Trans-Pacific freight rates hit $9,500
Asia-US container rates surge to $9,500 per unit as Middle East conflict and typhoon disruptions tighten capacity
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US to Guide Neutral Ships Through Strait of Hormuz
Bloomberg reported on May 3, 2026, that President Donald Trump said the United States will begin guiding some neutral ships stuck in the Persian…
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Hormuz disruption shows why early-warning data matters
New UNCTAD dashboard tracks risks across shipping, energy, food and finance as shocks from the Strait of Hormuz spread through the global economy
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HMM launches new West Africa service, accelerating global network expansion
An HMM official stated, “The MA2 service will serve as a strategic gateway, effectively linking HMM’s core main-haul services with the high-potential emerging markets…
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Signals and Questions Around Maritime Automation Opportunities
Ports Europe has spotlighted “Emerging opportunities for maritime automation.” This article examines the theme the title evokes, outlining potential benefits, common risks, and the…
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IACS 2025 Review Highlights Safety, Decarbonization and Digitalization
IACS’s latest annual review details work on maritime safety, sector decarbonization, and digital transformation, including cyber measures, inspector safety guidance, and close IMO collaboration…
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Nigeria’s NSC Demands Talks Before New Tariffs
The Nigerian Shippers’ Council convened stakeholders and stressed that engagement must precede any new tariff implementation. No timeline, scope, or additional details were disclosed…
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US Coast Guard to Base First Two Arctic Security Cutters in Alaska
The service said Thursday it will homeport the first two Arctic Security Cutters in Alaska, marking a significant step as it moves to field…
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Höegh Autoliners welcomes the Höegh Pacific to its fleet
The Höegh Pacific is purpose-built for the routes that connect Central America and the Caribbean with the rest of the world
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Beijing: Three Chinese Ships Transited Hormuz Strait
China’s Foreign Ministry reported a recent transit after coordination with relevant parties and urged peace and stability, emphasizing messaging around safe navigation and regional…
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China Awards Two Scholarships to Liberia Maritime Authority
Beijing’s decision to fund two scholarships for Liberia’s maritime regulator underscores ongoing educational cooperation and skills development, though key details—including study fields, timelines, and…
