Uncertainties around tariffs are reshaping trade flows in the global container shipping industry, forcing container logistics players to rethink sourcing strategies and market access. Container xChange, a digital partner of The Cooperative Logistics Network, recently conducted a survey (January 2025) revealing that 81% of container logistics businesses are actively building new partnerships beyond traditional trade…
The global container shipping industry is gearing up for another groundbreaking year as 2025 welcomes some of the largest and most technologically advanced container ships ever built. As global trade volumes continue to rise, shipping lines are investing in massive vessels designed for efficiency, sustainability, and capacity like never before. These giants of the sea…
Mini shipping containers, including the 6ft, 8ft, and 10ft varieties, may be uncommon in the container market, but they offer a range of unique advantages and versatile applications. Whether you’re dealing with limited storage space, specialized shipping needs, or looking for cost-effective solutions, these compact containers can be the perfect fit. In this blog, we’ll…
The ocean freight shipping industry is currently experiencing a profound upsurge in rates. For the first time since the lockdowns of 2020, container shipping rates are nearing record highs, driven by a confluence of factors. These include limited container supply due to rerouting around the Red Sea, robust demand across multiple regions, and significant operational…
The unforeseen warming of the eastern Pacific Ocean, commonly referred to as the El Niño phenomenon, has become another addition to the growing list of climate-induced weather events causing disruptions in the global container shipping industry. Maritime analysts suggest that the occurrence of El Niño, a naturally recurring phenomenon with a typical cycle of every…
A feeder vessel, also known as a feeder ship, serves as an intermediate-sized cargo vessel with a specific purpose in the container shipping industry. Its primary role is to gather shipping containers at a port and subsequently convey them to transshipment hubs or central container terminals. At these locations, the containers are either transferred onto…
The shipping containers which were invented back in 1956 stand as a remarkable innovation that has left an indelible mark on maritime history. Even though nearly 70 years have passed since the origin of shipping containers, the fundamental aspects of container operations have remained largely unchanged, including the manual and opaque procedures governing its operations….
In ocean freight shipping, people are often faced with two distinct choices- direct shipping and transshipment. Both methods have their advantages and disadvantages, and it’s essential to understand them to choose the best option for your business needs. In today’s article, we are going to discuss the benefits of direct shipping and transshipment in ocean…
The transportation and logistics sector went on a bumpy ride in the last couple of years because of the rising rates, overstretched capacity, equipment and labour shortage, rising fuel prices and several other factors. This year can offer some respite when it comes to the freight rates because of the falling demand for goods. Nevertheless,…
The container shipping industry which forms the backbone of the global economy is undergoing a significant change to cut down on its greenhouse gas emissions. Back in 2018, UN Maritime Organization set a target to reduce carbon emissions by at least half in the next 30 years. Decarbonization has become a top priority of global…