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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

Kenya Freight

Kenya's Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) has recorded a significant uplift in freight activity during the first half of 2026, transporting 4.278 million tonnes...
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Posted on July 17, 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

Water Freight Charges: China

The latest iron ore inland water freight charges across China have been released for July 2026, providing valuable insight into the current state of bulk c...
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Posted on July 8, 2026

Sea Freight rates

Trans-Pacific carriers may be approaching the end of a sustained freight rate rally, as newly deployed capacity on the US West Coast begins to reshape mark...
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Posted on July 3, 2026

Western Canadian Imports

The ports of Vancouver and Prince Rupert are currently undergoing a sustained recovery following the significant disruptions experienced throughout 2023 an...
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Posted on July 2, 2026

Container Shipping Rates

Container shipping rates have experienced a dramatic escalation in recent months, with spot rates from China to the US West Coast climbing by more than 300...
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Posted on July 1, 2026

Shipping Industry Seeks Clarity on US-Iran

The global shipping industry is calling for greater clarity on the recently announced US-Iran agreement before vessel transits through the Strait of Hormuz...
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Posted on June 22, 2026

South America-US Freight rates

Spot ocean freight rates on the South America to US trade lane are rising sharply, driven by tighter vessel capacity and a surge in frontloading activity f...
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Posted on June 18, 2026

Sweden Releases Jin Hui Captain

Swedish authorities have released the captain of the Jin Hui, a tanker currently under international sanctions, although the broader investigation into the...
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Posted on June 17, 2026

G7 Targets 60% Cap on China’s Rare Earth Supply

The G7 nations have set an ambitious target to reduce global reliance on Chinese rare earth minerals, aiming to ensure that no single country supplies more...
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Posted on June 11, 2026

Port of Los Angeles Reports 17% Surge in May Cargo Volumes

The Port of Los Angeles has reported a significant 17% increase in cargo volumes for May, underlining its growing strength as one of the world's most relia...
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Posted on June 9, 2026

Corn Ship Reaches Iran

A grain vessel exporting corn to Iran entered the Persian Gulf after crossing the US blockade line beyond the Strait of Hormuz, marking a significant devel...
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Posted on June 2, 2026

China Increasing Coal Imports

Geopolitical instability continues to disrupt key global shipping routes, with significant implications for energy markets and freight operations worldwide...
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Posted on June 1, 2026

Norway Seafood Body Labels EU Proposal ‘Unreasonable’

Norway's seafood industry has voiced strong opposition to a recent European Union proposal, with the Norwegian Seafood Federation describing the measures a...
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Posted on May 29, 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

US Agricultural Freight Growth

The United States agricultural sector continues to rely heavily on cost-effective inland river transportation to remain competitive within the global marke...
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Posted on May 26, 2026

Western Africa’s Petroleum Product Imports

Western Africa's clean petroleum product (CPP) imports have fallen sharply, dropping 44% year-on-year between April and May, according to Niels Rasmussen, ...
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Posted on May 15, 2026

Freight Rates Climbing

The ocean freight market is entering the summer period with a notable divergence between headline figures and underlying market realities. Rates are trendi...
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Posted on May 14, 2026

Canada’s Ports and Shippers

According to the Bank of Canada, the country's maritime trade connectivity has deteriorated significantly over the past decade, presenting a notable challe...
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Posted on May 13, 2026

Turkish Ports Cargo Volumes

Turkish ports have set a new record for cargo handling in April, marking a significant milestone for the country's maritime trade sector. According to t...
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Posted on May 7, 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

Cooking Oil Imports from China

American imports of used cooking oil from China are expected to accelerate sharply in the coming months, driven by stricter US biofuel-blending requirement...
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Posted on April 30, 2026

US Toymakers Imports

US toymakers are increasingly absorbing the financial burden of higher tariffs and scaling back import volumes in an effort to safeguard sales and maintain...
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Posted on April 29, 2026

China Halts Poultry Imports from Chile

China has officially suspended all poultry imports from Chile following a recent outbreak of bird flu in the South American nation, according to an announc...
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Posted on April 21, 2026

African Imports of Chinese Solar Panels

Africa has recorded a significant rise in solar panel imports from China, with shipments reaching 18.8 GW in 2025, a 48% increase compared with the previou...
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Posted on April 20, 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

US Household Goods Imports Stagnate

The US household goods import sector has experienced a notable slowdown as ongoing housing market weakness continues to suppress consumer demand. Recent ea...
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Posted on April 2, 2026

SA Imposes Duties

South Africa has implemented significant anti-dumping duties on structural steel imports from China and Thailand, marking a decisive move to safeguard the ...
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Posted on March 23, 2026

US imports to fall below 2025 levels

The National Retail Federation (NRF) has projected a significant decline in US import volumes, with container traffic expected to fall below 2025 levels as...
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Posted on March 2, 2026

Singapore Key Exports Rise 9.3%

Singapore's non-oil domestic exports recorded a significant 9.3% year-on-year increase in January 2024, marking a strong start to the year for the city-sta...
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Posted on February 22, 2026

December US imports

Recent data indicates that December import volumes into the United States are poised to fall to their lowest levels since June 2023, according to retail se...
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Posted on December 31, 2025

Rail Freight

The Port of Long Beach's newly appointed Chief Executive has identified enhanced inland rail connectivity as a strategic priority for expanding the port's ...
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Posted on December 30, 2025

Brazilian Orange Juice Exports to US

Recent trade data reveals a significant shift in Brazilian orange juice export patterns, with shipments to the United States experiencing substantial growt...
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Posted on December 19, 2025

Stretched Logistics Capacity in Europe

European logistics infrastructure is facing unprecedented strain as the potential return to Red Sea shipping routes poses new challenges for already conges...
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Posted on December 3, 2025

Slump of US imports from Asia

The ongoing decline in US imports from Asia continues to intensify, presenting notable challenges for the freight forwarding sector. Whilst months of front...
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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

India’s Exports and Imports

Recent trade figures from India's Ministry of Commerce reveal significant patterns in the country's international commerce during the first seven months of...
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Posted on November 20, 2025

Trade deal could boost short-term China imports

The recent trade agreement between Washington and Beijing is expected to generate an immediate increase in cargo volumes, according to industry analysts. H...
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Posted on November 10, 2025

Brazilian Exports to US Fall

The implementation of substantial 50% tariffs on Brazilian goods by the Trump administration in August has triggered a significant decline in US import vol...
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Posted on October 20, 2025

Possible US import rebound in early 2026

The US import market may experience a significant rebound in the first quarter of 2026, according to leading carriers and freight forwarders. This optimist...
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Posted on October 17, 2025

China-US Airfreight Market

The airfreight market between China and the United States is experiencing significant growth as businesses rush to move goods ahead of potential tariff imp...
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Posted on October 15, 2025

Shipping lines cut capacity

Major ocean carriers have implemented strategic capacity reductions to stabilise freight rates as demand softens ahead of China's Golden Week holiday perio...
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Posted on October 5, 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

Container Freight Rates

Container freight rates are expected to remain under pressure as markets grapple with uncertainty surrounding potential tariff implementations under Donald...
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Posted on September 19, 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

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

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

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