The Logistic News

The Panama Canal Authority officially initiates a prequalification process for two strategic projects: the construction of two new container terminals (Atlantic and Pacific coasts) and a 76 km pipeline intended …

The “dual-fuel” fleet continues to reach milestones: Seatrade reports that the total number of ships (container ships and car carriers) in service + on order has significantly increased over the …

Tensions around the Strait of Hormuz immediately eased after the abandonment of live-fire exercises announced by the Iranian side. The market reacted without delay: oil prices, which had risen at …

The Panamanian government has appointed APM Terminals as the temporary operator of the Balboa and Cristóbal terminals, previously operated by the Panamanian subsidiary of a port group linked to CK …

The administrative closure related to the American “shutdown” directly affects the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC): the agency announces that it will be closed for the duration of the funding halt, …

The Malaysian group MISC is strengthening its strategy on LNG transportation with a contract signed with Hudong-Zhonghua (CSSC): an initial tranche of 3 + 3 large-capacity LNG carriers (174,000 m³ …

Wallenius Wilhelmsen officially takes over the auto & ro-ro terminal in Gothenburg, renamed, via a 12-year contract. The operator succeeds the former operator and announces an investment program to modernize …

Air Canada Cargo is implementing an ambitious network strategy based on a hub-and-spoke model centered on Canada, aiming to position the country as an international logistics transit hub. Rather than …

Global statistics published at the end of January 2026 confirm that air freight demand increased by 3.4% in 2025, driven by a solid recovery in international trade and the diversification …

The maritime group Maersk is strengthening the integration of its services between the Middle East and the Eastern Mediterranean by highlighting Damietta (Egypt) as a major connection point for cargo …

Dozens of truck drivers from the Western Balkans organized a massive blockade of freight terminals located at the borders between their countries and the European Union, protesting against rules limiting …

In Singapore, PSA and Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) are taking a new step in automotive logistics with the creation of a joint venture dedicated to operating a ro-ro terminal. The …

In southern China, Beibu Gulf Port is accelerating its rise to prominence with an announced investment of .24 billion, aimed at enhancing its handling capabilities — particularly for bulk goods …

Chinese carrier Zhonggu Logistics formalizes a construction contract for up to six container ships of around 6,000 to 6,300 TEU with Hengli (Dalian). Four ships are firm, with two additional …

The tariff increases at the beginning of February (GRI) are losing ground: several operators are putting their ambitions on hold, in a climate where demand is still considered too weak …

As containerized maritime transport projects toward a prolonged phase of overcapacity, the market theoretically expects a return to demolition to rebalance supply. Problem: Recycling capacity is constrained by regulations, which …

Land-based logistics chains connecting the Balkans to the European Union have been severely disrupted in recent hours by blockades led by truck drivers. The reason: the strict application of Schengen …

Faced with major disruptions to road transport in the Balkans, air freight is experiencing a sudden surge in charter requests in Southeast Europe. Freight forwarders, faced with unpredictable delays by …

The Maersk Group has announced new tariff measures targeting certain North African destinations, in response to persistent congestion in several strategic ports. These adjustments take the form of specific fees …

Global air freight starts 2026 on a stronger dynamic than expected The first indicators of 2026 confirm a more robust recovery than expected in global air freight. After a year-end …

South African ports have confirmed their rise to prominence by handling a record volume of containers throughout the past year. This progress reflects the positive effects of the logistical reforms …

United Parcel Service (UPS), one of the world’s largest logistics operators, has unveiled a deep restructuring of its operating network as it accelerates its reduction of dependence on Amazon. The …

Clandestine ship-to-ship (STS) operations in waters off Malaysia have more than doubled in recent weeks, according to analysis based on available satellite imagery and AIS data. Maritime observers have identified …

India and the European Union have finalized a historic free trade agreement aimed at gradually lowering or eliminating tariff barriers on a wide range of industrial and manufactured goods. This …

Oman Air Cargo has announced the creation of a new strategic role within its commercial management to strengthen its expansion in the Middle East and Gulf region. Gokul Sudamani has …

In a context of persistently tight logistics markets, international freight players are facing a confluence of tariff pressures, network restructurings, and operational disruptions. On one hand, companies like UPS are …

Wind-assisted propulsion leaves the “pilot” stage to enter an industrial logic: bound4blue announces the successful installation of four 24-meter eSails on the MR Maersk Trieste, the first step in a …

The latest financial update from Alaska Air Group highlights a signal monitored by the entire industry: over the quarter, the group’s cargo activity has declined, with revenue down. Unsurprisingly, the …

A new legal twist affects road transport in the United States: a court decision has refused to order California to resume, under duress, certain renewals of “non-domiciled” commercial driver’s licenses …

In the global battle for logistical efficiency, C.H. Robinson highlights a very concrete use case of AI: managing missed pickups in LTL. According to published information, AI agents now automate …

Bridges Air Cargo is about to take a symbolic step for regional air freight: the imminent entry into service of its first Embraer E190F, an aircraft designed to meet a …

The specialist in cargo conversions AEI is accelerating in the segment of converted single-aisle aircraft: the company has started work on the second Boeing 737-800SF destined for Hainan Airlines, within …

Engines are sometimes worth more than the plane: “teardowns” are accelerating and the freighter conversion chain is tightening Context: Engines are sometimes worth more than the plane: “teardowns” are accelerating …

Japan records a fourth consecutive month of export growth, driven by solid demand in certain technological segments. But behind this positive figure lies a more contrasted signal: shipments to the …

Finland is raising its voice on a subject that has become critical for Europe: the vulnerability of cables, telecom links, and underwater energy infrastructure in the Baltic Sea. In an …

After several weeks of operational management, the container ship ONE Henry Hudson, severely impacted by a cargo fire that occurred while it was docked in Los Angeles, has finally left …

Maritime authorities were mobilized after the report of the capsizing of a bulk carrier flying the Singaporean flag, the Devon Bay, in the maritime zone of the Philippines. The relayed …

From January 24, 2026, Italy will activate a major tightening of its criminal framework related to violations of European sanctions, following the transposition of an EU directive. Concretely, the country …

The digital transformation of the maritime sector is reaching a turning point: by 2026, data will no longer be a “bonus” for optimization, it will become a condition for navigation. …

Air cargo is at the heart of a consolidation operation: Allegiant announced the acquisition of Sun Country in a transaction involving a mix of cash and stock, valued at around …

Scrubbers, long associated with ships running on conventional fuel, are making an unexpected comeback… where they were not expected: on new container ships advertized as “dual-fuel” (diesel + LNG or …

The Jones Act, a historical pillar of American cabotage (ships built in the USA, registered in the USA, crews from the USA), has just been strengthened… not by a new …

The Ocean Alliance (CMA CGM, COSCO Shipping, Evergreen, and OOCL) has just unveiled its “Day 10” East-West network, which will come into effect from April 1, 2026. Key message: despite …

The Lithuanian port of Klaipėda announces a historic performance in 2025: 39 million tons handled, despite a tense geopolitical context and European flows still sensitive to sanctions and industrial arbitrations. …

The geography of oil is shifting, and shipping feels it immediately. According to analyzes reported by BIMCO, Chinese crude oil imports from the United States would have collapsed in 2025, …

New episode in the maritime tug-of-war over sanctions: the United States has seized a seventh tanker suspected of operating in violation of restrictions related to Venezuelan oil. The vessel in …

The road transport market is starting the year on a stronger note than expected. January indicators show spot rates that remain high, even tho they have slightly receded after their …

A British consortium is putting back on the table an idea as spectacular as it is controversial: using nuclear power as a propulsion solution for the merchant navy. The main …

Lloyd’s Register is sounding the alarm on a very concrete problem: the proliferation of alerts and alarms on board eventually reduces the effectiveness of safety itself. When the systems trigger …

Cargo flights between Asia and Europe have just become more complicated again. After a safety alert affecting certain overflight areas, several airlines have chosen to avoid normally used corridors, imposing …