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Freight changes affect retailers

Major retailers in the UK are facing substantial financial challenges following the implementation of Jersey's revised ferry freight arrangements. The new ...
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Posted on October 8, 2025

India-Europe ocean freight rates intensifies

The India-Europe shipping corridor is experiencing significant rate pressure as ocean freight prices continue their downward trajectory amidst ongoing mark...
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Posted on October 7, 2025

China Implements Special Port Fees

The Chinese Ministry of Transport has unveiled ten new implementation measures introducing special port fees specifically targeting vessels under US owners...
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Posted on October 4, 2025

Norway Mackerel Export Prices

The Norwegian seafood export market has demonstrated robust performance with mackerel prices climbing above the $4 per kilogram threshold, marking a signif...
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Posted on October 3, 2025

Germany Reduces Rapeseed Oil Exports

Germany has reported a notable reduction in rapeseed oil exports, marking a significant shift in the European biofuels market. Recent data reveals that 88 ...
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Posted on October 2, 2025

U.S. Beef Imports Surge

The U.S. beef import market is experiencing significant shifts as South American suppliers, particularly Brazil and Uruguay, strengthen their position in r...
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Posted on September 30, 2025

China and Estonia Export Protocols

China and Estonia have formalised new trade agreements on last week, signing protocols that will facilitate the export of Estonian wild aquatic products an...
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Posted on September 29, 2025

Russia Oil Exports

Recent developments in the ongoing conflict have seen Ukrainian forces successfully targeting key Russian oil infrastructure facilities. The strikes have i...
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Canada Grain Exports to Mexico

Canadian grain exporters are experiencing enhanced trade opportunities with Mexico, marking a significant development in North American freight corridors. ...
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Posted on September 26, 2025

China Air Transportation

China's civil aviation industry has reached a remarkable milestone, with cargo transportation volumes exceeding 6.51 million tonnes in August. This unprece...
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Posted on September 24, 2025

Poland/Belarus Border Disrupts China-Europe Freight

The recent closure of Poland's border with Belarus has created substantial disruptions to international freight movements between China and the European Un...
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Germany Falling Exports

Germany's industrial production has demonstrated remarkable resilience, posting gains despite ongoing challenges in the export market. The manufacturing se...
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Posted on September 16, 2025

AI – New Era of Container Shipping?

The container shipping industry stands at the precipice of transformative change as artificial intelligence emerges as a powerful catalyst for operational ...
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Posted on September 13, 2025

Chinese exports grow at slowest rate in 6 months

China's export sector has experienced its most sluggish growth rate in six months, according to recent data reported by the Financial Times. This slowdown ...
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Posted on September 11, 2025

China-Europe Rail Freight

The Alashankou Railway Station in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region has reached a significant milestone this week, with Monday's departure...
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Posted on September 10, 2025

Norway gas exports to EU

The European Union's energy landscape has undergone a dramatic transformation, with significant implications for freight forwarding and supply chain logist...
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Posted on September 9, 2025

Norway – Declining Seafood Exports

Norwegian seafood exports experienced a notable decline in August, with total export values reaching NOK 14.3 billion. This represents a decrease of NOK 25...
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Posted on September 8, 2025

Government to Launch Export Support Schemes

The government is reportedly preparing to introduce four comprehensive support schemes to assist British exporters facing potential 50% tariffs from the Un...
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Posted on September 5, 2025

Russia Further Cuts Oil Export Prices to India

Russia has implemented additional price reductions on its crude oil exports to India, a strategic move designed to maintain trade volumes despite mounting ...
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Posted on September 2, 2025

China-EU: Rail freight down

Rail freight volumes between China and the European Union experienced a notable decline during the first half of 2025, according to recent market data. Thi...
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Posted on September 1, 2025

UK Exports Experience 12.5% Decline

The UK's export sector faced significant headwinds in August, with overseas shipments declining by 12.5% as international demand weakened across key market...
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Posted on August 29, 2025

DFDS Flat-Rate Freight Charges Add to UK Grocery Prices

Recent government analysis has revealed that flat-rate freight charges implemented by DFDS will contribute to a 0.4% increase in grocery prices across the ...
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Posted on August 26, 2025

India Expects 9% Rise in Edible Exports

Government sources have revealed to CNBC-TV18 that India is projecting a 9% increase in edible exports for the current financial year, largely supported by...
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Posted on August 22, 2025

US Retailers Forecast Significant Import Declines for Q4 2025

The latest Global Port Tracker report reveals that US retailers anticipate substantial year-on-year import volume declines as 2025 draws to a close. Import...
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Posted on August 21, 2025

Rail Cargo Push, Coastal Shipping Reform & AI for Bridge Safety

India's infrastructure sector is witnessing significant transformation through strategic initiatives and technological advancement. The Gati Shakti Multimo...
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Posted on August 19, 2025

Russian Railways Crisis Threatens Freight and Economy

The Russian railway network is experiencing unprecedented operational difficulties, with declining freight volumes posing significant risks to both the nat...
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Posted on August 18, 2025

Freight Forwarders Raise Alarm Over Government Reforms Sabotage

Leading freight forwarding associations have voiced serious concerns regarding potential threats to the government's ambitious Maritime Strategy reforms. T...
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Posted on August 17, 2025

Rotterdam’s Container Volumes

The Port of Rotterdam is experiencing a complex dynamic as container volumes continue to rise, driven primarily by robust consumer demand across Europe. Ho...
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Posted on August 15, 2025

Air cargo carriers face capacity challenge as tariff frontloading ends

The air cargo sector is navigating a significant market adjustment following July's exceptional volume surge, driven by US importers stockpiling inventory ...
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Posted on August 14, 2025

National Road Freight China

As climate change continues to drive extreme weather events globally, China has taken significant steps to harmonise economic development with environmenta...
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Posted on August 13, 2025

Railways Drive Modernisation in China Freight Transport Sector

China's ambitious railway modernisation programme is transforming the nation's freight transport landscape, presenting significant opportunities for intern...
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Posted on August 12, 2025

Global Rail Freight Developments

The global rail freight sector continues to witness significant developments across multiple continents, presenting new opportunities for international log...
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Posted on August 11, 2025

China Iron Ore Imports Stable

China's iron ore imports have demonstrated remarkable resilience in the face of gathering economic uncertainties, according to latest market data from 1st ...
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Posted on August 8, 2025

USA announces 15% Tariff on Seafood Imports Norway

The United States has announced a 15% tariff on Norwegian seafood imports, marking a significant shift in transatlantic trade policy. This development coul...
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Posted on August 6, 2025

Norway Trade Balancing

The trade relationship between the United States and Norway has reached a critical juncture, with reciprocal tariffs posing significant challenges to Norwa...
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Posted on August 5, 2025

New US Tariffs for Norway

The implementation of new US tariffs is expected to create significant ripple effects across international trade routes and freight forwarding operations. ...
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Posted on August 4, 2025

Irish exports rise

Irish whiskey exports to the United States, valued at €410 million in the previous year, now face a significant challenge as 15% tariffs come into effect...
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Posted on August 1, 2025

Vietnamese and Chinese Logistics Partnership

Vietnamese and Chinese enterprises are forging stronger logistics partnerships to improve cross-border trade efficiency. The collaboration focuses on enhan...
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Posted on July 31, 2025

US EU Trade Deal

A potential trans-Atlantic trade dispute has been avoided following an agreement between the United States and European Union. The framework deal represent...
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Posted on July 29, 2025

Trans-Pacific Air Freight Demand

The recent 90-day tariff suspension from the USA has prompted a notable shift in trans-Pacific shipping patterns, with US importers increasingly favouring ...
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Posted on July 28, 2025

Security fears cause tighter cargo manifest

The United Arab Emirates is set to introduce stricter cargo manifest regulations for ocean freight stakeholders, with implementation scheduled for 31 July ...
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Posted on July 27, 2025

Brazilian Beef Exports Surge 27%

Brazilian beef exports have demonstrated remarkable growth in the first half of 2025, recording a 27% increase compared to the same period last year. This ...
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Posted on July 25, 2025

Norway Fresh Salmon Exports Reach 2025 Peak

Fresh salmon exports from Norway have reached their highest weekly volume of 2025, with shipments between 7-13 July marking a significant milestone for the...
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Posted on July 23, 2025

Pharmaceuticals exports grow 5.2 per cent

The pharmaceutical sector has demonstrated robust growth in the first quarter of FY26, with exports rising by 5.2 per cent year-on-year. Export volumes rea...
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Posted on July 22, 2025

Swiss Exports Slip

Switzerland's export sector experienced a notable contraction in the second quarter, with shipments declining by 5.3% as businesses adjusted to shifting ma...
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Posted on July 20, 2025

Indian exporters face overweight container surcharges

Indian exporters are encountering increased costs as leading container shipping lines introduce surcharges for overweight cargo. Major carriers have implem...
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Posted on July 18, 2025

Antwerp cargo terminals under pressure

The Port of Antwerp, Northern Europe's busiest container hub, is experiencing significant operational strain as first-half volumes continue their upward tr...
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Posted on July 17, 2025

Azerbaijan Railways Launches Cargo Terminal in China

Azerbaijan Railways (ADY) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Xi'an Free Trade Port Construction and Operation Co. Ltd. to develop a new cargo te...
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Posted on July 16, 2025

World’s Largest Solar-Powered Shipping

The maritime transport industry has witnessed a groundbreaking development with the launch of the Yuanhai Kou, the world's largest solar-powered car carrie...
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Posted on July 9, 2025

Strait of Hormuz GPS jamming

The Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping route for global trade, has recently experienced GPS jamming, causing concern among the shipping industry. Despit...
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Posted on July 6, 2025
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