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The loss of a container vessel and attacks on three others have renewed concerns over the safety of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

Disruption across the Middle East has intensified following further attacks on airports and commercial shipping, creating additional challenges for businesses planning international freight movements.

Severe flooding in Bangkok and surrounding areas has disrupted transport networks, creating challenges for sea and air freight shipments moving through Thailand.

UK customers could soon benefit from shorter shipping journeys as more carriers take steps to restore services through the Suez Canal, despite renewed tensions in the Red Sea region.

The reported Houthi advance towards Dhubab in Yemen has increased concern over the security of shipping transiting the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a vital gateway between the Indian Ocean, the Red Sea and the Suez Canal.

Indonesian airports are open again after volcanic ash from Anak Krakatau caused major disruption to flight operations, but the recovery process is now the key consideration for airfreight customers.

Security concerns surrounding two of the world’s most important shipping routes have intensified following a fresh Houthi attack in the Red Sea and continuing uncertainty over navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.

Shipping operations across China are being affected by serious congestion following repeated storm disruption and increased peak-season demand.

Container shipping through the Suez Canal is beginning to show further signs of recovery, with a number of major carriers cautiously increasing their use of the Red Sea route.

Severe weather is creating further challenges for Far East supply chains, with Typhoon Dolphin making landfall in China’s Zhejiang province yesterday.

Shipping through the Panama Canal is facing tighter capacity as authorities respond to concerns that a developing El Niño weather pattern could bring prolonged dry conditions to the region.

US foreign trade policy is entering another uncertain phase as the temporary 10% tariff on global imports approaches its expiry deadline.

The Strait of Hormuz remains at the centre of global shipping disruption following a further escalation in military activity across the region.

Container shipping networks are coming under increasing strain as port congestion intensifies across several major port regions, with rising cargo volumes, limited berth availability and longer vessel wait times.

Two regulatory changes are scheduled to take effect across Europe on 1 July 2026, with potential impacts on road freight operations, light commercial vehicle movements and logistics costs.

Following the ocean freight rate increases seen in June, shipping lines have now confirmed further General Rate Increases (GRIs) effective from 1 July for cargo moving from Asia origins to the UK and Europe.

The US-Iran framework agreement, aimed at restoring stability in the Middle East, along with reports that the Strait of Hormuz could reopen on Friday, has already boosted global markets.

Ocean freight markets from Asia are beginning to experience the first signs of peak season pressure, with available vessel space and equipment becoming increasingly difficult to secure.

Major container shipping lines are preparing to introduce significant freight rate increases ahead of the usual peak shipping season in Asia, with revised pricing expected to come into effect from 1 June.

Despite renewed statements from President Trump suggesting serious negotiations are now taking place between Washington and Tehran, instability around the Strait of Hormuz continues to deepen as Iran takes further steps to tighten its grip.

The traditional peak season for cargo moving from Asia to Europe and North America is drawing closer, although in recent years its impact has become far less predictable.

A missile attack struck a CMA CGM container vessel transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, injuring multiple crew members as security risks continue to intensify across the Gulf region.

Iran’s decision to introduce transit tolls for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz may be leading others to introduce control over global shipping routes.

A string of containership incidents has taken place in the Strait of Hormuz after Iran briefly shut down and then reopened the crucial shipping route over the weekend.

The United States begun the duty refund process on IEEPA tariffs starting Monday, April 20th, marking a significant step for companies that were impacted by duties imposed during the Trump administration under emergency authority.

Air cargo markets are once again facing upward pressure on prices as airlines adjust to a challenging mix of rising fuel costs, capacity constraints and ongoing geopolitical tensions.

After the Supreme Court invalidated Trump’s broad “Liberty Day” tariffs, the administration acted swiftly to roll out a new round of duties—only to see them quickly challenged in court.

Almost one month since the Iranian conflict began, global logistics networks continue to face considerable pressure. Fuel prices have surged and air freight capacity has tightened. Herewith an overview of the latest developments.

Rising geopolitical instability is continuing to disrupt global energy markets, creating sharp fluctuations in oil prices and increasing operational costs throughout the transport and logistics sector.

Since tensions escalated across the Middle East this week, logistics and transport networks have experienced significant disruption — both regionally and globally.

A landmark weekend for Donald Trump’s trade programme has reshaped global trade, after the President unveiled a sweeping 15 percent tariff on imports from countries around the world.

Ocean carriers have continued to cancel scheduled sailings this month, as freight demand is expected to remain subdued following the Chinese New Year period.

The US government has unveiled its Maritime Action Plan (MAP), reviving proposals to impose port fees on foreign-built vessels calling at American ports.

Chinese New Year is approaching, and with it comes one of the most significant annual slowdowns in global trade, with celebrations beginning on February 17th.

London Gateway port is emerging as a serious rival to Felixstowe in the contest for the title of the UK’s leading container port, after a breakthrough year that significantly narrowed the gap between the two hubs.

The future of President Donald Trump’s trade agenda remains unclear after the US Supreme Court delayed a decision on the legality of his far-reaching tariff programme – seemingly for at least another month.

Maersk Line has become the first major container carrier to fully restore a regular service through the Suez Canal this month, but subsequently security concerns returned to the region.

Tehran has issued a warning that any US military action could prompt a strike against American and Israeli shipping centres, while Trump announces 25% tariff on countries dealing with Iran.

The protracted court battle over President Trump’s reliance on emergency powers to levy his “Liberation Day” tariffs is nearing a critical juncture, although a definitive resolution may be unlikely.

Global Logistics Freight Solutions has once again demonstrated its expertise in complex cargo movements, completing the seamless door-to-door delivery of a major oversized air freight shipment.

Two members of the Ocean Alliance have moved to partially restore their traditional Europe–Asia routes, confirming that certain eastbound sailings will once again pass through the Suez Canal and the Red Sea.

As we hurtle towards the end of another logistics year, its time for us to share our business hours during the Holiday Season.

As the logistics industry heads toward 2026, congestion at major ports remains a significant and lingering risk for global supply chains, even though some locations have recently seen modest reductions in vessel wait times.

The European Union is moving toward scrapping its long-standing de minimis exemption, a shift that could have far-reaching consequences for international e-commerce.

Last week, the US Supreme Court heard the Trump administration’s appeal of two lower-court rulings that found his broad tariff program unlawful. Here’s how the case reached this point.

In a significant milestone for international shipping, an Ultra Large Container Vessel (ULCV) has successfully crossed the Red Sea for the first time in nearly two years.

The U.S. Supreme Court has scheduled the first week of November to hear President Trump’s bid to overturn a federal appeals court ruling that declared many of his tariffs illegal.

From October 14th, the US Trade Representative’s (USTR) Section 301 penalties on Chinese-built ships will take effect, though the implications for global supply chains remain uncertain.

Overcapacity looks set to play a defining role in ocean freight markets over the next several years as ship orders continue to rise faster than volumes.