Home > Shipping > APM Terminals opens new terminal in Vietnam with Hateco Shipping New berths will be capable of handling mega vessels of up to 18,000 TEUs; terminal to be part of Gemini Cooperation. 8 April 2025 12:09 PM IST X Our Correspondent8 April 2025 12:09 PM IST Hateco Group and APM…

With a fresh wave of tariffs against all trading partners, the protectionist playbook returns—bold on headlines, thin on long-term vision. As we saw during COVID-era disruptions, the real lesson is that systemic change requires patience, not punitive economics. Back in my May 2020 opinion piece for…

Home > Shipping > ZIM signs $2.3 billion charter deals for 10 LNG dual-fuel vessels Shipping Vessels will be constructed at Zhoushan Changhong Shipyard in China, with delivery expected between 2027 and 2028. 7 April 2025 6:09 PM IST X Our Correspondent7 April 2025 6:09 PM IST ZIM Integrated Shipping…

Latest NewsAviationShippingVisual StoriesLogisticsRailwayRoadSupply ChainWarehousingTradeDronesBlogVerticalsSubscribe PrintSubscribe Digital#SafetoFlyEvents Home > Aviation > BLR Airport surpasses 5 lakh tonne mark for the first time Aviation This marks a 14 percent year-on-year growth. 4 April 2025…

Following the success of the China Roadshow, Frankfurt Airport is set to host an extensive Cargo Roadshow in India from April 7–11, 2025, covering four major cities: Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, and Delhi. This initiative reaffirms Frankfurt Airport’s global commitment to strengthening…

E-commerce volumes, for so long the saviour of global air cargo demand, are facing up to the ‘seismic shock’ of the United States’ Liberation Day global tariffs announcement, according to the latest update from Xeneta. "The general cargo market is also re-evaluating its future as shippers,…

Latest NewsAviationShippingVisual StoriesLogisticsRailwayRoadSupply ChainWarehousingTradeDronesBlogVerticalsSubscribe PrintSubscribe Digital#SafetoFlyEvents Home > Railway > Panama Canal Railway Company to be part of APM Terminals Railway PCRC operates a 76-km (47-mile) single-line railway adjacent…

Average container freight rates for Chinese exports have dropped 28 percent since the start of the year, posting the worst first quarter development of the past twenty years. Based on input from 23 liner operators, the China Containerized Freight Index (CCFI) reflects the general export freight rate…

DP World’s container terminal in Cochin has set an all-time high volume record in FY2024-25, handling 834,665 TEUs, registering around 11 percent year-on-year growth. "The earlier record was 754,237 TEUs achieved in the previous financial year," says an official release. "The transshipment volume…

Home > Latest News > Vizhinjam Port surpasses 1 lakh TEUs in March, setting new milestone Latest News Vizhinjam International Seaport handled 1.08 lakh TEUs in March 2025, marking a major milestone in its early operations. 2 April 2025 10:12 AM IST X Our Correspondent2 April 2025 10:12 AM IST…

Asia-Pacific airlines saw 5.1 percent year-on-year demand growth for air cargo in February 2025. Capacity increased by 2.7 percent year-on-year. Total air cargo demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTKs), declined by 0.1 percent in February compared to February 2024 levels (+0.4 percent for…

The ocean freight market will see moderate growth in 2025, but overcapacity from new deliveries is driving down market rates. "U.S. tariffs and shifting supply chains are accelerating the move away from China, increasing traffic from Southeast Asia and boosting Intra-Asia trade," according to the…

The upcoming Vizhinjam-Balarampuram railway linkage project, known as Reach-2, is expected to significantly enhance logistics connectivity and support Vizhinjam Port's operations. Spanning approximately 10.76 km, the railway will include a 9.5 km underground section, ensuring minimal disruption to…

Ocean Network Express (ONE) hosted the fourth Container Shipping Summit in Hong Kong on March 26, 2025. "In pursuit of sustainable container shipping development, the summit brought together academic leaders in Asia to discuss diverse challenges and encourage industry-academia collaboration to drive…

Latest NewsAviationShippingVisual StoriesLogisticsRailwayRoadSupply ChainWarehousingTradeDronesBlogVerticalsSubscribe PrintSubscribe Digital#SafetoFlyEvents Home > Supply Chain > TVS SCS appoints R. Vaidhyanathan as Global CFO Supply Chain The outgoing global CFO, Raviprakash Bhagavathula will move…

Gemini Cooperation, the new alliance of Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd, recorded 94 percent schedule reliability in origin ports in February 2025, followed by MSC at 79.6 percent and Premier Alliance (ONE, HMM and Yang Ming) at 60.4 percent. Ocean Alliance (CMA CGM, Cosco and OOCL) recorded 54.1 percent…

Home > Shipping > Maersk, Port of New York & NJ sign deal to extend terminal lease Shipping APM Terminals Elizabeth handles over 25% of annual container throughput in New Jersey port. 25 March 2025 3:40 PM IST X Our Correspondent25 March 2025 3:40 PM IST Maersk and the Port Authority of New York and…

Once overshadowed by the booming passenger aviation sector, India’s air freight industry is now charting a dynamic growth trajectory of its own. Over the past five years, the country’s cargo sector has emerged from the shadows of pandemic-induced disruption to become a key pillar of national and…

Known as the “Detroit of India,” Chennai has emerged as a key trade gateway, driven by its robust port infrastructure, expanding air cargo capacity, and thriving automotive sector. Chennai, the capital of Tamil Nadu, has evolved into one of India's most significant logistics and manufacturing hubs.…

DP World and Reliance Industries have teamed up to launch an innovative logistics solution for the petrochemicals industry, shifting product transport from road to rail, significantly cutting carbon emissions while enhancing operational efficiency. "The new solution connects Reliance's Jamnagar…

Blue Dart has partnered with Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) to introduce urban freight (cargo) services via the metro network in Delhi-NCR. The initiative, the first of its kind in the entire South Asia Pacific region, reinforces both DMRC and Blue Dart’s commitment to environmental stewardship…

Home > Shipping > Geopolitical uncertainty key concern for Hapag in 2025 Shipping Hapag-Lloyd is expecting Group EBIT to be in the range of $0-1.5 billion for 2025 compared to $2.8 billion in 2024. 20 March 2025 2:35 PM IST X Our Correspondent20 March 2025 2:35 PM IST Hapag-Lloyd is expecting Group…

Road Project will be developed on build, operate and transfer (BOT) mode at a total capital cost of Rs 4,500.62 crore. 20 March 2025 1:09 PM IST X Representational photo Our Correspondent20 March 2025 1:09 PM IST The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi,…

Home > Aviation > Rainbow Aviation becomes exclusive cargo agent for VietJet in Delhi Aviation This appointment follows successful partnerships in Mumbai and Ahmedabad. 19 March 2025 5:15 PM IST X Our Correspondent19 March 2025 5:15 PM IST VietJet has named Rainbow Aviation as its exclusive cargo…

The major shipping lines (that report on – and have so far published – their financial figures) have recorded a combined 2024 EBIT of $27.3 billion. "In comparison, the combined EBIT for 2021 and 2022 was nearly $200 billion across the same set of shipping lines. That said, the 2024 level of…

DP World has launched a cutting-edge electric freight solution at Jebel Ali Port in partnership with Einride, marking a major step towards decarbonising terminal operations. "Now running around-the-clock, the first wave of the electric fleet is set to move over 204,000 TEUs annually, supporting DP…

Home > Latest News > Trackon to expand franchise network in South India with 750+ additions Latest News Trackon is strengthening its logistics network by adding 750+ franchises in South India, boosting delivery efficiency. 18 March 2025 6:10 PM IST X Rajesh Kapase, CEO of Trackon Our Correspondent18…

Merchandise exports declined 11 percent to $36.91 billion in February compared to $41.41 billion in February 2024 on subdued demand. Ashwani Kumar, President, Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO), emphasised that the dip is primarily due to subdued global demand and ongoing challenges…

Latest News BonV Aero introduces drones at Gujarat’s Girnar Hill to enhance supply chains and waste management in high-altitude areas. 17 March 2025 4:34 PM IST X Image credit: BonV Aero Our Correspondent17 March 2025 4:34 PM IST BonV Aero, a cutting-edge deep-tech company, is set to launch a new…

KSH Integrated Logistics has expanded its multi-client warehousing facility. The company has added 150,000 sq. ft. to its existing operations in Chakan, Pune, a major industrial and automotive hub. The expansion aims to strengthen the company’s logistics infrastructure and support key industries.…

Home > Shipping > CMA CGM Iron, duel-fuel methanol vessel, calls at Khalifa Port Shipping First of 12 new dual-fuel methanol vessels to be deployed by CMA CGM this year and in 2026. 17 March 2025 11:30 AM IST X Our Correspondent17 March 2025 11:30 AM IST The CMA CGM Iron made a historic call at CMA…

Home > Latest News > DTDC expands to Sri Lanka, strengthening regional trade connectivity Latest News DTDC Express Ltd. opens its first store in Colombo, enhancing logistics in Sri Lanka’s e-commerce and export sectors. 13 March 2025 5:02 PM IST X DTDC Widens its Footprints in South Asia with the…

DP World reported a 10 percent increase in revenue for the year ended 31 December 2024 at $20 billion, mainly due to improved performance from ports and terminals and contributions from new acquisitions and concessions. Profit for 2024 declined marginally (two percent) to $1.48 billion from $1.51…

Latest NewsAviationShippingVisual StoriesLogisticsRailwayRoadSupply ChainWarehousingTradeDronesBlogVerticalsSubscribe PrintSubscribe Digital#SafetoFlyEvents Home > Logistics > NHLML and IWAI sign MoU for Multi-Modal Logistics Park in Varanasi Logistics The project aims to enhance trade efficiency…

Four countries are forecast to rank among the top 30 for both speed (growth rate) and scale (absolute amount) of trade growth between 2024 and 2029: India, Vietnam, Indonesia, and the Philippines. "India also stands out as the country with the third largest absolute amount of forecast trade growth…

Israeli carrier ZIM reported a net income of $2.15 billion for the full year 2024 as against a loss of $2.7 billion in 2023 on higher volume and freight rates. While volume carried increased 14 percent to 3.7 million TEUs, average freight rate was up 57 percent at $1,888 per TEU as against $1,203…

Home > Aviation > Zeal Global named General Sales Agent for Cathay Cargo in India Aviation Cathay Cargo aims to strength its presence in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities to enhance cargo connectivity. 12 March 2025 1:00 PM IST X Our Correspondent12 March 2025 1:00 PM IST Cathay Cargo has appointed Zeal…

In an effort to support the country’s growing shipping sector, Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways introduced the Bills of Lading Bill, 2025, which aims to update and simplify the legal framework for shipping documents. "The proposed legislation will replace the…

Latest News Dubai-based cargo airline SolitAir partners with GAC India to expand its foothold in India’s fast-growing logistics sector. 11 March 2025 1:52 PM IST X Hamdi Osman, CEO of SolitAir (second from right), and Ravi Ramachandran, Managing Director of GAC India (far right), shake hands to…

Latest NewsAviationShippingVisual StoriesLogisticsRailwayRoadSupply ChainWarehousingTradeDronesBlogVerticalsSubscribe PrintSubscribe Digital#SafetoFlyEvents Home > Shipping > DP World offers direct connection from Mundra to U.S. East Coast Shipping "DP World Mundra is committed to fostering and…