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31 October 2026

Last updated 31 Oct 2026, 5:03 PM SGT · refreshes automatically every 6 hours from 10 trusted sources

  • Jamming and spoofing attacks are rising fast across busy waterways, putting crews, cargo and insurance claims at risk. Join maritime and satellite experts to discover how proven technology fights back.
  • The Port of Lázaro Cárdenas has welcomed Eastern Car Liner, a Japanese shipping company specialising in the transport of automobiles, heavy vehicles, construction equipment and project cargo, with the MV Malaysia Brave making its inaugural call on October 24 a… · 2 sources
  • Contract standoff with 250 security workers could freeze operations across key US West Coast gateway terminals following 4 November deadline extension
  • Moscow is not building a rival to Suez, but an export corridor no Western-controlled strait can touch, and selling it to Asia as safety. The post Behind Russia’s Arctic strategy appeared first on Container News.
  • Sidra Line will introduce a new container connection between Türkiye and St Petersburg. The carrier will operate the service under its Türkiye Russia Express (TRX) designation. · 2 sources

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Webinar: Navigating the danger zone: How to protect your fleet from GPS attacks

Trade News

Jamming and spoofing attacks are rising fast across busy waterways, putting crews, cargo and insurance claims at risk. Join maritime and satellite experts to discover how proven technology fights back.

Source: Seatrade Maritime · 31 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Eastern Car Liner arrives at port of Lázaro Cárdenas

Port Updates

The Port of Lázaro Cárdenas has welcomed Eastern Car Liner, a Japanese shipping company specialising in the transport of automobiles, heavy vehicles, construction equipment and project cargo, with the MV Malaysia Brave making its inaugural call on October 24 a…

Consolidated from 2 sources · 31 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Impending strike threatens LA-LB ports container flow

Trade News

Contract standoff with 250 security workers could freeze operations across key US West Coast gateway terminals following 4 November deadline extension

Source: Seatrade Maritime · 31 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Behind Russia’s Arctic strategy

Trade News

Moscow is not building a rival to Suez, but an export corridor no Western-controlled strait can touch, and selling it to Asia as safety. The post Behind Russia’s Arctic strategy appeared first on Container News.

Source: Container News · 31 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Sidra Line launches Türkiye–St Petersburg service

Carrier Announcements

Sidra Line will introduce a new container connection between Türkiye and St Petersburg. The carrier will operate the service under its Türkiye Russia Express (TRX) designation.

Consolidated from 2 sources · 31 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

DNV confirms feasibility of ship-based CO₂ injection concept for Atlas project

Trade News

DNV has issued a Statement of Feasibility for a ship-based CO₂ transport and offshore injection concept being developed by Aker BP and Höegh Evi for the Atlas carbon storage project on the Norwegian Continental Shelf.

Source: Container News · 31 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

SEA-LNG and MAMII sign four-year partnership on methane emissions

Trade News

SEA-LNG and the Methane Abatement in Maritime Innovation Initiative (MAMII) have signed a four-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen technical cooperation on methane emissions from LNG-fuelled vessels.

Source: Container News · 31 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Port of Virginia orders 10 electric straddle carriers from Kalmar

Port Updates

Kalmar has secured an order for 10 fully electric straddle carriers from the Port of Virginia in the United States. The equipment will be deployed at Norfolk International Terminals (NIT), the port’s largest container terminal.

Consolidated from 2 sources · 31 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Damen Signs with Lithuanian Navy for Pollution Incident Response SAR Vessel

Trade News

Damen Shipyards Group has signed a contract with the Lithuanian Navy for a Pollution Incident Response and Search and Rescue (SAR) vessel based on the...

Source: Maritime Executive · 31 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

MacGregor to Retrofit PLC’s on 35 Vessels for Wallenius Wilhelmsen

Carrier Announcements

MacGregor has received an order of PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) retrofit projects for 35 Pure Car and Truck Carrier (PCTC) vessels for Walleniu...

Source: Maritime Executive · 31 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Dr. Fabian Kley Appointed Everllence CFO

Trade News

Dr. Fabian Kley will assume responsibility for Finance, which he has already led operationally since March 2026 as an authorized representative of the...

Source: Maritime Executive · 31 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Hellmann expands US logistics network with three new branches

Trade News

Hellmann Worldwide Logistics has expanded its presence in the United States with three new branches in Indianapolis, the Columbus metropolitan area and the San Francisco Bay Area.

Source: Container News · 31 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Fatigue and “Familiar” Work Blamed for Serious Crew Injuries

Carrier Announcements

Maritime investigators in New Zealand have revealed how a crew of a bulk carrier that was performing what was supposed to be a familiar task ended up...

Source: Maritime Executive · 31 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Dockworkers Worldwide Strike Against Militarization, Wages and More

Trade News

In what is being called the largest action of its kind, dockworkers around the world joined a strike call on Friday that was reportedly impacting as m...

Source: Maritime Executive · 31 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Ramble On: Who Pays the Freight?

Customs & Regulations

In September we borrowed a Led Zeppelin title to describe China’s crude stockpile, a levee holding backthe import shortfall created by the closure of Hormuz.

Source: Hellenic Shipping News · 31 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Tanker Orders Leading Newbuilding Activity With Prices Expected to Remain High Throughout 2027

Trade News

Tanker ordering activity has been leading the latest surge of contracting, despite high prices, Banchero Costa said in a new research report focused on newbuilding.

Source: Hellenic Shipping News · 31 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Suezmax Tanker sales surge 35% amid high VLCC demand

Shipping Market

A strong VLCC market this year is boosting Suezmax Tanker demand. Suezmax sales activity has picked up considerably in recent months, with sales so far this year up 35%, reaching 124 sales compared to 92 sales over the same period last year.

Source: Hellenic Shipping News · 31 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Large Russian Military Cargo Convoy Forming Up in the Baltic

Trade News

An unusually large convoy of cargo vessels, all sanctioned and with well-established histories of moving military cargo for the Russian Ministry of De...

Consolidated from 2 sources · 31 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

China charts course for green corridors

Trade News

China is emerging as an influential player in the global green shipping corridor movement, leveraging its dominance in green fuel production, battery technology and maritime infrastructure to take a leading role in efforts to decarbonise international shipping…

Source: Hellenic Shipping News · 31 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Sanctioned Iran-Linked Tankers Went Dark Over Gulf of Oman Cables as the IRGC Threatened Them

Trade News

Seven Cable Systems Run Through the Corridor The waters off Oman’s Batinah coast carry one of the densest concentrations of undersea cables in the region.

Source: Hellenic Shipping News · 31 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Weekly tanker and dry bulk time charter rates - 28 October

Shipping Market

Dry bulk and tanker shipping time charter rates

Consolidated from 3 sources · 29 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Jett McCandless named first FreightTech Vanguard Award winner at F3

Trade News

Jett McCandless, founder and CEO of project44 and LSP44, received the first FreightTech Vanguard Award at FreightWaves’ F3 Awards Dinner in Chattanooga, recognizing his contributions to logistics technology and innovation.

Source: FreightWaves · 30 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Safety Technology Is Only as Good as the Trust Behind It

Carrier Announcements

Every carrier with a safety technology program eventually learns the same lesson: the hardware is the easy part. Cameras can be mounted, collision mitigation can be specified on new tractors, and telematics can be switched on.

Source: FreightWaves · 30 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Tanker Hit by Limpet Mine Attack in Strait of Hormuz

Trade News

Overnight Thursday, Iranian forces hit another tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, this time by means of a small-craft limpet mine attack, according to UK...

Consolidated from 3 sources · 30 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

USDA to fund 8 fertilizer manufacturing projects totaling more than $1.3B

Shipping Market

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Source: Supply Chain Dive · 30 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

UPS aims to double RFID-labeled volume from customer locations

Carrier Announcements

<figure><div><img src="https://imgproxy.divecdn.com/IJRZxa7UuCF9zpJncWEBNFD3CXuDSTbOUgBmsyJRXnQ/g:ce/rs:fill:1600:900:1/Z3M6Ly9kaXZlc2l0ZS1zdG9yYWdlL2RpdmVpbWFnZS9HZXR0eUltYWdlcy0xMjM3MDUyMDYzLmpwZw==.webp"/></div></figure><p>The carrier expects 6 million pack…

Source: Supply Chain Dive · 30 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Mexico truckers halt protests, demand action on deadly highway crime

Shipping Market

Mexican trucking leaders have temporarily suspended their nationwide strike but say negotiations must produce measurable improvements in highway security.

Source: FreightWaves · 30 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Walmart plans $400M Texas distribution center

Trade News

<figure><div><img src="https://imgproxy.divecdn.com/9nPbAgIis3yCQ-7_rmHITGsp5IjCVGELnp-KxTQkr-Q/g:ce/rs:fill:1600:900:1/Z3M6Ly9kaXZlc2l0ZS1zdG9yYWdlL2RpdmVpbWFnZS80YTQyMjMzNC1jYjhkLTRiYmMtYjVhZi0zMTg1NDQ0YWZhZmYuanBn.webp"/></div></figure><p>The retailer expec…

Source: Supply Chain Dive · 30 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Newbuildings head for Asia-Latin America trades as volumes boom

Carrier Announcements

Deliveries in the past week have been primarily deployed to services between the Far East and Latin America, highlighting growing volumes on these trades.

Source: The Loadstar · 30 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Aurora reaffirms it’s on track to produce more than 1000 trucks in 2027

Trade News

Aurora reported a $257 million operating loss on $3 million in revenue and cut its full-year forecast The post Aurora reaffirms it’s on track to produce more than 1000 trucks in 2027 appeared first on FreightWaves.

Source: FreightWaves · 30 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

India approves major container manufacturing support scheme

Trade News

India’s Union Cabinet has approved the Container Manufacturing Promotion Scheme, a Rs 10,000 crore programme designed to expand domestic production and reduce the country’s reliance on imported shipping containers.

Source: Container News · 30 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Schneider partners with Norfolk Southern; raises outlook despite Q3 miss

Trade News

Alongside its slightly worse-than-expected third-quarter report on Thursday, Schneider National announced a deal to utilize Norfolk Southern’s rail network in the East.

Source: FreightWaves · 30 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

EXCLUSIVE: CargoWise customs message delays leave forwarders waiting for clearance

Port Congestion

CargoWise users handling British and Japanese customs declarations suffered messaging delays on Wednesday, while the backlog had been fully cleared the following morning.

Source: The Loadstar · 30 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Cellmate’s suicide attempt raises concern for seafarer Albokhari

Trade News

The psychological trauma of being sentenced to 30 years in a Turkish jail has increased after Ali Albokhari witnessed a suicide attempt by his cellmate, who wanted to hang himself

Source: Seatrade Maritime · 30 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Tentative Date Set for Reefing Historic Liner SS United States

Trade News

Plans for the reefing of the historic ocean liner S.S. United States continue to progress, and now a tentative date has been announced for the operati...

Source: Maritime Executive · 30 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Full planes and fond farewells: air cargo does Miami

Weather Disruptions

The weather was dreadful, the blueberries were under suspicion, and there were people dressed as rats outside the convention centre. Inside, however, air cargo was in a remarkably good mood.

Source: The Loadstar · 30 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

A platform to challenge ‘death by a thousand [D&D] invoices’

Port Congestion

Congestion today could mean a fresh wave of disputed detention and demurrage (D&D) charges tomorrow, according to Sara Dandan, founder of FourOneOne.

Source: The Loadstar · 30 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

The Maritime Executive's New Edition Featuring Arsenio Dominguez is Online

Trade News

A CHARISMATIC LEADER How else to describe the dynamic secretary-general of the IMO, Arsenio Dominguez! His energy and enthusiasm are contagious, and w...

Source: Maritime Executive · 30 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Carriers’ November rate hikes ‘doomed’ say analysts, as demand goes flat

Fuel & Surcharges

Container spot freight rates on the transpacific eastbound trade, as recorded by Drewry, saw its steepest one-week fall since June 2025 after this year’s protracted peak season came to an end.

Source: The Loadstar · 30 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Baltic Dry Index climbs to 2714 up 2 points

Shipping Market

Today, Friday, October 30 2026, the Baltic Dry Index climbed 2 points, 2714 points. Baltic Dry Index is compiled by the London-based Baltic Exchange and covers prices for transported cargo such as coal, grain and iron ore.

Source: Hellenic Shipping News · 30 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Maersk introduces reefer surcharge for shipments to Tema

Fuel & Surcharges

Maersk will introduce a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for refrigerated cargo moving from the Far East, Middle East and Americas to Tema, Ghana. The surcharge will take effect on 16 November 2026. For regulated countries, it will apply from 1 December 2026.

Source: Container News · 30 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

CVC DIF completes acquisition of Spanish repair yard Cernaval

Trade News

CVC DIF has completed the acquisition of a majority stake in Spanish shipyard Cernaval.

Consolidated from 2 sources · 29 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

IATA: Air cargo demand up more than 7% in September

Shipping Market

Air cargo demand continued its strong growth levels in September, with IATA registering a 7.7% increase in cargo tonne kms (CTK) compared with a year earlier.

Source: Air Cargo News · 29 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

FedEx drawing parcel-focused shippers to its air freight services

Carrier Announcements

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Source: Supply Chain Dive · 29 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Cheniere LNG Shipments Surge as Iran War Reshapes Global Gas Trade

Shipping Market

U.S. LNG giant raises full-year earnings outlook as Middle East supply disruptions boost demand for American exports Cheniere Energy, the largest U.S. exporter of liquefied natural gas (LNG), reported a...

Source: gCaptain · 29 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Calgary International utilises AI to improve freighter turnaround

Trade News

Calgary International Airport (YYC) is deploying AI technology for its freighter operations to provide cargo handlers with live information on the aircraft turnaround process.

Source: Air Cargo News · 29 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

What the Mastio Rankings Actually Tell Shippers

Trade News

When a shipper puts an LTL lane out to bid, price is the number everyone can compare in five minutes. Price, however, doesn’t say much about what happens six months into the contract.

Source: FreightWaves · 29 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

OPI, Nioxin owner appoints chief supply chain officer

Supply Chain Trends

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Source: Supply Chain Dive · 29 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Fed holds main interest rate steady despite accelerating inflation

Trade News

<figure><div><img src="https://imgproxy.divecdn.com/Gl8-HNSjrQrutuz6c1z6cnG94skNuauqQ5teHuILhwo/g:ce/rs:fill:1600:900:1/Z3M6Ly9kaXZlc2l0ZS1zdG9yYWdlL2RpdmVpbWFnZS9HZXR0eUltYWdlcy0yMjg2MjM4MTAzLmpwZw==.webp"/></div></figure><p>Two policymakers on the Federal Op…

Source: Supply Chain Dive · 29 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

9 alleged Mexican Cartel associates arrested in California train theft ring

Trade News

Nine men allegedly connected to Mexico's Sinaloa Cartel were arrested in Southern California as part of a cargo train theft operation. The post 9 alleged Mexican Cartel associates arrested in California train theft ring appeared first on FreightWaves.

Source: FreightWaves · 29 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Maersk–APM signs concession for new Tanger Med 3 terminal

Carrier Announcements

Maersk–APM has signed a concession agreement to develop a new container terminal at Tanger Med 3 in Morocco. The agreement was announced by Morocco’s Royal Cabinet following a working session chaired by King Mohammed VI at the Royal Palace in Rabat.

Source: Container News · 29 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Trailer Bridge appoints new CEO

Carrier Announcements

Leading Jones Act carrier Trailer Bridge has appointed a new CEO. The post Trailer Bridge appoints new CEO appeared first on FreightWaves.

Source: FreightWaves · 29 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Boluda agrees Samskip takeover following CLdN carve-out

Shipping Market

The acquisition will create a 32-vessel network spanning 28 countries, with annual container throughput exceeding 750,000 teu.

Source: Seatrade Maritime · 29 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Contship Jet sinks after drone attack in Black Sea, all 18 crew rescued

Trade News

The Liberian-flagged containership Contship Jet has sunk in the Black Sea after being struck by three maritime drones off the Bulgarian coast on 28 October, with all 18 crew members successfully rescued, according to Bulgarian authorities.

Source: Container News · 29 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Scan Global Logistics to acquire US forwarder OIA Global

Trade News

Danish freight forwarder Scan Global Logistics (SGL) is set to undertake its largest takeover, agreeing to acquire its US counterpart, OIA Global, in a deal expected to propel SGL into the ranks of the world’s 20 largest freight forwarders.

Source: The Loadstar · 29 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

US fast-tracks $8.2bn offshore LNG port

Port Updates

MARAD slashes review times by 70% to license ST LNG project which will feature four floating storage units

Source: Seatrade Maritime · 29 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Kalmar Q3 orders jump 22% to €458 million despite lower profit

Shipping Market

Kalmar reported a 22% increase in orders received during the third quarter of 2026, reaching €458 million compared with €375 million a year earlier. The growth came mainly from its Equipment segment, supported by improving demand in North America.

Source: Container News · 29 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

$500,000 SIG Sauer shipment stolen in fictitious pickup, two arrested in California

Trade News

A shipment worth half a million dollars left a Torrance warehouse under fraudulent circumstances, triggering a cargo theft investigation by Los Angeles County detectives.

Source: FreightWaves · 29 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Trump opts for trade talks over tariffs for robotics, industrial machinery

Trade News

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Source: Supply Chain Dive · 29 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Aerion appoints Ceva head of airfreight procurement

Carrier Announcements

Aerion has appointed former Ceva’s head of airfreight procurement and carrier management, César Penciolelli, as its new head of global airline partnerships and commercial development.

Source: Air Cargo News · 29 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

T. Parker Host Invests $50 Million to Expand Former Avondale Shipyard

Shipping Market

T. Parker Host (HOST) is investing $50 million to expand rail, warehouse and dock capacity at Avondale Global Gateway, the former Avondale Shipyard site on the Mississippi River near New...

Source: gCaptain · 28 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

F3: FreightWaves announces Shipper of Choice winners

Carrier Announcements

FreightWaves named 10 Shipper of Choice award winners at the F3: Future of Freight Festival, recognizing companies for their carrier relationships, operational efficiency and shipping practices.

Source: FreightWaves · 28 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Condor rebrands cargo products ahead of offering expansion

Trade News

Leisure airline Condor has rebranded its air cargo products as part of efforts to provide clarity on what each of the services provides and ahead of an expansion of products on offer.

Source: Air Cargo News · 28 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Liege and Viracopos partner up to target cargo flights

Trade News

Liege Airport and Viracopos International Airport have launched a new partnership they hope will attract new freighter services between Belgium and Brazil.

Source: Air Cargo News · 28 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Stolen shoes on eBay lead police to $1 million in missing BNSF train cargo

Trade News

An eBay listing for stolen shoes exposed a $1 million cargo recovery in Los Angeles. Investigators arrested the business owner, but questions remain about where the merchandise originated.

Source: FreightWaves · 28 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Tesla begins humanoid production in California

Trade News

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Source: Supply Chain Dive · 28 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

FMCSA removes 10,000-plus driver training providers amid safety push

Carrier Announcements

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has removed more than 10,000 training providers from its registry since December 2025, officials said. The post FMCSA removes 10,000-plus driver training providers amid safety push appeared first on FreightWaves.

Source: FreightWaves · 28 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Nvidia forges supplier agreements to expand capacity for AI

Shipping Market

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Source: Supply Chain Dive · 28 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Gulf of Aden piracy warning as US issues Iran blockade update

Trade News

US forces reiterate blockade warnings to shipping as PGSA blacklist expands to 125 vessels.

Source: Seatrade Maritime · 28 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Drones Hit Container Ship off Bulgaria, Crew Safe and Ashore

Trade News

Sea drones struck a container ship off Bulgaria's Black Sea coast on Wednesday, the ship's owner and the government said, the latest in a string of attacks that have raised concerns about the growing scope of Russia's war in Ukraine.

Source: gCaptain · 28 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Coty pursues less air freight, more ocean and rail transport

Supply Chain Trends

<p>The beauty giant has cut air cargo by 48% since 2019 as the company looks to trim emissions in its supply chain.</p>

Source: Supply Chain Dive · 28 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Backlog grows as 35,000 containers await rail service at LA–Long Beach

Port Congestion

Nearly 35,700 import containers were waiting for on-dock trains at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, as record cargo volumes, reported railcar shortages slowed inland traffic.

Source: FreightWaves · 28 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Bahri profit leaps almost 900% in third quarter

Trade News

Saudi owner reaps financial rewards of hot VLCC market despite four ship attacks and two seafarer fatalities in 2026.

Source: Seatrade Maritime · 28 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Express faces growing divide between volume growth and profitable growth

Shipping Market

The global express and parcels market grew 5.8% in 2025, to €577.3bn ($642.6bn), but mounting pricing pressure, shifting trade flows and intensifying competition are creating a growing challenge for carriers seeking to turn higher volumes into profits.

Source: The Loadstar · 28 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Diesel prices may stay elevated into spring 2027, fuel executives warn

Shipping Market

Energy and truck stop executives said limited refining and pipeline capacity could leave U.S. trucking fleets vulnerable to higher diesel prices in 2027.

Source: FreightWaves · 28 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Forward Air saves ‘significant portion’ of major customer account

Trade News

Forward Air has finalized a two-year deal to preserve a major share of the business from a contract logistics customer it had earlier warned it could lose.

Source: FreightWaves · 28 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Container newbuilding fleet closing in on 16m teu by year-end

Carrier Announcements

After recently passing 15m teu, the global orderbook for containership newbuildings could near 16m teu by the end of the year, according to new analysis from Alphaliner.

Source: The Loadstar · 28 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

CMA CGM announces new Asia-Africa surcharges for November

Fuel & Surcharges

CMA CGM has announced a series of Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) updates covering shipments from Asia to several African destinations, with charges reaching US$900 per TEU on selected routes from China to West Africa.

Source: Container News · 28 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Seatrade Maritime and DP World to host Inaugural Seatrade Maritime UAE Summit in Dubai

Trade News

Summit to host the launch of the 2026 Leading Maritime Cities report by Menon Economics and DNV.

Source: Seatrade Maritime · 28 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Wallenius Wilhelmsen adds up to $1.5bn in newbuild orders in China

Trade News

Four firm dual-fuel PCTCs and options for eight more take Wallenius Wilhelmsen's renewal programme to 26 vessels

Source: Seatrade Maritime · 28 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Knight-Swift CEO says CDL crackdown could fuel lasting trucking recovery

Customs & Regulations

Knight-Swift CEO Adam Miller said more restrictive broker-carrier relationships could reshape competition in trucking by favoring established fleets with stronger safety and compliance records The post Knight-Swift CEO says CDL crackdown could fuel lasting tru…

Source: FreightWaves · 27 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Rotate launches new compliance screening platform

Customs & Regulations

Air cargo consultancy and data firm Rotate has launched a new compliance screening platform.

Source: Air Cargo News · 27 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Carriers’ bid to hike container rates ‘doomed’ as slack season kicks in

Port Congestion

Typhoon Champi and persistent congestion at major South-east and South Asian ports are providing temporary support to container freight rates, disrupting vessel schedules and delaying some ships by up to three days.

Source: The Loadstar · 27 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Global Marine Insurance Premiums Reach $42.6 Billion as Competition Keeps Market Soft

Shipping Market

Global marine insurance premiums rose 5.5% to $42.6 billion in 2025, but increased competition, excess capacity and currency fluctuations continued to weigh on the market, according to a new report...

Source: gCaptain · 27 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Northern Lights, Inc. and Tonissi Marine Announce Distribution Partnership

Trade News

Northern Lights, Inc., a leading manufacturer of marine generators, air conditioning and refrigeration systems, and propulsion engines, has signed Ton...

Source: Maritime Executive · 27 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Stena Agrees to Acquire Norwegian Ferry Operator Color Line in Major European Ferry Deal

Trade News

Swedish shipping group Stena AB has agreed to acquire Norwegian ferry operator Color Line, bringing together two of Scandinavia’s largest ferry companies in a deal that would significantly expand Stena’s...

Source: gCaptain · 27 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Japanese consortium plans ammonia supply chain and car carrier fleet

Carrier Announcements

Seven Japanese companies have agreed to develop an integrated ammonia fuel supply chain and introduce four ammonia-fuelled car carriers.

Source: Container News · 27 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Band24 seeks early testers for satellite-connected asset tracker ahead of Nov. 13 deadline

Trade News

Asset-tracking company Band24 is seeking businesses to test Terra, a new tracker combining Bluetooth, cellular and satellite connectivity, ahead of a Nov. 13 deadline for its early-access program.

Source: FreightWaves · 27 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Double Nickel launches AI agent to automate driver employment checks

Customs & Regulations

Double Nickel has launched an artificial intelligence agent to automate employment verifications for trucking companies, targeting a time-consuming part of driver recruiting and regulatory compliance. The New York-based company said Thursday, Oct.

Source: FreightWaves · 27 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Moody’s lifts Danaos outlook to positive

Trade News

Moody’s Ratings has changed the outlook on Danaos Corporation’s Ba1 Corporate Family Rating to positive from stable. The rating agency also upgraded the containership owner’s senior unsecured notes to Ba1 from Ba2.

Source: Container News · 27 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Federal guidance on carrier selection not around the corner: TIA’s Burroughs

Carrier Announcements

Chattanooga–The Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) was quick out of the box earlier this year after two key court decisions that didn’t favor the brokerage community, asking the federal government for some sort of guidance for 3PLs: tell us what s…

Source: FreightWaves · 27 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Cycling apparel company unites planning, sourcing on single platform

Supply Chain Trends

<p>MAAP joins Walmart, Pacsun and others who have teamed with technology vendor Bamboo Rose to enhance supply chain operations.</p>

Source: Supply Chain Dive · 27 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

WorldACD: Air cargo volumes bounce back after Golden Week holiday

Trade News

Air cargo tonnages out of Asia quickly rebounded following the Golden Week holiday, while volumes from other origins were under pressure. Figures from WorldACD show that air cargo volumes increased by 2% week on week in the seven days running to 18 October.

Source: Air Cargo News · 27 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Shipping $ Series: SITC shareholders in line for bumper payout

Customs & Regulations

Hong Kong-headquartered intra-Asia carrier SITC has seen its share price hit record highs in recent days after its board last week voted to approve a special dividend, returning some HK$2.7bn (US$344m) to shareholders.

Source: The Loadstar · 27 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

No rail freight from London Gateway and Tilbury after storms

Trade News

Shippers are scrambling to make alternative arrangement for inland container movements in the UK after a train derailment forced the suspension of rail services to key terminals in the south-east, including DP World London Gateway.

Source: The Loadstar · 27 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Seatrium, Karpowership to develop floating power for Singapore

Supply Chain Trends

Seatrium and Karpowership sign MoU to jointly build floating power and digital infrastructure in Singapore.

Source: Seatrade Maritime · 27 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Iran’s Hormuz authority to take 'legal action' against Sinokor fleet

Trade News

PGSA to take action from 1 November, claiming Sinokor vessels have committed the most violations of its Strait of Hormuz transit rules.

Source: Seatrade Maritime · 27 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Japan targets world-first ammonia shipping fuel supply chain by 2030

Supply Chain Trends

A collaboration spanning fuel imports, bunkering infrastructure and vessel construction aims to establish commercial ammonia bunkering for Japan’s first four ammonia-fuelled car carriers.

Source: Seatrade Maritime · 27 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

USCG to test AI in search and rescue operations

Trade News

Agreement with tech firm aims to benchmark AI-driven situational awareness tools to sharpen emergency response

Source: Seatrade Maritime · 27 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

KMTC places first newbuild order at Chinese shipyard

Trade News

The Korean shipowner has contracted six container ships with Huangpu Wenchong

Source: Seatrade Maritime · 27 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Sanctioned Tanker Bound for US Passes Through UK Waters

Trade News

Russia has used the lifting of U.S. sanctions on the purchase of diesel to resume exports both to the United States but also other countries, in what...

Source: Maritime Executive · 26 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

TAP Air Portugal eyes cargo demand for Orlando flight

Shipping Market

TAP Air Portugal and sales agent America Cargo GSA are hoping that the airline’s new direct flight to Orlando will prove valuable for their cargo customers.

Source: Air Cargo News · 26 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Trucking Needs More Than a Choice Between Diesel and EV Trucks

Trade News

This Range Energy whitepaper compares different ways fleets can cut diesel use. The evaluated options: do nothing, purchase an electric tractor, or purchase a Range eTrailer.

Source: FreightWaves · 26 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

AI air freight drives Kuehne+Nagel profit increase

Shipping Market

Logistics behemoth Kuehne+Nagel reported strong results in the third quarter, powered by hyperscaler demand for air cargo and productivity gains. The post AI air freight drives Kuehne+Nagel profit increase appeared first on FreightWaves.

Source: FreightWaves · 26 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Inside FedEx’s Network 2.0 overhaul

Trade News

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Source: Supply Chain Dive · 26 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Lawmakers Warn U.S. Ports and Banks Over Trump-Putin Russian Diesel Deal

Port Updates

A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers is warning major banks and port authorities against facilitating Russian diesel shipments under President Donald Trump’s controversial agreement with Vladimir Putin, raising the prospect...

Source: gCaptain · 26 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Carnival Corp. Emphasizes Strategy of Fleet Optimization Over Newbuilds

Trade News

Carnival Corporation’s recent decision to move cruise ships between brands and reposition ships from certain markets is a demonstration of a strategy...

Source: Maritime Executive · 26 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

UPS plans 5.9% rate increase on Dec. 21

Fuel & Surcharges

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Source: Supply Chain Dive · 26 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

C.H. Robinson expands AI automation across ocean and air freight

Customs & Regulations

C.H. Robinson has introduced new artificial intelligence capabilities for ocean shipping, air freight and customs brokerage, expanding its Lean AI technology into global freight forwarding operations.

Source: Container News · 26 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Cruise Ship Damaged as It Hits Containership Departing Bremerhaven

Carrier Announcements

The German cruise ship Mein Schiff 3 and one of MSC’s large containerships sustained significant damage as the cruise ship was attempting to depart Br...

Source: Maritime Executive · 26 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

NCLH Continues to Dispose of Oceania Cruise Ships

Trade News

As part of an ongoing fleet modernization for the cruise lines of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, and specifically Oceania Cruises, the line announced...

Source: Maritime Executive · 26 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

CSX sees rail conversion opportunities from battered trucking market

Trade News

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Source: Supply Chain Dive · 26 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

CH Robinson invests in AI to speed up air cargo quoting

Trade News

CH Robinson has continued its investment in AI with new agents for its freight forwarding business that it claims speed up the quoting process for air cargo shipments.

Source: Air Cargo News · 26 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Amenity-Laden Suites Add Appeal for Families and Multigenerational Travel

Trade News

Suites were once equated with luxury on cruise ships, offering larger spaces and prime locations, but now they are getting amenities as part of the "e...

Source: Maritime Executive · 26 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Refit Adds Mini “Whale Tail” to Increase Versatility of 20-Year-Old Ship

Trade News

The recent refit of the Carnival Freedom cruise ship provided an interesting example of the convergence of branding and operational considerations, al...

Source: Maritime Executive · 26 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Converting PSVs for Expedition Cruising Creates Compelling Business Model

Trade News

Architect and yacht designer Stefano Pastrovich has developed a novel concept that he believes can create a compelling business model and entry for bo...

Source: Maritime Executive · 26 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Scenic is Poised to Expand Its Discovery Yachts to Warm-Weather Cruising

Weather Disruptions

Scenic Group, which got its start 40 years ago offering escorted land tours, is moving to expand its unique brand of all-inclusive luxury cruising to...

Source: Maritime Executive · 26 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

US delays port fees for Chinese ships again – now until 9 January

Port Updates

After all the hooting, it seems the US is keen to again delay implementation of planned port fees for China-linked vessels, with the US Trade Representative (USTR) requesting the delay to give Washington and Beijing more time to negotiate.

Source: The Loadstar · 26 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Caddell Dry Dock & Repair Announces Leadership Transition

Trade News

Salvatore Molino Named President; Steven Kalil to Become Chief Executive Officer as John B. Caddell II Continues as Chairman Caddell Dry Dock & Repair Co., Inc. has announced a planned executive...

Source: gCaptain · 26 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Ryder raises full-year outlook as freight market conditions improve

Trade News

Ryder System reported stronger third-quarter earnings and raised its full-year 2026 profit outlook, supported by improving freight market conditions, higher contractual revenue and continued execution of its strategic initiatives.

Source: Container News · 25 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Carnival Celebrates World Food Day With a Year of Less Left Over Progress

Trade News

To mark World Food Day, communities around the globe came together under the theme ‘Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow.’ At Carnival Corporation, that s...

Source: Maritime Executive · 25 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Port Everglades Cruise Season Brings New Record, Director and Art

Port Updates

For the third consecutive year, Broward County’s Port Everglades has hosted a record number of cruise guests. Over 5.38 million guests were welcomed t...

Source: Maritime Executive · 25 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Why the global shipbuilding boom is redrawing the maritime balance of power

Trade News

According to BIMCO data, the global orderbook stood at 203.2 million compensated gross tonnes at the start of September up 13% year-on-year and past the previous record set just before the 2008 financial crisis.

Source: Container News · 25 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Maersk revises North America PSS from Indian Subcontinent and Middle East

Fuel & Surcharges

Maersk has revised its Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for shipments from the Indian Subcontinent and Middle East to the United States and Canada. The new surcharge levels apply from 23 October 2026.

Source: Container News · 25 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Borderlands Mexico: Avocado imports generate $641M for US trucking, warehousing

Trade News

This week in Borderlands Mexico: Avocado imports generate $641M for cross-border logistics; GLS US expands parcel delivery network to Texas border; and Jetco expands heavy-haul operations to serve Gulf Coast.

Source: FreightWaves · 25 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

MSC Meline to omit Genoa call on MSE service

Carrier Announcements

Hapag-Lloyd has announced that MSC Meline, voyage MM643A, will omit its scheduled call at Genoa, Italy. The vessel operates on the Mediterranean–South America East Coast (MSE) service. It was originally scheduled to call at Genoa on 27 October 2026.

Source: Container News · 25 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Maersk ends Walvis Bay export coverage to Europe and North America

Carrier Announcements

Maersk will stop accepting export cargo from Walvis Bay to Europe and North America as it adjusts capacity across its West Africa network. Week 42 will mark the end of cargo acceptance for these trades.

Source: Container News · 25 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

MSC introduces emergency surcharge on East Mediterranean–North Europe trade

Fuel & Surcharges

MSC will introduce an Emergency Operations Surcharge (EOS) on shipments from Greece, Türkiye, the Black Sea and non-Italian Adriatic ports. The surcharge will apply to cargo moving to Northwest Continental Europe, the United Kingdom and the ScanBaltic region.

Source: Container News · 25 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Valenciaport presents Sandbox innovation platform

Port Updates

The 2026 International Port Entrepreneurship Congress has opened its latest edition in Valencia, bringing together representatives of ports, startups, corporate logistics operators and investors from around the world in what has become an established internati…

Source: Container News · 25 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Peel Ports CEO makes case for port-to-project approach

Port Congestion

Peel Ports Group Chief Executive Officer David Huck has articulated a strategic vision for ports as central enablers of the UK construction sector, arguing that port-centric supply chains offer a demonstrably smarter path through the cost, carbon and congestio…

Source: Container News · 25 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Latvia Emerges As Top-Five Country Used To Ship Russian Grain

Trade News

MOSCOW, Oct 23 (Reuters) – Latvia, a member of the European Union and NATO, has emerged as one of the top five countries used to ship Russian grain this marketing season despite strained political...

Source: gCaptain · 25 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Truckload contract rate increases riding steady above 10%

Shipping Market

The new index from SONAR shows that carriers have been trying to get rate increases since before the market turned, now they are getting what would have been the equivalent of a few years worth in one.

Source: FreightWaves · 25 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

C.H. Robinson names Valerie Capers Workman as new HR chief

Trade News

C.H. Robinson has appointed Valerie Capers Workman as its new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective November 16, 2026. The appointment comes as the global logistics company continues to advance its Lean AI strategy and organizational transformation.

Source: Container News · 25 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

UK Manufacturing Sector Grows at Faster Pace

Trade News

The S&P Global UK Manufacturing PMI rose to 52.8 in October 2026, up from 51.9 in September and above market expectations of 51.7, according to the preliminary estimate.

Source: Hellenic Shipping News · 25 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

ClassNK Releases Handbook Supporting Consideration of Onboard Carbon Capture

Trade News

ClassNK has released a new handbook entitled ‘Onboard Carbon Capture Systems Implementation Framework’ as part of its Handbook on Ship GHG Emissions E...

Source: Maritime Executive · 25 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Air cargo executives call for new midsize freighter, with eyes on 787F

Trade News

Air cargo executives are concerned with what aircraft will replace the Boeing 767 freighters that now compose a hefty chunk of the midsize cargo aircraft fleet, and at this year’s Cargo Facts Symposium in Nashville, they called on Airbus, Boeing and conversion…

Source: Air Cargo News · 24 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Hiab reports stronger Q3 profitability following EVS acquisition

Trade News

Hiab reported a sharp increase in comparable operating profit in the third quarter of 2026, supported by higher sales, cost savings and the acquisition of Environmental Vehicle Solutions (EVS).

Source: Container News · 24 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Evergreen’s HTW service returns to Tacoma

Carrier Announcements

The Northwest Seaport Alliance has welcomed the return of Evergreen Marine’s HTW service to Tacoma, adding ocean capacity at a critical juncture for agricultural exporters moving peak volumes of refrigerated cargo during the Pacific Northwest’s harvest season.…

Source: Container News · 24 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Canada backs Saint John Trade Corridor expansion

Port Updates

The Government of Canada will invest up to C$254 million in the Saint John Trade Corridor project. The funding will come through the Trade Diversification Corridors Fund.

Source: Container News · 24 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

Hanwha Power secures ABS approval for battery-powered containership

Trade News

Hanwha Power has received Approval in Principle (AiP) from the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) for the design of a fully electric 1,700 TEU containership.

Source: Container News · 24 Oct 2026 · Read original ↗

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