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- What’s Behind Maersk’s New Surcharge? Introducing a $60 Transit Fee for Central AmericaMaersk introduced a $60 In-Transit Surcharge for cargo to Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and El Salvador to enhance port services and expedite customs clearance. The fee takes effect on Feb 26 (non-U.S. contracts) and Mar 26 (U.S. contracts).Logistics News March 03, 2025
- Shipping Companies Suddenly Announce Collective Rate Hikes!The container shipping market has recently seen a wave of collective rate hikes by liner companies for March. Major carriers, including Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, and Wan Hai, have announced adjustments to freight rates on routes covering Europe, North America, Africa, the Middle East, South Asia, and intra-Asia. Maersk raised Europe-bound rates to 2,600/TEU and 4,000/FEU, while Hapag-Lloyd increased rates on multiple routes. MSC and Wan Hai also issued rate hike notices. These adjustments have driven a strong performance in the Europe Container Index (EC) futures market, but significant resistance is expected due to declining cargo volumes on major routes and uncertainties in the Middle East. The launch of the “Gemini” alliance between Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd has reduced market concentration, potentially intensifying competition. Global container shipping supply is projected to grow by 5.4%, exceeding annual demand growth of 2%–3%, further pressuring rates.Logistics News February 19, 2025
- ONE Launches New China-South Vietnam Service (VCX)ONE launches the VCX service connecting South China and Vietnam, starting April 16. Operating weekly with a 14-day round-trip, the route links Ho Chi Minh City, Haiphong, Nansha, and Hong Kong, offering a 5-day transit from Ho Chi Minh to Nansha, enhancing trade efficiency.Logistics News February 20, 2025
- Why Do Direct Clients Prefer Booking Through 羞羞视频s Instead of Directly with Shipping Lines?Direct clients prefer freight forwarders over shipping lines for one-stop services, cost advantages, slot guarantees, and risk management. Large clients or industries with high supply chain control may contact shipping lines directly, but forwarders remain vital in global logistics.Blog February 25, 2025
- Plunge!! Freight Rates Drop 18%...SCFI rates fell for the sixth week, with U.S. routes down over 17%. Europe routes face "rate inversion," and March rate hikes show limited impact. Further hikes are expected in April-June, potentially stabilizing rates.Logistics News February 26, 2025
- What Will Happen to the Freight Forwarding Industry in the Next 5-10 Years? Over 50% of Traditional Players Face EliminationThe freight forwarding industry will not disappear, but over 50% of traditional players will be eliminated in 5-10 years. Professionals must pivot to niche markets (e.g., new energy, cold chain) or related industries (e.g., cross-border e-commerce) to adapt to industry changes.Blog February 27, 2025
- What Makes Tuas Port the World’s Largest Automated Terminal? Handling Over 10 Million TEUsSingapore’s Tuas Port, the world’s largest automated terminal, has handled 10 million TEUs. Developed in four phases, it is expected to handle 65 million TEUs annually by 2040, reinforcing Singapore’s role as a global transshipment hub.
- List of Major Ports in US and Port RankingsThere are 239 ports in the USA, of which 54 are major ports. The major ports in the USA are divided geographically into two parts: the East Coast and the West Coast.Logistics News November 23, 2022
- Update sea freight to PanamaDestinationManzanillo/CCTBalboa,PAColon Free ZonePanama CityASIA ORIGIN20'40'GP40'HC20'40'GP40'HC20'40'GP40'HC20'40'GP40'HCChinaShenzhen$4,150$4,200$4,200$4,150$4,200$4,200$4,150$4,200$4,200$4,350$4,400$4,400Hong Kong$4,150$4,200$4,200$4,350$4,400$4,400$4,350$4,400$4,400$4,550$4,600$4,600Ningbo$4,25
- Once processed, the price of the product increases by 1000%! What has happened to the "flower"? Eternal flowers are selling worldwide.Leveraging the scale of the fresh flower industry, Yunnan's eternal flowers have also shown outstanding export performance. Eternal flowers are created by dehydrating, decolorizing, drying, and dyeing fresh cut flowers through a series of complex processes. They can be preserved for a long time, andMarketing Info update November 26, 2024