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Russian grain exports by seafreight

In February 2023, Russia experienced a substantial decline in its seaborne grain exports, with a 52.3% year-on-year decrease, as reported by Baird Maritime...
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Posted on March 23, 2025

UK freight association dinner raises £10,000 for charity

The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has announced that its annual Freight Service Awards dinner has raised an impressive £10,000 for the ...
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Posted on March 20, 2025

India-Europe Freight Rates

Several leading shipping lines have recently reduced spot booking rates from West India to North Europe by $300 to $500 per container, according to freight...
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Posted on March 19, 2025

US imports

According to industry experts, the actions taken by the Trump administration against long-standing US trading partners are exposing shippers to the risk of...
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Posted on March 18, 2025

China Halts Soybean and Timber Imports from USA

As tensions continue to rise in the ongoing trade war between China and the United States, Beijing has taken further action by suspending soybean imports f...
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Posted on March 17, 2025

Slow container growth Hamburg

Hamburg, the third-largest port in Europe, is expected to experience a slowdown in container volume growth in 2025. The port's performance is being impacte...
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Posted on March 14, 2025

Shipping – Return to Red Sea Route

According to the Port of Rotterdam, Europe's busiest port, carriers returning to the Red Sea route can expect to face several months of port congestion. Th...
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Posted on March 11, 2025

Norway – seafood exports

RW Freight reports that Norway's seafood exports experienced significant growth in February, reaching a total value of NOK 14.1 billion. This represents an...
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Posted on March 5, 2025

Soybean Farmers Exports

Wisconsin soybean farmers are growing increasingly concerned about the potential impact of a proposed European Commission ban on soybean imports produced u...
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Posted on March 4, 2025

Port of Liverpool Bulk Cargo

RW Freight reports that the Port of Liverpool has significantly enhanced its bulk cargo handling capabilities with the inauguration of its first deep water...
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Posted on March 3, 2025

Shipping Discounts

According to a leading ocean freight rate benchmarking platform, carriers on the Asia-Europe trade lane are enticing shippers with discounted long-term con...
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Posted on March 2, 2025

Shipping profits

The recent surge in shipping profits is expected to dissipate due to increased US tariffs on goods from China and the reopening of the Red Sea trade route....
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Posted on February 25, 2025

New container shipping route connects

The Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has launched a new direct container shipping route connecting Dalian, China, with the Mediterranean. The inaugural...
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Posted on February 24, 2025

Swiss Watch Exports Could Fall

The Swiss watch industry is experiencing a significant shift towards high-end brands, which could result in a decline in overall export volume to 12 millio...
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Posted on February 20, 2025

Cargo ship master sentenced in UK over Baltic Sea collision

The master of a British-flagged cargo ship has been sentenced by a UK court for his role in a deadly collision that occurred in the Baltic Sea. The inciden...
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Posted on February 19, 2025

Exports from Brazil to USA

Freight forwarders report that Brazilian shippers are capitalising on the recent drop in spot rates to book space for shipping low-value commodities, such ...
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Posted on February 18, 2025

US Retailers Boost Imports Despite Tariff Uncertainty

US retailers are increasing imports despite the looming uncertainty surrounding President Trump's proposed tariffs on goods imports from Asia and Europe. H...
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Posted on February 14, 2025

North Europe port delays

RW Freight reports that container handling at major North European ports, particularly Rotterdam and those in France, is being significantly impacted by a ...
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Posted on February 13, 2025

Norway Shipping Company Orders from China

RW Freight reports that the shipping company Arriva Shipping in Norway has signed a contract with Jiangsu Soho Marine Heavy Industry, a Chinese shipbuildin...
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Posted on February 10, 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

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

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

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

Shipping Prospects

The ocean shipping sector has undergone a significant transformation. The industry, which was once characterized by predictable cyclical patterns, is now g...
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Posted on December 30, 2024

Shippers warned of chaotic start to 2025 for container shipping

A leading provider of international freight forwarding services, has cautioned shippers about the potential for a tumultuous beginning to the year 2025 in ...
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Posted on December 24, 2024

Tackling carbon emissions may not mean higher ocean freight costs

The container shipping industry is on course to set a new record for carbon emissions in 2024, with total emissions up 13.8% globally compared to 2023, acc...
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Posted on December 17, 2024

Methane emissions from LNG shipping

The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) has launched FUMES 2 (Fugitive and Unburned Methane Emissions from Ships Part 2), a two-year resea...
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Posted on December 16, 2024

Shipping deserves its due credit

In a recent article, Punit Oza, President of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers, discusses the launch of a new initiative called Shipping for Good Coll...
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Posted on December 12, 2024

Ukraine Sells Unprofitable Cargo Ship Series

The state-run Ukrainian Danube Shipping Company (UDP) has announced its decision to sell a substantial part of its general cargo fleet. This move comes as ...
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Posted on December 11, 2024

Bordeaux Grand Cru Exports to Greater China

RW Freight reports that Bordeaux Grand Cru exports to Greater China have experienced a sustained decline, with the latest figures revealing a drop to €24...
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Posted on November 27, 2024

Strong imports eastbound Pacific

The peak season on the eastbound trans-Pacific shipping lane is experiencing an extension due to robust import demand from Asia. Usually, this demand decre...
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Posted on November 21, 2024

Wilhelmshaven linked to Ningbo with direct service

The ports of Wilhelmshaven on the North Sea Coast of Germany and Ningbo in China have signed a groundbreaking agreement to establish a direct shipping serv...
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Posted on November 20, 2024

Canada’s ports closed by strikes

The Port of Montreal is facing significant disruption as a result of ongoing strike action. This has led to a 40% reduction in container traffic, as repor...
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Posted on November 14, 2024

High freight rates could threaten food security

The United Nations has expressed concern that the current high freight rates could pose a threat to food security in vulnerable economies. The increased co...
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Posted on November 8, 2024

Egypt Establishes New Shipping Route to Russian Ports

In a move to strengthen trade relations between Egypt and Russia, the Egyptian government has announced the establishment of a new shipping route. This m...
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Posted on November 5, 2024

Shipping eco news

The shipping industry's pursuit of decarbonisation is being helped by the adoption of low- and zero-carbon fuels, including methanol, methane, and ammonia....
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Posted on November 4, 2024

Third-quarter freight emissions

The third quarter of this year has seen record-high emissions in the shipping industry. The continuing conflict in the Red Sea, coupled with increased ...
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Posted on November 1, 2024

India restrictions on imports

India will probably reverse legislation which abolished cabotage restrictions, saying that the advantages gained by foreign-flag carriers have disadvantag...
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Posted on October 31, 2024

Wind-powered cargo ship Southampton sea trials

RW Freight is closely following the developments of wind-powered cargo shipping. The Pacific Grebe cargo ship currently moored in Southampton harbour, is f...
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Posted on October 19, 2024

Cargo ships return to North Devon

Cargo ships have returned to North Devon, marking a significant development for the county. The establishment of a new shipping route should bring about nu...
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Posted on October 17, 2024

Strong freight rates drive higher Q3 revenue

RW Freight reports that Taiwan's three largest freight shipping carriers have experienced a surge in revenue during the third quarter of the year. The gr...
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Posted on October 12, 2024

Hong Kong Chamber of Shipping

The Hong Kong Chamber of Shipping has been officially inaugerated to improve Hong Kong's standing as a global shipping centre. The launch reception was...
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Posted on October 11, 2024

Shipping company alliance gives more options

The recent re-shuffle in shipping company alliances has led to the introduction of new network designs, which will provide shippers with a diverse array of...
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Posted on October 9, 2024

Exports of Wood-Based Products from Brazil

In August, Brazilian exports of wood-based products experienced a decline, mainly attributed to challenges in the shipping industry. Exporters faced fi...
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Posted on October 4, 2024

Container Shipping Prospects

Shippers in the container industry are currently grappling with a multitude of supply chain disruptions. As they strive to maintain control over inventory ...
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Posted on September 30, 2024

Typhoon closes Shanghai, Ningbo ports

A leading global shipping company has issued an advisory warning of significant cargo and vessel disruption following the closure of Shanghai and Ningbo po...
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Posted on September 16, 2024

US pet food exports

Dog and cat food exports from the United States to Chile have nearly tripled since 2015, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Foreign Agricultur...
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Posted on August 29, 2024

Nigeria Freight forwarders

Freight forwarders in NIgeria under the umbrella of the National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF) have complained about the r...
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Posted on August 21, 2024

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