing considerable strain on international logistics networks, with major disruptions reported across both Europe and Chin...
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Posted on August 7, 2026

China – Aluminium

Aluminium is rapidly emerging as a cornerstone of China's economic and industrial strategy, as the country intensifies investment in artificial intelligenc...
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Posted on August 5, 2026

Wind Power Equipment Exports Surge Through Horgos Port

Horgos Port, a key gateway along the Belt and Road corridor, is experiencing a notable surge in wind power equipment exports, reinforcing its position as a...
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Posted on August 4, 2026

Water Freight Charges China

The latest iron ore inland water freight charges across China have been released for August 2026, providing valuable insight into current shipping costs al...
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Posted on August 3, 2026

Africa Import/Export Trade

Africa is fast becoming one of the most sought-after trade lanes in global logistics, with carriers and freight forwarders rapidly expanding their presence...
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Posted on July 31, 2026

South China Storm

Shippers and carriers across South China are contending with weather-related disruption after Typhoon Noul made landfall, striking both Hong Kong and Shenz...
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Posted on July 30, 2026

US Imports

US importers are contending with mounting capacity pressure on the Asia to US East Coast trade lane as the peak shipping season intensifies. Spot rates on ...
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Posted on July 28, 2026

Data Centre Cargo

Imports of hardware and infrastructure components destined for data centre construction projects are helping to sustain trans-Pacific freight volumes throu...
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Posted on July 24, 2026

China – UK trade policy

China has publicly criticised the United Kingdom's decision to take emergency control of British Steel, escalating tensions between the two nations over tr...
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Posted on July 23, 2026

Kazakhstan AI Freight Opportunities

Kazakhstan is positioning itself as Central Asia's leading artificial intelligence hub as its economic partnership with China enters a transformative new p...
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Posted on July 22, 2026

SAL to Provide Ground Handling Services for SF Airlines

Singapore-based ground handler SATS Ltd, through its subsidiary SATS Airport Logistics (SAL), has secured a new agreement to provide ground handling servic...
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Posted on July 16, 2026

India Exports

Ocean carriers are tightening booking conditions and increasing financial penalties on export services from India, as demand on key trade lanes continues t...
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Posted on July 13, 2026

China domestic logistics

Chen Min, a 45-year-old fruit vendor operating in the Liuzhi special district of Guizhou province in southwest China, never anticipated that her modest bus...
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Posted on July 10, 2026

New Asia–South America Shipping Loop

Ocean carriers are redeploying substantial tonnage on the Asia to South America east coast trade lane, following an earlier shift of vessels towards Asia�...
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Posted on July 9, 2026

China to India Airport-to-Airport Air Freight Providers

The global air freight sector continues to play a pivotal role in facilitating trade between China and India, two of Asia's largest economies. As demand fo...
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Posted on July 7, 2026

Surge in Taiwan-US Airfreight Capacity

The Taiwan-US airfreight corridor is experiencing significant capacity constraints, driven by escalating demand from the high-tech sector. Shipments of adv...
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Posted on June 29, 2026

European Union Fails to respond to China freight expansion

China is steadily consolidating its position within the European Union by seeking greater control over the shipping routes and ports-of-call that underpin ...
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Posted on June 26, 2026

South Korean and Swedish Officials Discuss Cooperation on Korean Peninsula Issues

Senior officials from South Korea and Sweden have held discussions focused on strengthening cooperation regarding ongoing Korean Peninsula issues. The meet...
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Posted on May 28, 2026

China Shifts Focus to High-Value Agricultural Exports

China is strategically pivoting towards high-value agricultural exports as the nation seeks to rebalance its position in global food trade. In 2025, China ...
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Posted on May 27, 2026

Lufthansa Cargo to Exhibit at Transport Logistic China 2026

Lufthansa Cargo has confirmed its participation in Transport Logistic China 2026, one of Asia's leading trade fairs for the logistics, mobility, IT, and su...
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Posted on May 25, 2026

Asia Vehicle Exports

The global roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) shipping sector is experiencing a sustained period of growth, with strong demand for vehicle and high/heavy cargo expect...
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Posted on May 12, 2026

China Exports Rise

China has reported a notable uptick in exports, with its trade surplus widening significantly in the run-up to a much-anticipated visit from US President D...
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Posted on May 8, 2026

Japan Diversifying Shipping Routes

Japan is actively diversifying its shipping routes for crude oil imports from the Middle East as the effective blockade of the Strait of Hormuz persists. W...
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Posted on May 6, 2026

US Resin Exports in 2026

Global polyethylene prices have almost doubled since late February, following Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The move has effectively severed the ...
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Posted on April 14, 2026

El Niño Forecast Signals New Risk of Low Water Levels at Panama Canal

Global shipping faces the prospect of yet another significant disruption, with industry expert Lars Jensen warning that weather-related challenges at the P...
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Posted on April 13, 2026

US Imports of Consumer Electronics

The US consumer electronics market is facing mounting pressure as rising fuel prices and increasing memory component costs threaten to disrupt projected im...
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Posted on April 10, 2026

Asia-Europe multimodal logistics landbridge

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has prompted a significant shift in international freight patterns, with shippers increasingly turning to multimoda...
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Posted on March 9, 2026

Southeast Asia Floating Storage Declines in February

Floating storage of crude oil and condensate in Southeast Asian waters has experienced a significant decline from record highs, according to the latest dat...
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Posted on March 4, 2026

Iran’s Agricultural Exports

Iran's agricultural sector has demonstrated remarkable growth, with exports reaching $8 billion over a 10-month period, according to recent ministerial rep...
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Posted on February 23, 2026

EU Türkiye rail freight

The European Union has formally acknowledged Türkiye as a 'critical partner' in advancing Trans-Caspian connectivity projects, underscoring the nation's p...
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Posted on February 18, 2026

Air Freight Rates

The global air freight market is experiencing notable shifts as seasonal factors influence both demand and capacity availability. Whilst rates have firmed,...
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Posted on February 1, 2026

New Direct Air Cargo Route to Philippines

A new direct air freight route linking Zhuhai Airport's International Air Cargo terminal with key destinations in the Philippines. This strategic developme...
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Posted on January 21, 2026

Asia-Europe Sea freight Bookings for December

RW Freight reports a notable increase in sea freight bookings for the Asia-Europe ocean trade throughout December, reflecting robust demand across internat...
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Posted on December 22, 2025

Chilean cherries exports to China

Ethiopian Cargo has commenced its 2025-2026 cherry season operations with an inaugural long-haul charter flight from Chile to China, establishing a pioneer...
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Posted on December 12, 2025

November air cargo growth

The global air cargo market witnessed significant shifts in November, with Southeast Asia emerging as a key growth driver whilst traditional China-US trade...
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Posted on December 8, 2025

Slump of US imports from Asia

The United States is experiencing a significant downturn in imports from Asia, with the decline proving more severe than typical year-end patterns suggest....
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Posted on November 25, 2025

Europe benefits from US downturn

The latest air freight data reveals a continued decline in cargo volumes from China and India to the United States during week 41, marking another consecut...
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Posted on October 18, 2025

New Scotland-China Air Route for Exports

A significant new air freight route connecting Scotland and China has been established, with the inaugural cargo flight touching down at Glasgow Prestwick ...
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Posted on October 16, 2025

Kyrgyzstan extends ban on scrap exports for six months

The Kyrgyz Republic has announced a six-month extension to its existing ban on the export of ferrous scrap metal, metal waste, and ferrous metal ingots des...
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Posted on September 16, 2025

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